Yard Jockey - Weekend Overnight

We are hiring for a Yard Jockey for a Distribution Center in Calhoun, GA.

Weekend Overnight shift Saturday, Sunday and Monday 6pm to 6am

Major Tasks, Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities

• Safely maneuver a tractor and trailer combination vehicle in a compact yard area

• Complete yard check daily

• At direction of Management and/or yard management system, move empty trailers to shipping doors, set loaded trailers to the doors and remove loaded/empty trailers from dock doors

• Perform and document pre and post shift safety inspections

• Lift and open trailer doors and slide trailer tandems when necessary

• Frequently bend to place and remove wheel chocks

• Safely enter and exit yard tractor numerous times per shift

• Safely maneuver equipment with good backing skills

• Adhere to all safety policies

• Keep tractor in a clean, sanitary condition at all times

Job Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required

• Must be 21 years of age or older

• Must have a valid driver’s license

• Must have a minimum of 1-year experience in the operation of a tractor-trailer unit in a yard driver/warehouse setting

• Must be able to work independently, and demonstrate good customer service skills.

• Must be able to work overtime and adjust schedule as needed

This is a drug free workplace. All applicants must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and background check.