Yard Jockey operates gasoline or diesel powered tractor trailer combination bringing trailers to loading docks to be unloaded. Backs trailer to loading docks, performs safety checks to secure trailer, opens bay doors, and assists dock workers in loading/unloading trailer. Being a Yard Jockey maintains radio or telephone contact with dispatcher to receive delivery or pick up instructions or to receive notice of changes in scheduled delivery or pick up. Typically requires a high school diploma. Additionally, Yard Jockey requires Commercial Driver License (CDL) - Class A. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Yard Jockey works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Yard Jockey typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Primary Job Accountabilities :
Jockey trailers under direction of supervisor or foreman / load trucks as needed and all other duties as assigned.
Prepare for day :
Complete VCR for jockey truck and forklift (if applicable)
Organize and clean work area
Trailer jockey :
Move trailers from lot to dock doors and back to lot as directed
Work with foreman and supervisor to move raw material loads to doors as needed
Trailer loading :
Review BOL for product to be loaded
Complete final certification for all outbound loads
See foreman for out of stock items
Complete load : Wrap any partial pallets when complete
Process paper work in NIS (National Inventory System) or hand to supervisor
Stage pallet and / or load into truck when ready
Clean up :
Complete partial pallets and put away mixed pallets
Maintain proper housekeeping standards in work area
Basic Requirements :
18 years or older; 21 years or older if CDL required
Valid CDL license (if required)
Pass DOT physical and DOT Road Test (if applicable)
Follow DOT regulations (if applicable)
Job may in include pushing, pulling, lifting and carrying between 20 and 50 lbs. throughout the shift
Comply with all PepsiCo Beverages North America Safety Rules
Our Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable laws, including but not limited to, San Francisco Police Code Sections 4901-4919, commonly referred to as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance;
and Chapter XVII, Article 9 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code, commonly referred to as the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
Last updated : 2024-06-08