2nd Shift Jockey Driver (CDL) 1

Perdue Chicken; Rockingham (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals to operate jockey trucks and manage trailer transfers within their processing area. This role involves ensuring efficient operations while maintaining safety and organization. Candidates should possess strong reading and writing skills, a valid Class D driver's license, and be willing to obtain a forklift license. The position requires outdoor work in various temperatures and exposure to typical environmental factors found in poultry processing. Join a company committed to growth and innovation, where your contributions will help shape the future of the industry.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Class D driver’s license.
• Must obtain a forklift license through company training.

Responsibilities

• Operates jockey truck transferring trailers to and from the processing area.
• Ensures that trailers are processed in the order designated by management.
• Conducts periodic yard checks and communicates with management.

Skills

Reading and writing skills

Forklift operation

Vehicle inspection

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Yard Management System (YMS)

Job description

Perdue Transportation Incorporated (PTI) is the private fleet for Perdue Foods. With a team of safety-minded, professional drivers, we’re delivering on the promise of customer service and reliability. PTI is part of Perdue Farms, a family-owned company heading into its second century of growth and innovation.

Summary

Transfers full trailers from the holding areas to the processing area and then transfers empty trailers from the processing area to designated parking spaces, including regular rotation to other positions within the department. May or may not require a CDL license.

Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Operates jockey truck transferring trailers to and from the processing area. The task requires maneuvering in and out of the vehicle up to a height of 4 feet every 1/2 hour.
• Ensures that trailers are processed in the order designated by management.
• Ensures that YMS (Yard Management System) is updated and policies followed. Keeps the yard organized and in order.
• Performs pre-operation inspection of vehicle and post-operation cleaning daily.
• Conducts periodic yard checks. Communicates with the gate, dock office, and management.
• Must be able to perform the responsibilities of a forklift operator.

Minimum Education

High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience Requirements

Reading and writing skills required. Must have a valid Class D driver’s license. Must obtain a forklift license through company training. May require a CDL license.

Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements

Works outdoors year-round in seasonal temperatures with noise exposure of 96.2 dB; light intensity of less than 5' candles. In plant environments, exposure includes wet and moist floors, metal and plastic grating surfaces, temperatures from 28°F to 100°F, and humidity up to 100%. May handle products at 25°F to 50°F. Exposure to noise ranges of 50 dB to 110 dB, dust, feathers, and chemicals used in poultry processing. Must wear protective equipment as directed. Occasional exposure to carbon dioxide vapors (10 ppm) and chlorine (less than 20 ppm). Able to stand for several hours, lift 35-65 lbs, reach, bend, push boxes, and operate a stand-up lift for extended periods.

Perdue Farms, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.