CDL AYard Jockey / Compound Driver

JobsInLogistics.com; City of Amsterdam (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking a CDL A Yard Jockey / Compound Driver in Schenectady, NY. The role involves the movement and placement of trailers, ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards. Candidates must have a valid CDL A License and at least 3 years of logistics experience.

Qualifications

• Current CDL A License required.
• 3 years of logistics experience needed.
• Ability to read production schedules.

Responsibilities

• Movement and placement of drop and shuttle trailers.
• Conduct daily yard checks.
• Assist Lift Drivers when required.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Job description

CDL A - Yard Jockey / Compound Driver

Schenectady, NY

Salary Range:$25.00 To $27.00 Hourly

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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