Yard Jockey CDL Driver

C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

C&S Wholesale Services, LLC is seeking a Yard Jockey with a Class A CDL to join our transportation team. You will work with a Professional Driver Trainer during new-hire training, then move trailers safely and efficiently within the distribution yard to support gate times and customer satisfaction.

The role requires experience backing trailers, log book accuracy, and the ability to operate in various yard conditions. Shift is 1st and overtime may be needed to meet business needs.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Valid Class A CDL and Medical Card required.
• Experience maneuvering and backing trailers up to 53' with a jockey wagon.
• Ability to pass DOT physical.

Responsibilities

• Drive a jockey wagon to move trailers around the distribution center yard as directed.
• Check and log trailer temperatures using pre-programmed settings.
• Complete yard inventory and enter data into the yard management system.
• Inspect, fuel, and clean the vehicle and trailers; perform basic repairs as needed.
• Perform additional duties including store deliveries and handling salvage (location-specific).
• Travel: None.

Skills

Class A CDL

Medical Card

Trailer backing

DOT compliance

Education

GED

HS Diploma

Tools

Yard management system

Job description

Position Overview

C&S Wholesale Grocers desires to create the most safe, efficient, and service forward fleet in the country. As a Yard Jockey carrying a Class A CDL license, you will start your career with the company by working with a Professional Driver Trainer (PDT) who will provide coaching and insight on the C&S Way. Once you have successfully completed our new hire training program, you will be tasked with completing yard moves in a safe, timely, and efficient manner. Your work will directly influence the ability for warehouse operations to achieve gate times required to maintain a high level of customer satisfaction.

Job Description

Description

• Drive a jockey wagon to move trailers, as directed, around the distribution center yard. As a Class A CDL jockey, moves may require transit on public roadwaysMoves will include, but are not limited to:Trailers placed and / or pulled from warehouse dock doorsTrailers repositioned to proper pads within the yardTrailers brought to and through the wash bay
• Check and log temperature of trailer to ensure proper settings based on the product (use pre-programmed settings where available)
• Complete yard inventory (and enter into yard management system where applicable)
• Clean, fuel, and inspect the vehicle you are driving and the trailers you are moving
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned, which may include completing store deliveriesStack salvage from retail stores on pallets and unload salvage (location specific) Operate propane fueling equipment (location specific)
• Travel Required:No

Environment

• Warehouse : Store/Grocery Warehouse (50F to 90F)
• Warehouse : Freezer (-20F to 0F)
• Warehouse : Perishable Warehouse (28F to 60F)

Skills

• Specialized Knowledge : Valid Class A CDL and Medical Card
• Special Skills : Experience maneuvering and backing trailers (up to 53') with a jockey wagon. Experience driving tractor trailer is preferred.
• Physical abilities: : Occasionally climb up to 4 ft. (Must have fall protection training and using proper fall protection equipment). Frequently reach (level: Waist/overhead, etc.). Frequently gripping, carrying, pivoting, pushing, lifting, pulling up to 60 Lbs. Frequently standing and walking on surface type (s): Carpet, tile, concrete. Continuously hearing, seeing and repetitive movement using both hands and feet. Ability to pass DOT Physical.
• Other: : Compliance with all company policies and procedures. Ability to read, write and speak proficiently. Ability to understand and follow instructions. Ability to work in a variety of temperatures Drive, motivation, and passion for providing excellent customer service. Authorization to work in the United States or the ability to obtain the same. Successful completion of pre-employment drug testing and background check. Ability to present self in a courteous, polite and professional manner. Must be able to work to the end of shift to include necessary overtime in order to meet business needs. Must be willing to assist in other departments based upon business needs. High standard of integrity and reliability.

Years Of Experience

• 1-2 : Relevant Experience

Qualifications

General Equivalency Diploma - General Studies, High School Diploma - General Studies

Shift

1st Shift (United States of America)

Company

C&S Wholesale Services, LLC

About Our Company

C&S Wholesale Services is one of many companies within the C&S Family of Companies, the largest wholesale grocery supply company in the U.S. and the industry leader in supply chain innovation. At C&S, We Select the Best & those with the motivation, pride, and drive to succeed in our fast-paced world.

Working Safely is a Condition for Employment with C&S Wholesale Services, Inc. C&S Wholesale Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. The Company provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.

Pay Range: - , General Benefits:

Jockey, Yard - CDL

Job Area: Transportation

Job Family: Transportation

Job Type: Full Time