Dock & Yard Truck Operator

Sysco; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Sysco in Jackson, MS seeks an operations associate to move trucks and trailers, verify seals and refrigeration, and coordinate loading activities at dock doors. The role involves backing trailers, dropping and hooking trailers, and keeping equipment in good repair while maintaining a clean yard.

Applicants should have a valid driver's license, up to an accessible certification path for pallet jacks and forklifts, and at least 1 year of related experience.

Qualifications

• One year of warehouse or transportation experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Pallet Jack and forklift certification required or obtained after hire.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with loaders and supervision to move trucks and trailers per door assignments.
• Checks seals and refrigeration unit operation before movement.
• Moves trucks/trailers between docks to complete loading and unloading.
• Ensures equipment is loaded and secured before moving.
• Maintains yard organization and collaborates with fleet and shop teams on repairs.

Skills

Communication

Numerical aptitude

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Less than high school education

Tools

Pallet Jack

Forklift Certification

Job description

Sysco in Jackson, MS seeks an operations associate to move trucks and trailers, verify seals and refrigeration, and coordinate loading activities at dock doors. The role involves backing trailers, dropping and hooking trailers, and keeping equipment in good repair while maintaining a clean yard.

Applicants should have a valid driver's license, up to an accessible certification path for pallet jacks and forklifts, and at least 1 year of related experience.