Yard Jockey - Rendering

Pilgrim's; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Pilgrim's in Sumter, SC is seeking a reliable warehouse yard associate to pull and drop trailers, inspect yard trailers, and prepare equipment for loading. You will operate a pallet jack, handle loading/unloading, and ensure PPE is used while following safety guidelines.

You may work in extreme weather, weekends, and under supervision from a lead or supervisor; dependability and ability to work independently are essential.

Qualifications

• Truck driving, pulling, loading, and unloading trailers.
• Basic math and reading skills.
• Pallet jack operator.
• Must have valid driver's license.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Uses PPE and follows safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Pulling and dropping trailers on the yard and to the dock for loading and inspection.
• Keep fuel in trailer and clean before loading.
• Responsible for maintaining storage lot.
• Work in extreme weather; weekends or overtime as needed.
• Work with little supervision and follow lead/supervisor directions.

Skills

Truck driving

Loading trailers

Pallet jack

Driver's license

Safety compliance

Job description

Duties & Responsibilities

• Pulling and dropping trailers on the yard and to the dock for loading and inspection of yard trailers
• Keep fuel in trailer and clean before loading
• Responsible for maintaining storage lot
• Work in extreme weather, available to work weekends or when needed
• Work with little supervision and all other duties given from lead or supervisor.

Qualifications: (Required/Desired)

Skills & knowledge needed for the effective performance of essential job functions:

• Truck driving, pulling, loading, and unloading trailers.
• Basic, math and reading skills.
• Pallet jack operator.
• Must have valid diver’s license
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Use required PPE and follow all safety guidelines of the company

Physical requirements:

• Stand duration of shift – all scheduled hours
• Use of both hands and able to grasp
• Good eye sight (with or without corrective lens)
• Able to reach and bend forward
• Some physical strength is needed
• Able to perform task that requires repetitive motion

Environmental conditions:

• Varying temperatures, occasionally wet, dirty and dusty environment

EOE, including disability/vets