Description

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: The Yard Truck Operator is responsible for safely and efficiently moving trailers in all-weather conditions on Sugar Cane Growers Cooperative of Florida property. The Operator must be able to navigate narrow roads, maneuver around obstacles, load and unload trailers of cane and maintain the yard truck in good working condition. Yard truck operators must comply with all safety and security regulations. Effective communication and problem-solving skills are also essential for this role. `

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Move loaded and empty cane trailers around the yard ensuring aged cane is positioned to be dumped and grinded based on the age of the sugar cane and time spent in yard.
• Responsible for moving loaded and empty cane trailers within the yard to cane receiving dump for the processing of cane into the facility.
• Ensure that all DOT regulations are followed.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area in compliance with OSHA Standards and perform all work in accordance with established safety procedures.
• Performs other related projects and assignments as business dictates.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Basic level mechanical skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to remain calm and focused under pressure.
• Bilingual and Biliterate English and Spanish, preferred.

LICENSES REQUIRED:Regular Class E Driver’s license.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma, GED (or equivalent experience), with at least two (2) years of previous related experience, intermediate level industrial / commercial driving skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Regular attendance is required during your scheduled shift, which will include weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to work in hot, cold, wet, humid, dusty, and foggy working conditions depending on weather.
• Must be able to work in all positions (overhead, kneeling, reaching, crawling & working in small workspaces) & be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Sugar Cane Growers Cooperative of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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