Class A Yard Jockey

Performance Food Group (New); Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 55,104,000 - 66,125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Performance Food Group (New) is seeking a Yard Driver to move tractor trailers to/from loading docks and park trailers in designated areas. The role requires attention to safety and DOT compliance. Scheduling is Sunday to Thursday starting at 5pm, with competitive pay and benefits from day one.

The position emphasizes teamwork, professional communication with customers and vendors, and adherence to safety standards while supporting the company’s food distribution operations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent.
• 12+ months verifiable Tractor/Trailer commercial driving experience.
• Must have yard hostler/switcher experience.
• Must be able to work scheduled times and overtime.
• Valid Class A driver's license.
• Meet state licensing/certification requirements.
• Clean MVR past 3 years.
• DOT Health Card current or able to secure.

Responsibilities

• Performs inspections and moves trailers safely following all DOT regulations.
• Fuels, moves, and parks tractors and trailers to the docks.
• Tractor trailers will be moved around the facility, no city driving.
• Secures trucks, trailers, and equipment always.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Tractor/Trailer operation

DOT regulations

Vehicle safety

Communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

PeopleNet

Job description

Company Description:

Core-Mark, a Performance Food Group Company, is part of a Fortune 150 company that continues to grow as an industry leader in fresh and broad-line solutions to the convenience retail industry. Our reputation of empowering customers, employees, and communities has allowed us to build over $23 Billion in revenue. Through our distribution centers, we offer a full range of products, programs, and solutions to customers across the U.S. and Canada.

Job Description:

We Deliver the Goods:

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America's food distribution system
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

Position Details:

• Pay is $21.00 an hour
• Schedule is Sunday - Thursday starting at 5pm

Position Purpose:

The Yard Driver is responsible for moving tractor trailers to/from the loading docks and parking loaded or empty trailers in designated areas in a safe and timely manner and in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Communicates and interacts with customers, vendors and co-workers professionally ensuring questions are answered accurately and in a timely manner. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and perform any duty assigned to best serve the company.

Responsibilities may include, but not limited to:

• Performs inspections and moves trailers safely following all DOT regulations and company safe-driving policies.
• Fuels, moves, and parks tractors and trailers to the docks.
• Tractor trailers will be moved around the facility, no city driving.
• Secures trucks, trailers, and equipment always.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits:

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Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent
• 12+ months verifiable Tractor / Trailer commercial driving experience
• Must have yard hostler/switcher experience
• Must be able to work the scheduled, assigned times and required overtime for the position.
• Valid Class A driver's license
• Meet all State licensing and/or certification requirements (where applicable)
• Clean Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) for past 3 years
• Attains or has valid current DOT Health Card and/or able to secure new DOT Health Card
• Pass road test

Preferred qualifications:

• 1+ years yard hostler/switcher experience
• Onboard computer and electronic log system experience (i.e., PeopleNet)

EEO Statement:

Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the "Company") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please click on the following links to review: (1) our EEO Policy; (2) the "EEO is the Law" poster and supplement; and (3) the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.