Jockey Driver

Company:  Lineage Logistics
Location: Avenel
Closing Date: 09/11/2024
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 6am -2:30pmThe Yard Jockey operates a tractor to safely switch empty and full trailers between the shipping dock and yard trailer parking area.KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESConduct pre- and post-shift safety inspections on equipmentStart, adjust, and stop trailer refrigeration as neededHook and unhook trailersPerform frequent bending to replace wheel chocksOpen and lift trailer doors as requiredAdjust trailer tandems as needed for secure maneuveringEnter and exit the yard tractor safely multiple times each shiftManeuver trailers safely with strong backing skillsApply security seals, pin locks, and glad hand locks to trailersCommunicate movements clearly with shipping and receiving departmentsComplete regular yard checks and maintain accurate recordsKeep switching equipment well-maintained and cleanEnsure organization and orderliness within the truck yardADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESCheck trailer inventory and report any irregularities on log formsPerform sanitation duties on trailers as assignedEnsures safe and quality food product handling, storage, and distribution at the facility.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES)High School Diploma or equivalentBasic reading, writing, and math skillsMinimum 12 months of recent CDL-A yard switching experienceProfessional communication skills, both verbal and writtenProfessional appearance and positive representation of the companyCompliance with Good Warehouse Practices (GWP) and all food safety protocolsUnderstanding and adherence to Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point System (HACCP) practicesAbility to follow and enforce food safety and quality requirementsWhy Lineage?This is an excellent position to begin your career path within Lineage! Success in this role enables greater responsibilities and promotions! A career at Lineage starts with learning about our business and how each team member plays a part each and every day to satisfy our customers’ requirements. Beyond that, you’ll help us grow and learn on our journey to be the very best employer in our industry. We’ll ask you for your opinion and ensure we do our part to keep you developing and engaged as we grow our business. Working at Lineage is energizing and enjoyable. We value respect and care about our team members.Lineage is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit workplace discrimination and unlawful harassment and retaliation. Lineage will not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability or any other protected status under federal, state and local law.BenefitsLineage provides safe, stable, reliable work environments, medical, dental, and basic life and disability insurance benefits, 401k retirement plan, paid time off, annual bonus eligibility, and a minimum of 7 holidays throughout the calendar year.More vacancies in the Netherlands ( sure which role is right for you? Let us do the work! Share your contact information and a resume or CV. A member of our recruiting team will reach out to you to explore roles we think could be a good match.At Lineage, we have a shared purpose: We are transforming the food supply chain to eliminate waste and help feed the world.Our shared purpose drives everything we do in all parts of our organization, from the warehouse floor to the corner office. The work we do is noble, and our team members are passionate about the impact they make every day.Working at Lineage is not just a job – it’s an opportunity to innovate and put your mark on how food moves from the farm to dinner tables around the world. As a member of the Lineage Logistics team, you are a critical link in the food supply chain.If you are having trouble applying, contact our Human Resources team here: Contact Us | Lineage Logistics ( Lineage Logistics, helping to feed the world is more than a job – it’s a purpose we live every day. Lineage is one of the world’s leading temperature-controlled logistics companies. Driven by our core values, we’re reimagining the global food supply chain.Lineage helps customers ranging from Fortune 500 companies to small family-owned businesses increase the efficiency and protect the integrity of their temperature-controlled supply chain. In recognition of the company’s leading innovations, Lineage was recognized as the No 1. Data Science company on Fast Company’s annual list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies in 2019, in addition to ranking 23rd overall in an evaluation of thousands of companies worldwide.As part of the Lineage family, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career as we continually expand, using technology and award-winning innovations, to meet the needs of customers around the world.

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