Truck Dock Operator: Backing & Route Readiness

Sysco Corp.; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Sysco Northeast Rdc is seeking a dependable Dock/Driver role. The incumbent will back trucks to the dock doors, ensure the tractor and trailer are safe and ready to run routes, and perform other duties as assigned by supervision.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, and a CDL Class A preferred. Experience with trailer drops/hooks and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment are desired. Must meet DOT requirements and be 21+.

Qualifications

• Able to perform duties properly in a fast-paced environment.
• Managing Work
• Adaptability
• Building Trust
• Follow-up
• Communication

Responsibilities

• Provide technical, customer relations, and personnel management for major programs and projects
• Make applicable truck moves by backing trucks up to the dock at the correct door
• Ensure truck temperatures are set appropriately and operating properly to perform the route.
• Other duties as assigned by management

Skills

Fast-paced environment

Work management

Adaptability

Trust building

Follow-up

Communication

Education

High School or GED or equivalent

CDL, Class A preferred

Job description

Job Summary:

Responsible for backing trucks to the dock at the appropriate doors while ensuring that the truck is functioning properly to perform the route, and performing other duties as assigned by Supervisor or Manager.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide technical, customer relations, and personnel management for major programs and projects
• Make applicable truck moves by backing trucks up to the dock at the correct door
• Ensure truck temperatures are set appropriately and operating properly to perform the route.
• Other duties as assigned by management

QUALIFICATIONS
Education

• Degrees/Certificates Minimum Required:
• High School or GED or equivalent
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), Class A preferred
• Important Notice for CDL Holders: If you hold a valid Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), you will be designated as a CDL driver for Sysco, regardless of the specific position for which you are applying. As a result, this classification may affect your job responsibilities and will subject you to compliance requirements under Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations — including participation in the DOT Drug and Alcohol Random Testing Program. Candidates must have: • Be 21 years or older • No drug or alcohol violations within the past 3 years • No open violations listed in the FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse

Experience
Minimum Required:

• One year experience preferred
• Ability to drop and hook trailers

Skills
Minimum Required:

• Able to perform duties properly in a fast-paced environment
• Managing Work
• Adaptability
• Building Trust
• Follow-up
• Communication

DECISION-MAKING AUTHORITY
Most important decisions made fully independently:

• Backing the truck up to the correct door.
• Whether a truck is operating well enough to perform the route.

OTHER INFORMATION.

• Ability to lift product up to 50 lbs., infrequent lifting to 80 lbs.
• Must be able to climb on and off the box of the truck
• Frequent bending, squatting, pushing, and pulling
• Must be able to work in confined spaces

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