Yard Jockey / Loader

Coastal Elite Pro; Sheboygan (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Coastal Elite Pro is seeking a Yard Jockey to move trailers within a distribution yard and support warehouse operations to meet gate times and customer satisfaction.

The role involves inspections, trailer checks, temperature verifications, and shuttling trailers for pallets and packs while handling loads of paper, electronics, and recyclables. Safety, equipment upkeep, and adherence to standards are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be able to obtain a CDL within 90 days of hire.
• Experience maneuvering trailers with a jockey wagon.
• Physical ability to lift up to 60 lbs, climb, and perform repetitive tasks.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, following instructions, and working in varying temperatures.
• Successful passing of DOT physical, drug testing, and background checks.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-shift and post-shift inspections.
• Conduct yard checks and trailer verification.
• Move empty and loaded trailers and verify temperatures.
• Shuttle trailers for pallet loads and re-packs.
• Load bales, recycled paper, electronics and pallets.
• Unload reclaim trailers and manage salvage.
• Check trailer temperatures, manage yard inventory, inspect vehicles, and maintain equipment.

Skills

Trailer maneuvering

Safety compliance

Reading & writing

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Jockey wagon operation

Job description

The Yard Jockey role involves safely and efficiently moving trailers within a distribution yard, supporting warehouse operations to meet gate times and ensure customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Performing pre-shift and post-shift inspections (2%),
• Conducting yard checks and trailer verification (5%),
• Moving empty and loaded trailers, verifying temperatures (55%),
• Shuttling trailers for pallet loads and re-packs (7%),
• Loading bales, recycled paper, electronics (10%),
• Loading pallets (15%),
• Unloading reclaim trailers and managing salvage (5%).

Responsibilities also include checking trailer temperatures, managing yard inventory, inspecting vehicles, and maintaining equipment. The role requires operating jockey wagons, adhering to safety and environmental standards, and supporting other departmental tasks as needed.

Qualifications Include

• Ability to obtain a CDL within 90 days,
• Experience maneuvering trailers with a jockey wagon,
• Physical capability to lift up to 60 lbs., climb, and perform repetitive tasks,
• Proficiency in reading, writing, following instructions, and working in various temperatures,
• Successful passing of DOT physical, drug testing, and background checks.

Preferred candidates have 1-2 years of relevant experience, a high school diploma or GED, and a motivation for excellent customer service.