What are the responsibilities and job description for the Jockey Driver position at E. Armata Inc.?
Responsibilities:
- Checks with supervisor promptly at the start of the shift for day assigned schedule.
- Reviews and tracks truck temperature and fuel logs
- Performs safety inspections of the yard horse and trailer according to DOT regulations
- Maintains communication with supervisor on truck rotations via radio
- Conducts inspections of all trucks once parked by the bay to ensure they are chocked securely
- Moves trailers safely and accurately as requested by the manager
- Checks trailer temperature periodically while on shift
- Communicates with supervisors on temperature and fuel discrepancies
- Reports any issues on the yard such as traffic obstacles or hazards, accidents, etc.
- Ensures all reefers are in "ON" mode when backed into a loading bay
- Performs general housekeeping duties in the work area as needed
- Attaches empty trailers to "Yard Tractor" and transports them to the appropriate loading dock door.
- Secures all equipment and completes all necessary paperwork at the end of the shift
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Education and/or Work Experience Requirements: *
- CDL Class A License
- Valid DOT Medical Card
- A minimum of 2 years experience working as a Yard Jockey or Switcher
- Experience using a yard horse (preferred, but not required)
- Three (3) years DMV/MVR record with two or fewer moving violations/accidents
- Must know how to operate a 10-speed tractor and stick shift/double clutch Mack truck
- Must have the availability to work overtime hours, weekends, and holidays
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Benefits: *
Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Vacation, Sick, and Holidays
Salary: $24.15 per hour
Time and one-half after 8 hours of work daily.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $24.15 per hour
Yard Jockey
Black Rock Truck Group Inc -
Yonkers, NY