Yard Jockey

ADP, Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Automatic Data Processing, Inc. is hiring for a yard and material handling role in Texas. The position requires a valid CDL, DOT medical certification, a clean driving record, and mechanical aptitude.

You will operate a yard dog and forklift, back trailers into docks, assist in loading/unloading, and maintain the yard. Strong customer service and teamwork are essential. You will perform safety checks, conduct basic repairs, manage cleaning duties, and mentor adherence to safety policies.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid CDL license.
• Must hold a valid DOT medical certification card.
• Must maintain a clean DMV driving record.
• Must be mechanically inclined and able to perform basic vehicle/trailer maintenance.
• Excellent customer service and communication; able to work in a team.
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks with deadlines.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Able to work any shift.

Responsibilities

• Operate yard dog and forklift.
• Maneuver and back trailers into loading docks; assist with loading/unloading.
• Maintain the facility with cleaning duties and trash disposal.
• Keep the yard mule clean; perform basic repairs as needed.
• Perform safety checks to secure trailers and operate equipment safely.
• Conduct preventative maintenance on equipment and tools.
• Keep the yard neat and move units as directed.
• Move trailers in and out of the shop for technicians.
• Take photos of trailers after completion for the service advisor.
• Dismount and mount tires for shop jobs.
• Take precautions while driving and follow safety policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

CDL license

DOT medical card

Clean driving record

Mechanically inclined

Customer service

Communication skills

Team player

Organizational skills

Shift flexibility

Tools

Forklift operation

Trailer handling

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Operate equipment yard dog and forklift.
• Maneuver and back trailers into loading docks and assist in loading and unloading products.
• Assist in the maintenance of the facility by emptying trash bins, sweeping, discarding materials and normal cleaning duties.
• Maintain yard mule performing basic repairs as needed and keep the yard mule clean.
• Follow all safety protocols including performing safety checks to secure trailer and operating all equipment in a safe and professional manner.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment, tools, and machinery to ensure they are clean and in good working condition.
• Keep the yard neat and orderly, moving units as directed.
• Move all trailers in and out of the shop for technicians.
• Take photos of trailers upon completion to provide to service advisor, so advisor can give to customer.
• Dismount and mount tires for jobs in shop.
• Take special precautions while driving.
• Follow good housekeeping standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.
• Must follow all company safety policies and procedures, and immediately report all accidents to a manager or supervisor.

Job Requirements

• Must have a valid CDL license, a valid DOT medical certification card and a clean DMV driving record.
• Must have a clean driving record and maintain it.
• Must be mechanically inclined.
• Excellent Customer Service and outstanding communication and people skills, the ability to be a team player.
• Ability to work on multiple tasks with varying deadlines.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Must be able to work any shift.

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand for the entire work shift.
• Must be able to lift to 50 pounds.
• May also engage in frequent bending, stooping, squatting, pushing, and pulling of parts and part containers, climbing stairs, and climbing on and off back end of pick-up truck.
• May also engage in standing, lifting, twisting, turning, climbing a ladder, etc.
• Due to the open environment of the shop, must be able to work in various weather and temperatureconditions to include extreme heat, humidity and cold.
• Must also be able to tolerate wearing personal protective equipment, including, but not limited to,a hard hat, steel toed safety shoes, hearing protection, respirators, safety glasses, goggles.