Jockey Truck Operator

Plastic Express; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking a Yard Jockey to effectively manage warehouse operations. This full-time role involves relocating containers and maintaining safety compliance while operating in a busy warehouse environment. Ideal candidates will possess a Class ‘C’ license and be able to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

Family health benefit packages - after 90 days

Vacation pay - after 90 days

Holiday pay - after 90 days

Company matching 401k retirement program - after 90 days

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Current unrestricted Class ‘C’ license required.
• Preferred: Class 'A' CDL.

Responsibilities

• Relocate containers in warehouse yard utilizing a Yard Jockey truck.
• Inspect truck and accessories to ensure safe operating conditions.
• Communicate effectively with dispatcher and receiver in English.

Skills

Communication

Independence

Risk Recognition

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Company Overview

Come join a winning Team! Since 1970 Plastic Express has met the bulk trucking, bulk terminal, packaging, and warehousing needs of the plastics industry. Our strategic locations, modern systems, and dedicated employees allow us to provide custom tailored logistical solutions to fulfill the most challenging needs of our customers. Plastic Express operates from 22 full-service facilities, more than 40 bulk terminals, and 52 railcar terminals offering more than 8,500 railcar spots across the country. We are located near 9 major ports in the U.S. and rely heavily on our rail infrastructure to handle imports /exports as well as regional distribution. At many of the Plastic Express sites, we also handle some non-plastic commodities, which include; paper rolls, steel, building materials and other dry bulk materials. Plastic Express owns and operates roughly 250 trucks, with approximately 250 trailers performing full bulk truck distribution business. Plastic Express is headquartered in Houston, TX and has over 600 employees nationwide. Our goal has always been to exceed our customer's expectations, and our can do-attitude is what differentiates us from the competition.

Plastic Express employees have always been our key to success and total customer satisfaction. We are always looking for dependable & talented business professionals that will help us to grow and to continue our “Can Do” tradition.

Job Summary:
Relocating containers in the warehouse yard to be loaded or unloaded utilizing a Yard Jockey truck.

Essential Functions/Duties:

• Inspect Yard Jockey truck, trailer/chassis, and required accessories to determine safe operating conditions prior to start and end of each shift
• Operate in compliance with company safety policies
• Communicate effectively with dispatcher and receiver in English
• Report all accidents or incidents involving driver or company equipment
• Report any delays that will affect pick up or delivery appointments

Qualifications:
Required Education and Experience

• At least 18 years’ old
• Current unrestricted Class “C” license

Preferred Education and Experience

• Class “A” CDL
• High school diploma or equivalent

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to walk, bend, reach, push, pull, stop, squat, and climb

Licenses/Certificates:

• Current unrestricted Class “C” license

Skills:

• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to recognize onsite risk factors and take appropriate action with firmness and tact

Work Environment:
Expected to operate in a warehouse yard environment where it is necessary to be aware for one’s own personal safety and the safety of others.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are various with both day and night shifts. Extended workdays could be expected with daily increases in volumes. This job is hourly nonexempt with OT after 40 hours worked.

Travel:
No travel is expected for this position.

Benefits and Perks:

• Family health benefit packages - after 90 days
• Vacation pay - after 90 days
• Holiday pay - after 90 days
• Company matching 401k retirement program -after 90 days

Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted and/or changed at any time at the discretion of management.

Plastic Express employees have always been our key to success and total customer satisfaction. We are always looking for dependable & talented business professionals that will help us to grow and to continue our Can-Do tradition.

In line with Plastic Express’ Environmental Promise, the hired individual is expected to enthusiastically support all facets of Operation Clean Sweep; specifically, making a conscious effort to prevent pellet, flake and powder loss into the environment and ensure any spills are swiftly and effectively cleaned up.

If you have an interest in working at Plastic Express, please forward your resume including a brief work history.