Description

As a member of the FlexCold team, the Yard Jockey, is responsible for the safe operating of gasoline or diesel-powered tractor trailer combination bringing trailers to loading docks to be unloaded. Backs trailer to loading docks, performs safety checks to secure trailer, opens bay doors, and assists dock workers in loading/unloading trailer. Maintains radio or telephone contact with dispatcher to receive delivery or pick up instructions or to receive notice of changes in scheduled delivery or pick up. You must follow all regulatory and company safety standards, policies and procedures when performing these tasks.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Proficiency in driving tractor/trailers.
Unload and load product on and off containers or pallets.
Operate manual or electric pallet jack equipment.
Document and report damages or any issues with equipment, products or materials to supervisor and follow instructions to correct the problem.
Maintain a good driving record.
Complete equipment inspection form.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Experience/Knowledge/Skills:

• HS diploma or GED equivalent.

• CDL license.

• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.

• Awareness of the safety and official procedures for handling goods and supplies.

• Ability to work a flexible schedule and shift, including weekends if needed.

• Ability to effectively manage time and meet set targets and deadlines.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to work independently or with a team.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the essential functions of this job, the associate is required to be able to constantly sit, stand, walk, see, talk, and hear. The associate is required to grasp or feel objects with the hand, reach above, below and at waist level, twist, squat, kneel and lift and/or move objects up to 50lbs. Ability to occasionally work in cold and below freezing temperatures. Fluency in English is a prerequisite for ensuring both the safe and effective performance of all job duties and the successful operation of all FlexCold, LLC’s business practices.

Storing temperature-sensitive food products such as seafood, poultry, fruits and vegetables, and consumer packaged goods in a modern, efficient, customer-centric cold storage warehouse is what wakes us up in the morning. We excel at understanding your business, protecting your inventory, and managing the details, from handling your imports/exports to shrink-wrapping pallets. Flexibility, communication, transparency is key to servicing your needs and business. We’re located just three miles from the Jacksonville Port Authority (JAXPORT), which offers worldwide cargo service from dozens of ocean carriers, including container service with Asia, the Caribbean, Central America, South America, and other key markets. Jacksonville’s intermodal connections and more than 100 trucking firms make it easy to ship your refrigerated and frozen freight to more than 98 million U.S. consumers within a day’s drive. We embrace an approach that is uniquely people-centric and decidedly different.

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