Yard Jockey _ Driver Class A 1st shift- Belcamp MD

Chesapeake Spice Co Llc; Belcamp (MD); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Chesapeake Spice Company is hiring a dependable yard jockey associate in Belcamp, MD to move trailers within the yard, dock doors, and staging areas on the 1st shift. You will ensure trailers are positioned correctly for loading and unloading, while maintaining safety and efficiency.

Responsibilities include operating yard trucks, hooking/unhooking, performing DVIRs, and communicating status to drivers and supervisors.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years distribution/warehouse experience preferred.
• Valid Class A CDL required.
• Clean MVR with no major violations in past 3 years.
• Ability to pass DOT physical and drug/alcohol test.

Responsibilities

• Operate a yard truck (hostler/spotter) to move trailers to and from dock doors, drop lots, and staging areas as directed by dispatch or warehouse management.
• Hook and unhook trailer landing gear, airlines, and electrical connections; ensure all equipment is properly secured before and after every move.
• Conduct pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections (DVIR) in compliance with DOT and Chesapeake Spice Company policies; promptly report and document any defects or damage.
• Communicate trailer status and yard updates to warehouse supervisors, and inbound/outbound drivers as needed during the shift.
• Adhere to all facility safety protocols, traffic patterns, and posted speed limits within the yard at all times.
• Assist with light warehouse or dock duties during downtime as directed by supervisors.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong safety awareness

Teamwork

Attention to detail

English literacy

Education

High School/GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Manual/Automatic transmission operation

Job description

Job Location: Belcamp, MD 21017

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: High School/GED

Salary Range: $25.00 - $28.00 Hourly

Job Shift: 1st Shift

Job Category: Logistics

Job Summary

Chesapeake Spice Company is seeking a dependable and safety-focused yard jockey associate to support our distribution operations. In this role you will be responsible for safely moving and positioning semi-trailers throughout our facility yard, dock doors, and staging areas during our afternoon/evening shift, ensuring trailers are correctly placed for loading & unloading.

Responsibilities

• Operate a yard truck (hostler/spotter) to move trailers to and from dock doors, drop lots, and staging areas as directed by dispatch or warehouse management.
• Hook and unhook trailer landing gear, airlines, and electrical connections; ensure all equipment is properly secured before and after every move.
• Conduct pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections (DVIR) in compliance with DOT and Chesapeake Spice Company policies; promptly report and document any defects or damage.
• Communicate trailer status and yard updates to warehouse supervisors, and inbound/outbound drivers as needed during the shift.
• Adhere to all facility safety protocols, traffic patterns, and posted speed limits within the yard at all times.
• Assist with light warehouse or dock duties during downtime as directed by supervisors.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required
• 2+ years in a distribution or warehouse environment, preferred
• Prior yard jockey or hostler experience in a warehouse or distribution setting, preferred
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
• Clean MVR with no major violations in the past 3 years
• Ability to pass DOT pre-employment physical and drug/alcohol screening
• Minimum 1 year of CDL driving experience (yard or road)
• Ability to operate manual and automatic transmission vehicles
• Forklift certification or experience operating material handling equipment, preferred
• Strong awareness of safe backing and spotting techniques
• Strong oral comprehension and expression skills
• Dependability with a sense of urgency
• Walking, standing, or sitting for extended periods of time
• Push, pull, lift, & carry heavy product such as equipment, bags and drums weighing up to 100lbs
• Able to extend arms with hands over the head or at shoulder height
• Kneel, stoop, or bend downwards and forward
• Ascend or descend ladders and platforms
• Able to hear, understand and distinguish speech and/or other sounds such as machinery alarms
• Near and far visual acuity required
• Work in an environment that is noisy, dusty and may contain spices with high heat intensity
• Withstand working in cold and hot temperatures for long periods of time
• Must be able to read and write English
• Able to work occasional weekends as needed