Job Summary

Organize tractor trailers within the required space and ensure truck and trailers are ready for unloading, loading and transport.

Physical Requirements

Stand or Sit(Stationary position), Walk(Move, Traverse), Use hand/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position), Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance (Ascend/Descend, Work atop, Traverse), Stoop, kneel, crouch, or Crawl(Position self(to), Move), Talk/hear(Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information), See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess), Pushing or Pulling, Reaching, Repetitive Motion
Function in the Job

Medium/Heavy work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Job Function

Able to drive and operate the yard truck in a variety of conditions and spaces- work within precise limits and standards of accuracy

Operates gasoline or diesel-powered yard jockey to bring trailers to the bays to be loaded/unloaded

Reposition tractor/trailers on the yard to go inside the warehouse

Responsible for hooking up the brake air line to the trailer

Move and spot trailers for shipping and receiving constantly throughout assigned shift

Maintaining radio contact with team to receive delivery or pick up instructions or to receive notice of changes in scheduled delivery or pick ups

Works and coordinates with multiple areas of warehouse, and coworkers to complete tasks

Multi-tasking is essential as multiple requests at once

Maintain compliance with all safety requirements, policies, and procedures

Performs safety checks to secure trailer and ensure equipment is maintained and operating properly

Walk the yard to identify and document vehicle defects

Communicate equipment damage immediately

Safety sensitive for his/her owns safety and/or of others safety

Attend scheduled safety, team meetings and training sessions

High level driving skill that requires high level of concentration

Enthusiastic team player with a motivating positive attitude- committed to a workplace of culture and respect

Dependable and consistent attendance/punctuality

Clock in and out utilizing timekeeping system, timeclocks and/or kiosk

Special projects as specified by management

Must be able to stand, sit and/or walk for long periods of time, climb stairs and lift to 50 lbs frequently and 100 lbs on occasion

Perform heavy pushing/pulling and climb up/down to enter/exit the yard truck

Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including but not limited to nights, weekends, holidays, overtime, as well as short notice (all dependent on business needs)

Must be able to work in outdoor weather (rain, sleet, heat, snow etc) and work in an environment with exposure to loud machinery when necessary

Please note, this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Required Skills

Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to converse, read and write

Operating a truck safely according to MVR standards

Preferred candidates will have heavy capacity fork truck experience, material handling experience, and experience working with steel.

Compensation Range

The anticipated compensation for this position is USD $22.00/Hr. - USD $24.00/Hr. depending on experience, qualifications, and location.
EEO Statement

Reliance, Inc. IS A DRUG-FREE WORK ENVIRONMENT EEO/DISABILITY/VETERAN

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