Yard Driver/Jockey - 1st shift Acorn

farmerfocus; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 35,818,000 - 41,328,000; Full time

Job summary

Farmer Focus is hiring a Yard Driver/Jockey to move trailers, containers, and trucks within the yard and shipping areas. This in-person role operates on a 2nd shift, performing duties to support transportation and logistics while ensuring equipment adheres to safety standards.

The position requires a current Class A Virginia CDL and compliance with DOT, OSHA, and company safety policies. Benefits and a comprehensive total rewards package are included.

Qualifications

• Compliance with DOT/OSHA safety standards.
• Ability to perform outdoor physical labor in various weather conditions.
• Completion of CDL background application as part of the hiring process.

Responsibilities

• Drive trucks around the yard to switch empty and full containers.
• Move trailers safely to support shipping and logistics needs.
• Operate a forklift when required and authorized.
• Maintain logs and records as required by law and company policy.
• Ensure equipment meets DOT and OSHA standards.

Skills

Safety compliance

DOT/OSHA knowledge

Teamwork

Physical labor

Weekend availability

Education

Class A Virginia CDL

MVR +5

CDL background application

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Job Details

Job Title: Yard Driver/Jockey

Compensation : $27.50/hr

Department: Internal Transportation

Reports To: Fleet Manager

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Location: On Site / Both Plants

Work Arrangement: In Person

Shift / Schedule: 2nd Shift

Travel Requirements: Travel Between Plants

Employment Type: Full-time

Role Overview / Purpose and Scope

The Yard Driver / Jockey is responsible for safely moving trailers, containers, and trucks throughout the yard, shipping area, trailer parking area, and other assigned locations to support plant, shipping, transportation, and logistics operations. This role helps ensure empty and full containers are positioned properly, trailers are moved safely and efficiently, and equipment is maintained in safe operating condition.

This position requires a current Class A Virginia Commercial Driver's License and compliance with DOT, OSHA, company safety, health, and environmental standards. In addition to completing the standard application, candidates must also complete the required CDL background application for review.

CDL Background Application

https://www.jjkellerdriverapplicant.com/application/shenandoahvalleyorganicllc6177/CDL

Key Responsibilities

• Drive trucks around the yard to switch empty and full containers to and from shipping areas and trailer parking areas.
• Move trailers safely and efficiently to support shipping, receiving, production, and logistics needs.
• Drive trailers that require maintenance or service to third-party repair providers as needed.
• Implement extreme weather countermeasures on live poultry equipment.
• Perform daily housekeeping of assigned trailers and tractors.
• Operate a forklift when necessary and authorized.
• Maintain all logs and records as required by law and company policy.
• Ensure equipment is in safe operating condition and meets or exceeds DOT and OSHA standards.
• Follow all safety, health, and environmental procedures, policies, and practices.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with team members, supervisors, vendors, and others contacted during work assignments.
• Perform general labor duties outdoors and in various weather conditions as needed.
• Perform physical labor, including climbing ladders, bending, kneeling, reaching, standing for long periods, walking, lifting, and carrying boxes, tools, equipment, and materials.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Benefits

Farmer Focus offers a competitive total rewards package designed to support team members' health, financial well-being, and professional growth. Available offerings may include weekly payroll, paid time off and sick leave, semi-subsidized medical coverage, dental and vision plan options, a 401(k) plan with company match, HSA and FSA, education reimbursement opportunities, employee assistance programs (EAP), and internal learning, development, and career growth programs.

All benefits, programs, and offerings are subject to eligibility requirements, plan terms, and company policies, and may be changed, amended, or discontinued by Farmer Focus at any time.

Qualifications

• Current Class A Virginia Commercial Driver's License required.
• Motor vehicle record requirement of MVR +5.
• Ability to complete required CDL background application.
• Ability to perform general labor duties outdoors and in various weather conditions.
• Ability to safely drive trucks, trailers, and containers around the yard and assigned areas.
• Ability to maintain all logs and records as required by law and company policy.
• Ability to follow DOT, OSHA, safety, health, environmental, and company requirements.
• Ability to ensure assigned equipment is in safe operating condition.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships.
• Ability to work assigned days and shifts, including some weekends.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to reach above shoulder level.
• Ability to perform physical labor, including climbing ladders, bending, kneeling, reaching, standing for long periods, walking, lifting, and carrying boxes, tools, equipment, and materials.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the role with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Related yard driver, jockey, shuttle driver, transportation, shipping, warehouse, logistics, or CDL driving experience.
• Forklift operation experience.
• Experience moving trailers in a manufacturing, production, food processing, poultry processing, transportation, or warehouse environment.
• Experience completing driver logs, equipment checks, or transportation-related documentation.
• Familiarity with DOT and OSHA safety requirements.

Drug, Alcohol, and Background Screening

New team members must be able to pass a drug, alcohol, and background screening post-offer and prior to the start of their employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of their third day of work.

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Travel

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