Experienced Yard Jockey, Loader

C&S Wholesale Grocers; Sheboygan (WI); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

C&S Wholesale Grocers in Sheboygan, WI is seeking a Yard Jockey to move trailers around the distribution center yard. You will train with a Professional Driver Trainer during the new hire program and perform yard moves safely and efficiently to support gate times and warehouse operations.

Responsibilities include pre/post inspections, moving trailers, logging temperatures, and maintaining equipment across freezer, perishable, and store environments.

Qualifications

• General equivalency diploma or high school diploma required.
• Ability to learn yard operations and safety procedures.
• Willingness to obtain CDL within 90 days of hire and pass DOT requirements.

Responsibilities

• Pre-shift and post-shift inspections and logbook checks.
• Move empty and loaded trailers and verify trailer temperatures.
• Shuttle trailers to and from the WDC and assist with pallet handling.
• Stack salvage, operate fueling equipment and maintain yard organization.

Skills

Trailer backing

CDL readiness

Education

General Equivalency Diploma - General Studies

High School Diploma - General Studies

Job description

Position Overview

C&S Wholesale Grocers desires to create the most safe, efficient, and service forward fleet in the country. As a Yard Jockey, you will start your career with the company by working with a Professional Driver Trainer (PDT) who will provide coaching and insight on the C&S Way. Once you have successfully completed our new hire training program, you will be tasked with completing yard moves in a safe, timely, and efficient manner. Your work will directly influence the ability for warehouse operations to achieve gate times required to maintain a high level of customer satisfaction.

1. Pre-shift and post-shift inspections. 2%
2. Yard checks (all trailers, contents verification) 5%
3. Move empty and loaded trailers (set, verify trailer temperatures) 55%
4. Shuttle trailers (load pallets / repacks) to and from the WDC 7%
5. Load bales, recycled paper & electronics 10%
6. Load pallets 15%
7. Load and unload reclaim trailer 5%

Pay Rate

$30.74/hour Medical benefits eligible Day 1 3rd shift

Description

Drive a jockey wagon to move trailers, as directed, around the distribution center yardMoves will include, but are not limited to:

• Trailers placed and / or pulled from warehouse dock doors
• Trailers repositioned to proper pads within the yard
• Trailers brought to and through the wash bay
• Check and log temperature of trailer to ensure proper settings based on the product (use pre-programmed settings where available)
• Complete yard inventory (and enter into yard management system where applicable)
• Clean, fuel, and inspect the vehicle you are driving and the trailers you are moving
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Stack salvage from retail stores on pallets and unload salvage (location specific)Operate propane fueling equipment (location specific)Travel Required:No Environment Warehouse : Freezer (-20F to 0F) Warehouse : Perishable Warehouse (28F to 60F) Warehouse : Store/Grocery Warehouse (50F to 90F)

Skills Specialized Knowledge

Ability to obtain CDL within 90 days of hire; individual would be unable to use any equipment requiring CDL until license is obtained.

Special Skills

Experience maneuvering and backing trailers (up to 53') with a jockey wagon.

Physical abilities

• Occasionally climb up to 4 ft. (Must have fall protection training and using proper fall protection equipment).
• Frequently reach (level: Waist/overhead, etc.).
• Frequently gripping, carrying, pivoting, pushing, lifting, pulling up to 60 Lbs.
• Frequently standing and walking on surface type (s): Carpet, tile, concrete.
• Continuously hearing, seeing and repetitive movement using both hands and feet.
• Ability to pass DOT Physical.

Other

Compliance with all company policies and procedures. Ability to read, write and speak proficiently. Ability to understand and follow instructions. Ability to work in a variety of temperatures Drive, motivation, and passion for providing excellent customer service. Authorization to work in the United States or the ability to obtain the same. Successful completion of pre-employment drug testing and background check. Ability to present self in a courteous, polite and professional manner. Must be able to work to the end of shift to include necessary overtime in order to meet business needs. Must be willing to assist in other departments based upon business needs. High standard of integrity and reliability.

Years Of Experience

1-2 : Relevant Experience.

Qualifications

General Equivalency Diploma - General Studies, High School Diploma - General Studies Shift 3rd Shift (United States of America) Company Piggly Wiggly Midwest LLC

About Our Company

Building on its more than 100-year history in the grocery business, Piggly Wiggly continues to grow its presence with stores throughout the Midwest, South and Northeast. C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC. operates corporate stores and services independent franchisees under a chain-style model. This unique grocery store offers the selection and assortment of a national chain, with the service and local customization of a community-based retailer. Each store contains specialized local assortments to meet local shoppers’ needs. Piggly Wiggly is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. The Company provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act. C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC is an industry leader in supply chain solutions and wholesale grocery supply in the United States. Founded in 1918 as a supplier to independent grocery stores, C&S now services customers of all sizes, supplying more than 7,500 independent supermarkets, chain stores, military bases and institutions with over 100,000 different products. C&S also proudly operates and supports corporate grocery stores and services independent franchisees under a chain-style model throughout the Midwest, South and Northeast. We are an engaged corporate citizen, supporting causes that positively impact our communities.