Jockey Truck Driver

POET; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive bonuses

PTO and holidays

Health, dental, vision insurance with

401K with company match

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Relocation assistance

Safety gear reimbursements

Wellness program

Family-first culture

Onsite fitness centers

Job summary

POET in Savannah, GA is hiring a Jockey Truck Driver for on-site yard movements. You will back in and position 40’ trailers, monitor units, and coordinate with over-the-road drivers to keep operations efficient.

Role requires a valid driver’s license and at least 1 year of relevant experience. The position emphasizes safety, food safety, and teamwork, with a strong safety culture and potential for growth.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• One year of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid State Driver’s License required.
• Previous spotting experience.
• Knowledge of general warehouse practices.
• Knowledge of various types of equipment and their controls.
• Knowledge of the basics of Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn new programs.
• Candidate should demonstrate integrity, teamwork, problem solving and adaptability.

Responsibilities

• Safely back in and/or pull out 40’ trailers as directed.
• Keep accurate records of containers/trailers moved onto/off augers and scales.
• Interact with over the road drivers arriving on site, providing assistance.
• Maneuver in crowded lots with tractor and trailer.
• Set, record, and monitor refrigeration units on trailers.
• Monitor fluid and fuel levels in tractor and add fluids as needed.
• Open/close trailer doors and manage seals during yard movements.
• Maintain clean work area and assist with yard maintenance.
• Foster safe behavior and environmental compliance at all times.

Skills

1 year experience

Spotting experience

Warehouse practices

Equipment controls

Microsoft Office

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

ABOUT POET

At POET, it is our mission to be good stewards of the Earth by converting renewable resources to energy and other valuable goods as effectively as humanly possible. For over thirty years our drive and passion to change the world has enabled us to become the largest producer and marketer of bioethanol and a leader in sustainable products in the world.

BENEFITS & PERKS

• Eligible Team Members may receive $$ Competitive BONUS opportunities - up to SIX bonuses per year (Quarterly Profit Sharing & Value Share)
• Paid time off and paid holidays - 40 hours of PTO available on Day 1, on top of a biweekly PTO accrual program!
• Comprehensive benefits package; Individual and family plans for health, dental, & vision insurance, including a generous employer Health Savings Account contribution
• Competitive pay, including shift premium pay for qualifying positions
• 401K with company match
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Attractive Relocation Assistance and Bonus Programs for qualifying positions and/or locations
• Safety and cold weather gear reimbursements
• Discounted home and auto insurance
• All POET Team Members enjoy
• A multifaceted wellness program encompassing the whole person – mentally, physically, and spiritually
• 'Family-first' culture
• Onsite fitness centers or fitness reimbursements

JOB SUMMARY & RESPONSIBILITIES

Are you looking for a fast-paced driving opportunity where your work supports the movement of products exported to more than 20 countries worldwide? Join our team as a Jockey Truck Driver and help keep our operation moving safely and efficiently every day. They work independently to perform trailer movements within the storage yard. Schedule: Monday through Friday, 6:45 AM - 4:30 PM, with occasional weekend and holiday work required (includes overtime, holiday pay + double time pay) This is an on-site role located in Savannah, GA.

Responsibilities include:

• Safely back in and/or pull out 40’ long trailers as directed.
• Keep accurate records of containers/trailers moved onto and off of augers and truck scales.
• Interact with over the road drivers arriving on the premises, providing assistance and direction.
• Maneuver in crowded lots with tractor and trailer.
• Set, record, and/or monitor refrigeration units on the trailers.
• Monitor fluid and fuel levels in tractor and add fluids when necessary using checklist.
• Safely open and close trailer doors, add/remove/record seal numbers, and climb in and out of the yard truck many times per day.
• Keep work area clean and perform housekeeping duties.
• Assist with Maintenance of assigned yard.
• Foster a culture of safe behavior and environmental compliance at all times.
• Maintain and advance the food safety and quality of POET’s products and processes to deliver a best-in-class culture of quality.
• Since we’re all about teamwork and getting the job done, your skills may be put to a lot of other uses!

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• One (1) year relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Valid State Driver’s License required.
• Previous spotting experience.
• Knowledge of general warehouse practices.
• Knowledge of various types of equipment and their controls.
• Knowledge of the basics of Microsoft Office Suite and the ability of learning new programs.
• A SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE High level of personal integrity Interpersonal skills – ability to effectively interact with individuals at all levels within/outside the organization Demonstrated problem-solving and critical thinking skills Ability to embrace and promote change Ability to work with hands. Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and procedures. Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills Innovative mindset Ability to think objectively Self-awareness in the face of uncertainty Ability to work in a team environment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

This role has some physical requirements that our team members will need to be able to perform, such as:

• Occasionally lifting weight up to sixty (60) pounds.
• Climbing several flights of stairs and ladders.
• Occasionally bending, twisting and turning while lifting weight of less than fifty (50) pounds.
• Walking up to two (2) or more miles per day.
• Pushing brooms, shovels, etc.
• Standing for extended periods of time.
• Wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Using hand and power tools.

This position is largely self-directed and requires a thorough understanding of company policy, procedures, and values. Team members will be required to adhere to all safety requirements at all times and in all work environments. The team member may be exposed to high noise levels, moving mechanical parts, dusty conditions, internal and external temperature/weather conditions, and chemicals. Due to the physical and safety-sensitive nature of this job, you will be subject to a physical and expected to pass a drug screen during the pre-screen process. During employment, you’ll be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

ABOUT POET TERMINAL – SAVANNAH

POET is currently the nation’s 11th largest container exporter, exporting feed products to more than 20 countries. In Savannah we will continue to drive consistency and demand within several of POET’s key markets for POET Dried Distillers Grain and POET Corn Fermented Protein animal feed. Our customers have already come to expect nothing less than the best in food safety and quality from POET, and we will continue to deliver as a trusted partner.

CULTURE IS KING AT POET

We’re all on the same team. We always communicate. And we park our egos at the door. These aren’t just slogans on our walls. It’s the way we do things at POET. We provide an environment for team members to maintain a healthy work-life balance. It’s the best way to optimize health, wellness, and productivity in a sustainable way. We work hard. We play hard. We have frequent team events, volunteer efforts, and we know how to celebrate wins!

GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES

At POET we encourage internal development and growth by allowing team members to carve their own path to success. Leaders support team members with the necessary resources to develop their skills, achieve goals, and create the most value. We believe in developing our team members to their highest potential and recognizing contributions that add value to the organization. Each new team member’s position and compensation are carefully determined by considering their unique qualifications and skillset.

POET is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.

Employment decisions are based on qualifications, abilities, merit, and other legitimate business factors, without regard to any legally protected characteristic.

This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, working conditions, promotion, and termination.

Over the past 30 years of bioprocessing leadership, we've assembled the industry's strongest team of engineers, scientists, financial analysts and more. Along the way, we've carefully selected team members who share our core values and pride in everything we do. That's common sense—and it's led to some of the most creative bioprocessing work in the world. The people of POET make working here a challenging, exhilarating place to advance a career. They accomplish great things for millions of Americans and find great satisfaction in helping our country in so many ways.