CDL A Yard Jockey

Standard Logistics; Myerstown (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Standard Logistics is seeking a driver in Myerstown, PA to support transportation and yard operations. You will prioritize tasks with the team, perform yard checks, and train to maintain driving and trailer spotting skills.

During driving, you will ensure switcher equipment is safe through pre/post-trip inspections and move trailers within the yard for inbound and outbound docks. A valid in-state license and a safety mindset are required.

Qualifications

• Successfully pass Standard Logistics' driving and knowledge proficiency tests.
• High level of professionalism and strong work ethic.
• Ability to adjust to sudden changes in customer demands or operational goals.
• DL NUMBER - Driver License valid in-state and a safety-driven mindset.

Responsibilities

• Work with transportation and operations teams to prioritize tasks.
• Perform periodic spot checks of the yard and reporting on equipment.
• Train regularly to keep driving and trailer spotting skills current.
• When driving, ensure switcher equipment is safe and perform pre/post-trip inspections.
• Safely move carrier trailers within the yard for inbound and outbound docks.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Radio communication

Driver license

Job description

Team Summary

We believe our employees are our greatest resource and together we strive to maintain a culture of safety, efficiency and responsibility where we value our employees, communities and the customers we serve.

Standard Logistics operates in the Northeast, Southeast, Midwest, Southwest and Western Regions. We offer both flatbed and dry van services with a fleet of over 130 late-model day cab and sleeper tractors. Our trucks are equipped with state-of-the-art technology to ensure a seamless experience for our drivers and to provide custom solutions for your business.

We currently have openings in: Myerstown, PA

Essential Duties

• Work with transportation and operations teams to prioritize tasks

• Perform periodic spot checks of the yard and reporting on equipment

• Train on a regular basis to keep driving and trailer spotting skills current

• When driving, ensure switcher equipment is in safe working order to include pre/post-trip inspections, tire condition, and unit hours reporting

• When driving, safely move carrier trailers within the Standard Logistics yard to include both loads and empties for the Inbound and Outbound docks

Qualifications Required

• Successfully pass Standard Logistics' driving and knowledge proficiency tests

• Strong organizational, prioritization skills, detail oriented and high level of accuracy

• Ability to effectively operate independently with minimal supervision

• Effective verbal and written communications skills

• Ability to effectively communicate via two-way radio

• Comply with all company policies, procedures, and safety guidelines

• High level of professionalism and strong work ethic

• The ability to adjust to sudden changes in customer demands or operational goals

• Ability to handle multiple tasks at once

• Adhere to quality and performance standards

• DL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State and a safety driven mindset Required

Pay Range: - , General Benefits:

We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and GAF, Standard Logistics, SGI, and Siplast are proud to be affirmative action employers. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. If applying for positions in the U.S., must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer sponsored visa (work permit).