What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shop Helper/Yard Jockey- Johnstown, NY position at TRANSPORT REFRIGERATION INC?
🚛 Join Our Team! – Shop Helper
We’re hiring a Shop Helper for our fleet service shop—someone who’s self-motivated, hardworking, and ready to be part of a great team. If you have previous truck driving or yard jockey/spotter experience, we want to hear from you!
🏠About Transport Refrigeration Services:
We are a premier provider of fleet maintenance and refrigeration solutions for the transportation industry. With expert technicians, top-tier facilities, and a customer-first approach, we keep fleets running smoothly and cargo at peak quality. From system installations to ongoing maintenance and repairs, we’re your trusted partner in transportation success.
🤝 Why You’ll Love It Here:
- Â Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (multiple plan options)
- Employer Contributions to Health Savings Account (Bi-Weekly)
- Employer-Paid Basic Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- 401(k) with company match (after 1 year)
- PTO that starts accruing on day one
âś… Requirements:
- Flexible to work varied schedules and overtime when needed
- Maintains a professional appearance and a respectful, team-focused attitude
- Strong work ethic—motivated to get the job done right
- Successfully pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check and drug screen
- Committed to workplace safety
- Basic computer skills for work orders and time tracking
- Proficient in safely operating Yard Truck, Forklift, and Shop Truck
🧾 Licenses & Certifications:
- Unrestricted driver’s license
- Successful completion of 40-hours of Yard Truck Driving Course
- Successful completion of a Forklift Certification Course
💼 What You’ll Do:
- Wash trailers (interior/exterior) for external customers
- Move and back up semi-trailers using the yard truck
- Maintain a clean shop, wash bay, and fuel island
- Fuel company equipment
- Operate various vehicles and machinery
- Follow all company and customer policies
- Handle additional duties as assigned
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🎥 Watch our team in action!
Transport Refrigeration Services is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
No recruiting agencies, please. Apply directly!
Salary : $26 - $28