Truck Jockey

Sysco Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 14,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Sysco Corporation is seeking a driver to back trucks to the dock, ensure proper operation for routes, and perform supervisor-assigned duties. This role involves CDL considerations and adherence to safety protocols.

Responsibilities include truck positioning, route readiness, and maintaining proper temperatures while driving. The position requires readiness for related DOT requirements and physical ability to lift and handle loads as described in the job posting.

Qualifications

• One year experience preferred
• Ability to drop and hook trailers
• High School or GED or equivalent
• CDL Class A preferred

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 work

Work management

Adaptability

Trust building

Follow-up

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CDL Class A preferred

Job description

Company:

US1225 FreshPoint Connecticut, LLC

Sales Territory:

None

Zip Code:

06114

Travel Percentage:

0

Compensation Range:

$10.00 - $48.00

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
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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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 Affir

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.

This opportunityis available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.