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Driver - Yard Jockey - Yard Truck

AT 48forty Solutions
48forty Solutions

Driver - Yard Jockey - Yard Truck

Hammond, LA

Hourly Pay:19.00/hr.Shift(s):2nd Shift: Monday - Thursday 4:30pm - 3:00amLocation:
1500 Industrial Park Rd, Hammond, LA 70401

Summary

The Yard Truck Operator position is responsible for moving loaded and unloaded trailers around the Reverse Logistic Center, as needed. The operator is responsible for making decisions regarding the movement of trailers to maximize the efficiency of the operation.

Responsibilities

  • Operate an automatic Ottawa Yard Truck with the ability to maneuver 53' long trailers into tight spaces without causing damage
  • Perform daily equipment checks such as checking fluid levels, cleaning air filters, examining equipment for damage or leaks in addition to ensuring loads are secure.
  • Checking loads to ensure they are secure
  • Must be able to utilize yard management system
  • When applicable, must operate a forklift to move pallets or materials on pallets or in crates around the storage facility
  • When applicable, must stack pallets or materials in the correct manner, following inventory control instructions
  • When applicable, must examine products to verify conformance to quality standards
  • Responsible for maintaining Relogistics performance expectations
  • Must maintain a clean & safe environment working environment that meets Relogistics standards
Requirements

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  • 2 Years of Yardy Jockey - Yard Truck Experience
  • Drivers license
  • Good math, language and reading skills with attention to detail along with basic computer skills
  • High degree of attention required to prevent injury to others; promote a safe work environment
  • Prior experience driving a yard truck or semi is a plus, not required
  • Understanding that overtime may be required and is considered mandatory
Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Ability to work in extreme conditions to include, but not limited to, elements, heat, cold, and air particulate
  • Repetitively adjust body position to bend, stoop, walk, turn, pivot, and stand for entire shifts of varying lengths
  • The employee is frequently required to sit, talk hear, walk and use hands to handle, feel and reach.
  • The noise level in the work environment is dependent on location.
  • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required (eye protection, ear protection is mandatory at several locations, safety shoes)
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include, close vision, distance vision and color vision.
  • Must have a good sense of balance & good eye-hand-foot coordination
  • The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 70 pounds.
  • Ability to work overtime and flexible schedule/shifts
Benefits
  • Competitive Pay
  • Holiday Pay
  • Referral Bonuses
  • Long-Term Career Advancement
  • Great Team Environment
  • PTO
  • Full-time employees eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life, AD&D and Short-Term & Long-Term Disability insurance on the 1st of the month following 60 days of employment
Hourly pay is dependent on experience and other variables, but this is our starting target range.

Hourly

$19-$19 USD

Client-provided location(s): Hammond, LA, USA
Job ID: 48FortySolutions-4495212005
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Leadership Training Program
    • Promote From Within
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)