Jockey Operator

UFP Industries, Inc.; Butner (NC); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries, Inc. in Butner, NC is seeking a Jockey Operator responsible for organizing trailers on-site with a Yard Jockey truck and occasional forklift usage to support production. You will perform daily equipment checks and ensure secure loads.

The role requires a CDL, at least a 12th-grade education, and a minimum of 6 months driving a commercial vehicle or yard jockey. You must pass a driving test and obtain forklift licensing within 4 months. Safety rules apply.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• 12th-grade education completed.
• Minimum 6 months of experience driving a commercial vehicle or yard jockey.
• Knowledge of vehicle parts and minor repairs for safe operation.
• CDL license required; forklift licensing within 4 months after hire.

Responsibilities

• Safely drives within the facility to stage and move loads.
• Completes daily equipment inspection sheets and paperwork.
• Loads/unloads trucks as needed to support production.
• Maintains load integrity and accurate shipping documents.

Skills

Forklift operation

Vehicle inspection

Shipping/receiving

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Forklift license

Job description

## Jockey OperatorApplylocations: Butner, NCtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R21773**Job Summary**The Jockey Truck Driver is responsible for the organization of trailers on-site using the Yard Jockey truck. The position may require the use of a forklift for a percentage of the time.**Principle Duties and Responsibilities*** Safely drives in the facility staging shipping loads in various weather conditions* Completes daily equipment inspection sheets* Loads and unloads trucks as needed to assist with production* Inspects equipment to ensure safe operating conditions* Secures load and/or inspects load to ensure it has been properly secured* Performs duties consistent with all applicable Company rules* Conducts preventive maintenance to the truck and ensures it is clean* Maintains appropriate shipping documents as required* Maintains radio contact with base or supervisor to receive instructions on trailers/loads to be moved* Verifies shipping documents for accuracy* Completes paperwork as required* May operate a forklift to load/unload trailers as required* Follows forklift rules and policies as described by Company policy* Completes training as required by management* Participates in safety programs and meetings* Performs other duties as required**Qualifications*** Must be 18 years of age* Minimum 12th-grade basic education completed* A minimum of 6 months of experience driving a commercial vehicle or yard jockey truck is required* Working knowledge of vehicle parts, and how to handle minor repairs to ensure equipment is in proper operating conditions* Successful completion of forklift driver licensing process within 4 months of hire* CDL license is a requirement for this position* Ability to pass a driving test/skills evaluation in a yard jockey truck