Yard Jockey Operator — CDL & Forklift Expert

UFP Industries, Inc; Butner (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries, Inc. is seeking a Jockey Truck Driver to organize trailers on-site using the Yard Jockey truck. The role may involve forklift use for loading and unloading to support production.

You will perform daily vehicle inspections, ensure loads are properly secured, maintain shipping documents, and follow all safety rules. CDL license and forklift eligibility are required, with training provided.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Minimum 12th-grade education completed.
• A minimum of 6 months of experience driving a commercial vehicle or yard jockey truck is required.
• Working knowledge of vehicle parts and minor repairs to keep equipment in good condition.
• Successful completion of forklift driver licensing process within 4 months of hire.
• CDL license is a requirement for this position.
• Ability to pass a driving test/skills evaluation in a yard jockey truck.

Responsibilities

• Safely drives in the facility staging shipping loads in various weather conditions.
• Completes daily equipment inspection sheets.
• Loads and unloads trucks as needed to assist with production.
• Inspects equipment to ensure safe operating conditions.
• Secures load and/or inspects load to ensure it has been properly secured.
• Performs duties consistent with all applicable Company rules.
• Conducts preventive maintenance to the truck and ensures it is clean.
• Maintains appropriate shipping documents as required.
• Maintains radio contact with base or supervisor to receive instructions on trailers/loads to be moved.
• Verifies shipping documents for accuracy.
• Completes paperwork as required.
• May operate a forklift to load/unload trailers as required.
• Follows forklift rules and policies as described by Company policy.
• Completes training as required by management.
• Participates in safety programs and meetings.
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Able to pass driving test

CDL license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

UFP Industries, Inc. is seeking a Jockey Truck Driver to organize trailers on-site using the Yard Jockey truck. The role may involve forklift use for loading and unloading to support production.

You will perform daily vehicle inspections, ensure loads are properly secured, maintain shipping documents, and follow all safety rules. CDL license and forklift eligibility are required, with training provided.