Yard Mule

TALKE; Baytown (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

TALKE in Baytown, TX is seeking a Yard Mule Operator to assist in an active drop and hook yard and container loading operation. You will drive diesel powered tractor-trailer combinations to move products around the facility to designated areas and log container moves to maintain yard inventory.

You will monitor equipment, maintain fuel/oil levels, communicate with dispatch via two-way radio, and perform additional duties as assigned by management, all while prioritizing safety and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Operate Yard Mules, moving containers between trailer yard and loading docks and logging all container moves to maintain accurate yard inventory OR handling Automatic trailers from the production lines. Perform all functions in accordance with operation and safety guidelines
• Maintain communication with dispatch operations utilizing a two-way radio
• Maintain a clean work area, free of debris or safety hazards and awareness of surroundings (i.e. vehicles, people, equipment, etc.) always
• Install container chassis supports where required
• Monitor and report operational activities
• A periodic check of Truck as per the checklist provided.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Job description

Summary

Yard Mule Operator will assist operations in an active drop and hook yard and container loading operation; driving and monitoring container yard entries possibly using a handheld computer or tablet OR will handle pallets from production lines using Automatic Trailers. You will drive diesel powered tractor-trailer combinations to deliver/move products/materials around the facility to designated areas; maintain fuel/oil levels in the equipment as required. All tasks must be performed safely, efficiently and accurately.

Job Tasks

• Operate Yard Mules, moving containers between trailer yard and loading docks and logging all container moves to maintain accurate yard inventory OR handling Automatic trailers from the production lines. Perform all functions in accordance with operation and safety guidelines
• Maintain communication with dispatch operations utilizing a two-way radio
• Maintain a clean work area, free of debris or safety hazards and awareness of surroundings (i.e. vehicles, people, equipment, etc.) always
• Install container chassis supports where required
• Monitor and report operational activities
• A periodic check of Truck as per the checklist provided.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.