CDL A Yard Jockey / Compound Driver

Polar Beverages Corp.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Adirondack Beverages is seeking a CDL A Yard Jockey/Compound Driver for their Scotia, NY facility. This full-time, weekend position involves trailer movement and ensuring safety protocols, with a pay range of $25 to $27 per hour. Ideal candidates must possess a CDL A License and have logistics experience, along with a commitment to teamwork and production schedules.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of logistics experience required.
• Able to read and comprehend production schedules.
• Must stand for long periods and frequently lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Movement and placement of drop and shuttle trailers.
• Conduct daily yard checks and assist lift drivers as needed.
• Follow instructions and adhere to GMPs and food safety.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Physical stamina

Education

CDL A License

Tools

Forklift

Job description

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Job Description

CDL A - Yard Jockey / Compound Driver

Schenectady, NY

Salary Range:$25.00 To $27.00 Hourly

Adirondack Beverages is currently looking for a Yard Jockey for our facility in Scotia, NY. This is a weekend position with a schedule of Friday - Monday, 7:00am - 5:30pm, 40 hours a week plus overtime as needed. Candidates must meet all DOT regulations. Open to new drivers who've recently completed Driver Training School, as long as you're able to pass a road test but must work in the yard for 5 years before being able to go on the road.

Responsibilities

• Movement and placement of all drop trailers upon request
• Shuttling and placement of all shuttle trailers
• Set Up and retrieve trailers from compound as necessary
• Provide daily yard check
• Communicate to the Receiving group who the primary contact will be at the beginning of each shift
• To cover for each other in case of absence
• To assist Lift Drivers when required
• Understand and follow Good Manufacturing Practice (GMPs)
• Must maintain Food Safety Plan Control Points (CPs) using specified control measures
• Follow the instructions and directions of your immediate Supervisor and/or Working Foreman. Perform duties in a safe efficient manner according to standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Complete all required tasks described in the Training Evaluation Form efficiently, where applicable. Any deficiencies should be reviewed with the Warehouse Shipping Management team.
  
  

Requirements

• Current CDL A License
• At least 3 years of logistics experience (passenger vehicle experience will not be considered)
• Able to read & comprehend production schedules and perform duties required for each item.
• Able to attend forklift training as needed and obtain a valid forklift license
• Ability to work within a team environment
• Able to stand for long periods of time while monitoring equipment or completing required tasks
• Must frequently use hand(s) for repetitive movement single grasping, pushing/pulling and fine manipulation
• Must frequently bend, twist, squat, climb & reach
• Must be able to repeatedly lift up to 50 lbs.
  
  

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Preferred

Job Industries

• Customer Service

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Services

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