Yard Jockey/Forklift Operator

Summary

The Yard Jockey moves trailers to the docks for loading and unloading of materials and products. In addition, will usually work in warehouses and are responsible for handling merchandise and supplies promptly and maintaining organization. Common duties are making shipment arrangements, filling in shipment forms, checking merchandise for damage, issuing invoices, labeling packages, and taking any necessary corrective measures. Organizational skills, multi-tasking, time management, and attention to detail are vital to this positiion. Pay will be based on experience and qualifications.

Minimum Requirements

High school diploma / GED preferred

Ability to communicate effectively and follow instructions

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment with frequently changing dynamics

Must have open availability and be able to work weekends on a rotational schedule

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Must have a valid forklift license that has been issued through the company

Must have previous Shipping and Receiving experience

Experience operating heavy machinery or commercial vehicle

Proven work experience as a Yard Jockey or similar role

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Moving trailers to and from loading docks using a yard truck

Ensuring the correct positioning of trailers at loading and unloading docks

Performing routine checks and minor maintenance on yard truck

Keeping accurate records of trailer locations within the yard

Communicating with dispatchers, drivers, and warehouse personnel to ensure efficient load and unload processes

Performing visual inspections of trailers for potential damage or issues

Adhering to safety procedures while operating equipment

Assisting with loading and unloading as necessary

Verifies and keeps records on incoming and outgoing shipments and prepares items for shipment

Compares identifying information and counts, weighs, or measures items of incoming and outgoing shipments to verify information against bills of lading, invoices, orders, or other records.

Receive products from vendor deliveries and unload trucks at loading docks.

Must be able to operate the hand scanner when preparing outgoing orders

Receives incoming product to include weighing and staging of the material

Distribution of incoming material to the right location

May operate tier lift to move shipments from shipping and receiving platform to storage or work area

Moving and storing equipment around the yard, conducting inspections, and assisting others.

Maintain an orderly storage lot.

Additional Responsibilities

Always use your personal protective equipment

Help maintain all the work areas clean

Complete any tasks assigned by the Shipping and Receiving Leadership

Forklift operation with company-provided training

Physical Demands

The employee must be able to stand for long periods of time and is occasionally required to sit, climb, walk, stoop, and kneel. The employee must be able to lift and/or move to 50 pounds.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Perform additional duties as assigned.

Schedule:

• 10-hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Experience:

• Forklift: 1 year (Preferred)
• Previous Shipping and Receiving Experience

Work Location: One location

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Forklift: 1 year (Preferred)
• Shipping and Receiving: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person