Yard Jockey at Phase 2

Southmill Champs; Five Points (PA); In loco; USD 32.000 - 42.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Southmill Champs is seeking a Yard Jockey for Phase 2 operations in Kennett Square, PA. The role involves moving and staging trucks and trailers, backing into loading areas, and ensuring equipment is organized for continuous compost operations.

The position requires operating yard equipment safely, basic inspections, and ability to follow safety procedures. High school diploma or GED preferred; experience with trailers is a plus. This is a full-time on-site role at SM Starr Road.

Competenze

• Requires valid drivers license and ability to operate yard equipment safely.
• Experience with backing, spotting, and connecting/disconnecting trailers.
• Background in production, agricultural, compost, or industrial environments is a-plus.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Mansioni

• Move and position trucks and trailers throughout the Phase 2 yard and production areas.
• Back trailers into designated loading, unloading, conveyor, washing, and staging locations.
• Stage loaded and empty trailers based on daily production needs.
• Move equipment to and from the conveyor/loading area.
• Connect and disconnect trailers and verify that equipment is properly secured before movement.
• Perform inspections of yard equipment and report visible damage, defects, or safety concerns.
• Fuel assigned yard tractors and equipment as needed.
• Assist with positioning trucks or trailers for compost loading and unloading operations.
• Move equipment to designated wash areas and assist with cleaning or washing trucks/trailers.
• Maintain the yard in an organized manner and ensure equipment is parked in designated locations.
• Communicate with Phase 2 supervisors, drivers, and production employees regarding equipment availability and staging needs.
• Maintains required yard movement, inspection, or equipment logs.
• Follow all facility rules, backing procedures, PPE requirements, and company safety procedures
• Assist Phase 2 operations with other equipment movement or general duties as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Conoscenze

Valid drivers license

Trailer maneuvering

Daily logs

Safety procedures

Communication

Independent work

Formazione

High school diploma or GED

Descrizione del lavoro

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Yard Jockey at Phase 2 - No CDL Required

Full Time Compost Operative SM Starr Road, Kennett Square, PA, US

10 days ago Requisition ID: 1780

Position Summary:

The Phase 2 Yard Jockey is responsible for safely moving, positioning, and staging trucks, trailers, and other assigned equipment within the Phase 2 facility and yard. The position supports the continuous flow of compost operations by ensuring equipment is placed in the correct loading, unloading, washing, and staging areas when needed. This role works closely with Phase 2 Drivers and production employees to keep equipment organized, available, and ready for operation.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Move and position trucks and trailers throughout the Phase 2 yard and production areas.
• Back trailers into designated loading, unloading, conveyor, washing, and staging locations.
• Stage loaded and empty trailers based on daily production needs.
• Move equipment to and from the conveyor/loading area
• Connect and disconnect trailers and verify that equipment is properly secured before movement.
• Perform inspections of yard equipment and report visible damage, defects, or safety concerns.
• Fuel assigned yard tractors and equipment as needed.
• Assist with positioning trucks or trailers for compost loading and unloading operations.
• Move equipment to designated wash areas and assist with cleaning or washing trucks/trailers.
• Maintain the yard in an organized manner and ensure equipment is parked in designated locations.
• Communicate with Phase 2 supervisors, drivers, and production employees regarding equipment availability and staging needs.
• Maintains required yard movement, inspection, or equipment logs.
• Follow all facility rules, backing procedures, PPE requirements, and company safety procedures
• Assist Phase 2 operations with other equipment movement or general duties as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Experience

• Previous experience operating a yard jockey, tractor-trailer, or similar heavy equipment preferred.
• Experience backing, spotting, connecting, and disconnecting trailers.
• Experience in a production, agricultural, compost, or industrial environment is a plus.

Required Skills / Knowledge

• Valid Driver's License
• Ability to safely maneuver and position trailers in tight yards and production areas.
• Knowledge of basic vehicle and equipment inspections.
• Ability to complete daily logs and required documentation accurately.
• Ability to follow safety procedures, traffic rules, and PPE requirements.
• Good communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to work independently and adjust to changing operational needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a mushroom farm, compost operation, agricultural facilities, or similar environment.
• Familiarity with trailer staging, coupling, and uncoupling procedures.
• Experience working around conveyors, loading areas, or production equipment.
• Basic mechanical knowledge.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.
• Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, or adjusted schedules as needed.