Yard Jockey - Belle Glade, FL

JOB SUMMARY

Operated commercial yard trucks to move trailers, semi-trailers, and containers safely and efficiently to load docks within property boundaries. This includes positioning trailers for loading and unloading by other staff.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct regular inspection of incoming and outgoing freight.
• Maneuvering and backing trailers within crowded lots.
• Move containers, trailers, and chassis between rail, loading, and staging areas using yard trucks or similar equipment.
• Ensure containers are properly secured and positioned for loading or unloading.
• Perform loading, unloading, and timely delivery of material to assigned/approved destination.
• Keep accurate records of containers/trailers moved within the yard.
• Following safety procedures and ensuring the proper placement of trailers.
• Comply with all DOT, state, local and in-house regulations, procedures, and rules.
• Always operate truck/equipment in a safe manner and perform pre-trip visual inspections; report or correct any safety or mechanical issues.
• Perform preventative maintenance on truck/equipment.
• Support yard and rail operations as directed by the supervisor.

STATUS AND SCOPE

• Comfortable with the physical demands of the job, including lifting, climbing, and working outdoors in variable weather conditions.
• Ability to work in a fast-past environment.
• Experience with maneuvering and backing trailers is highly preferred.
• Ability to safely backup truck/equipment.
• Ability to understand and carry-out instructions.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions.
• Basic math and reading skills.

COMPETENCIES

• Organizing: Uses resources effectively and efficiently.
• Peer Relationships: Team player and is cooperative.
• Flexibility: Is very flexible and adaptable, can act differently depending upon the situation.
• Time Management: Values time uses his/her time effectively and efficiently.
• Ethics and Values: Adheres to an appropriate and effective set of core values and beliefs during both good and tough times.
• Integrity and Trust: Admits mistakes and seen as a direct, and truthful individual.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• Valid Driver's License required. A Commercial Driver's License Class A/B preferred.
• Dump trailer experience preferred.
• Safe driving record: No serious tickets or accidents in the last 5 years or DWI/DUI in last 10 years.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all essential job functions, knowledge, skills, abilities, efforts, and physical or working conditions associated with a position.

AA/EOE/M/F/D/V

We thank all individuals for their interest in Synagro however only those selected for interviews will be contacted.