UNFI
CDL A Licensed Yard Jockey
Job Summary
Job Details
Equipment
Tractor Trailer, Yard Truck
Handling Type
Touch Freight (Forklift, Tarping, Pallet Jacking, Yard Spotting)
Transmission Type
Automatic
Job Requirements
CDL Class
CDL A
CDL Experience
0+ (includes CDL students)
Full Description
Yard Driver - CDL A Licensed
Richburg, SC
$19.75/hr
Second or Third shift
POSITION PURPOSE:
Responsible for moving tractors and trailers on the premises, starting refrigeration units, preparing trucks for
deliveries. Covers for drivers and makes local deliveries when necessary.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES:
• Sets tractor trailer combinations for loading product scheduled for delivery.
• Starts refrigeration units; checks units periodically.
• Pulls loaded trailers away from dock and secures trailer doors.
• Coordinates loading schedules with warehouse supervisors.
• Ensures trucks have received pre-trip inspection prior to driver departure.
• Notifies drivers of potential late load situations.
• Ensures returning trucks are refueled, if necessary.
• Makes local deliveries, as necessary and covers various routes in emergency (book-off) situations.
• Assists warehouse personnel with unloading/cleaning trailers.
• Operates powered industrial equipment such as electric pallet jacks and forklifts, as necessary.
• Shuttles trucks to and from truck rental facilities if necessary.
• Performs other duties as necessary and required
QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION:
Valid medical card as prescribed by the Federal Motor Carrier
Administration and a valid state specific
Commercial Drivers License, Class A.
Transportation and Warehouse experience a plus
