Truck Jockey

FHLB Des Moines; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Sysco is seeking a qualified driver to back trucks to the dock, align with the correct doors, and ensure the vehicle is ready to perform the route. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and efficient truck handling in a fast-paced distribution environment.

Responsibilities include backing and docking, ensuring load integrity, and complying with DOT regulations. With CDL Class A preferred, the position may require lifting up to 50 lbs and a readiness to operate within a team-oriented setting.

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 CDL, you will be designated as a CDL driver for Sysco, regardless of the position applied for, subject to DOT regulations.

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

Managing work

Adaptability

Building trust

Follow-up communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Company Details

Company: US1601 Coastal Sunbelt Produce, LLC Sales Territory: None Zip Code: 20723 Travel Percentage: 0 Compensation Range: $18.00 The compensation range provided is in compliance with state specific laws. Factors that may be used to determine your actual rate of pay include your specific skills, years of experience and other factors. You may be eligible to participate in the Company's Incentive Plan.

Benefits Information

For information on Sysco’s Benefits, please visit https://SyscoBenefits.com

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

• 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.

Overview

Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations. We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We’re looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Aff… This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates. Sysco is the global leader in selling, marketing and distributing food products to restaurants, healthcare and educational facilities, lodging establishments and other customers who prepare meals away from home. Its family of products also includes equipment and supplies for the foodservice and hospitality industries. With more than 71,000 colleagues, the company operates 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves approximately 700,000 customer locations. For fiscal year 2022 that ended July 2, 2022, the company generated sales of more than $68 billion. Information about our Sustainability program, including Sysco’s 2022 Sustainability Report and 2022 Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Report, can be found at www.sysco.com.