Yard Mule Driver

ZXP Technologies; Highlands (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

ZXP Technologies is looking for a YardMule Driver in Highlands, Texas. The ideal candidate will operate a YardMule truck to transport cargo and perform mechanical inspections. Compliance with safety regulations and record keeping is essential in this role. Applicants should have previous experience with heavy equipment and be able to maintain accurate logs and reports.

The position may require flexible scheduling and the ability to safely handle hazardous materials.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating heavy equipment.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and logs.
• Familiarity with safety guidelines and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Operates YardMule truck to transport cargo.
• Performs mechanical inspections of the truck.
• Maintains truck logs and prepares daily reports.
• Transfers loaded and unloaded trailers.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Record keeping

Safety compliance

Basic math skills

Job description

• Operates aYardMuletruck to transport cargo to secure areas for transport.
• Performs pre-shift mechanical inspection of assigned company truck (YardMule), truck cargo, equipment and supplies, such as fire extinguisher, tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil, and water. And promptly reports any deficiencies or repair needs to the Logistics Manager or Maintenance department.
• Couples and uncouples trailers by changing trailer jack positions, connecting or disconnecting air and electrical lines.
• Maneuvers trucks into loading or unloading positions and verifies that the vehicle and loading equipment are positioned properly and secured safely.
• Maintains truck logs of loads according to state and federal regulations and prepares and submits completed daily shift activity reports.
• Completes and maintains daily paperwork and records such as manifests and records of deliveries for invoicing.
• Confirms hazardous materials are properly handled and placarded safely and efficiently, before hauling according to federal, state, and all other regulatory agencies guidelines and requirements and performs all required safety checks and communicates need for repairs or maintenance.
• Maintains a clean work area that is free of debris or safety hazards.
• Positions blocks and ties ropes around items to secure cargo for transit.
• Transfers loaded and unloaded liquid products trailers, which requires lifting and connecting hoses and fittings.
• Uses math for measurement, tracking, and reporting
• Engages in writing emails, reports, and other pertinent documents relative to performing thejob.
• Uses technology, software, and hardware to write communications and reports.
• Works flexible schedules due to product schedule and direction changes often with irregular meals, irregular work/rest cycles.

YardMuleDriverResponsibilities:

• Utilizes heavy equipment and performs a variety of physical and labor-intensive tasks to move cargo and trailers around plant property.
• Safely operates aYardMuleTruck and assists with the loading of freight.
• Transfers, loads, and unloads bulk liquid products.
• Prepares reports and maintains accurate records and logbooks in accordance with Federal and State regulations/standards and company policies.