CDL Yard Jockey - 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM

POSITION SUMMARY

Performs timely movements of inbound and outbound trailers.

Major Responsibilities

• Transport and delivery of trailers in accordance with the schedule.
• Perform distribution operator functions when time permits
• Performs required DOT inspections on tractor and trailers.
• Keep active logs of trailer movement, assist in yard and slot management.
• Properly secure loads and ensure loads are within weight limits
• Assist in other logistical processes per business necessity.
• Follows all policies and procedures, best practices, DOT and OSHA regulations.

Education and Relevant Work Experience 

• CDL Required
• High School diploma or GED
• Ability to perform simple addition, subtraction, multiplication and division

Environmental/Physical Requirements

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand on concrete floor with/without floor mats; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms (which may include above and/or below shoulders); bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to use left and/or right hand for simple grasping; fine work, pushing/pulling and low speed assembly.  The employee is occasionally required to walk, climb or balance.  The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally life and/or move up to 100 pounds with assistance.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• 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.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and extreme heat.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee is regularly exposed to heat/cold/rain while performing the following duties: including, but not limited to, preventive maintenance checks, hose hook-ups, diesel, dollys, step into tractor, door latches.

Work Authorization 

The Ames Companies will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States.

Equal Opportunity Employer  

The Ames Companies is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by contacting Human Resources at 1-909-210-9176 or by sending an email to recruiting@ames.com to make appropriate arrangements.