What are the responsibilities and job description for the Yard Jockey position at GSFoods?
Gold Star Foods is a leading nutritional food distributor for K-12 schools in the United States and we know that it’s our people who make the difference! We are seeking CDL A Yard Jockey to join our team in Richmond, Virginia. This integral position within the organization works closely with our shipping and transportation teams in a friendly, professional manner, to ensure trucks are working and properly loaded.
Schedule
- Sundays - Thursdays (occasional Fridays)
- Night Shift Start Times: 1pm weekdays until loading is complete, and 9am Sunday (schedule subject to change)
- Average: 50-55 hours in a 5-day work week
Principle responsibilities:
- Review nightly schedule and ensure initial trailer placement is correct.
- Ensure initial temp settings on the refer units are correct.
- Follow prescribed nightly equipment location diagram.
- Perform periodic temp checks on trailers throughout the night.
- Perform minor repair duties as needed.
- Perform a fuel level check on equipment.
- Shuttle required equipment to designated locations as per schedule and Supervisor needs.
- Report any equipment malfunctions to Supervisor.
- Operate an industrial truck to move materials and product
- Take inventory of trailers in the yard
- Move trailers to and from repair shops as needed
- Other responsibilities as assigned
- Coordinate with shipping team to ensure trucks are at dock to be loaded as needed
- Consistent, on-time attendance is a key responsibility
- Complies with all DOT rules and regulations
Required Skills:
- Tractor trailer backing skills
- Minor repair skills
- Organizational and strategic thinking skills
- Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work under pressure and exercise good judgement
- Ability to follow safety regulations and check mechanics of the vehicle
- Capacity to sit for extended periods of time
- Capacity to lift up to 50 pounds throughout the day
- Ability to work overtime
Qualifications:
- Valid Class A Driver’s License with 1 year of commercial driving experience
- Yard Jockey/hostler experience a plus
- Must B at least 21 years of age
- Current DOT Medical Certificate
- Clean MVR
- Able to pass pre-employment drug and background screenings
Competitive Pay and Benefits:
- $26.50 per hour
- up to 9 Paid Holidays
- Competitive Health Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) with Company match
- Time off (up to 12 weeks) available during summers and school holidays
Do you have a Class A CDL and a clean driving record?
Sundays - Thursdays (occasional Fridays)
Night Shift Start Times: 1pm weekdays until loading is complete, and 9am Sunday (schedule subject to change)
Average: 50-55 hours in a 5-day work week
Salary : $27