Yard Jockey Operator

Floor & Decor; Moreno Valley (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Floor & Decor in Moreno Valley, CA is seeking a yard jockey to coordinate daily inbound containers and outbound trailers using a yard jockey vehicle. This role emphasizes safe, efficient yard operations and close collaboration with inbound and outbound coordinators.

Candidates should have 1-2 years of relevant experience, strong communication, customer service, and valid driver's license. CDL preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of relevant experience required.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Must possess excellent customer service and organizational skills.
• Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines, and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid Driver’s License. CDL license preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Organize and prioritize trailer placement with inbound/outbound coordinators.
• Place equipment at doors, chock tires, and set trailer jacks.
• Inspect containers for damage or unsafe alterations and report findings.
• Pull equipment from door after clearance, close doors, ensure seal.
• Move equipment to staging area and place containers back-to-back for security.
• Instruct drivers on safety procedures per Logistics Manager.
• Improve processes to maximize safety, effectiveness, and efficiency.
• Observe, audit, comply with OSHA, FTZ, Fire and Preventive Safety requirements.
• Complete daily inspection of jockey truck and report maintenance issues.
• Maintain outdoor yard cleanliness by removing trash and debris.

Skills

Experience 1-2 yrs

Communication skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Driver’s license

Job description

Purpose

This position is responsible for the effective daily coordination and movement of inbound containers and outbound trailers by use of a yard jockey vehicle.

Pay Range

$21.00 - $29.64

Purpose

This position is responsible for the effective daily coordination and movement of inbound containers and outbound trailers by use of a yard jockey vehicle.

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

• 1-2 years of relevant experience required
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Must possess excellent customer service and organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines, and work in a fast-paced environment
• Valid Driver’s License. CDL license preferred but not required.

Essential Functions

• Organize and prioritize trailer placement in collaboration with the Outbound and Inbound Coordinators
• Successfully place equipment at corresponding doors, chock tires, and set trailer jacks
• Inspect containers for damage or unsafe alterations and report any findings to management
• Pull equipment from door once given all clear, close the doors, and ensure the seal is properly attached
• Move equipment to designated staging area and place containers back-to-back for increased security
• Instruct drivers on the importance of safety procedures as outlined by the Logistics Manager
• Work to improve processes and procedures to maximize safety, effectiveness, and efficiency
• Observe, audit, comply with all OSHA, CTPAT/FTZ, Fire and Preventive Safety requirements
• Complete daily inspection of jockey truck noting any maintenance issues to management
• Maintain the cleanliness of outdoor yard area by routinely removing trash and debris

Working Conditions (travel, hours, environment)

• This position is hourly, knowing it may include hours which exceed eight hours in a day or forty hours in a week
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to a warehouse environment and moving vehicles as well as outdoor weather conditions including: heat, cold, rain, and/or snow. The noise level in the work environment is typically moderate to noisy.

Physical/Sensory Requirements

Sedentary Work – Ability to exert 50 - 70 pounds of force occasionally, and/or negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.

Note:

Floor & Decor considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital or familial status, veteran status, or based on any other class protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Floor & Decor also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.

This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer at its sole discretion.

Benefits & Rewards

Bonus opportunities & career advancement opportunities at every level

Programs that help you reach your financial goals: 401k with company match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and Referral Bonus Program

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and other Insurance Plans (subject to eligibility criteria)

Work-life Balance, Including

• Paid vacation and sick time for eligible associates
• Paid holidays plus a personal holiday
• Paid Volunteer Time Off that starts on Day 1

Equal Employment Opportunity

Floor & Decor provides equal employment opportunities to all associates and applicants without regard to age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other category protected by law.

This policy applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, testing, screening, hiring, selection for training, upgrading, transfer, demotion, layoff, discipline, termination, compensation, benefits and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment. This policy and the law prohibit employment discrimination against any associate or applicant on the basis of any legally protected status outlined above.