Gold Star Foods is a leading nutritional food distributor for K-12 schools in the United States and we know that it’s our people who make the difference! We are seeking CDL A Yard Jockey to join our team in Richmond, Virginia. This integral position within the organization works closely with our shipping and transportation teams in a friendly, professional manner, to ensure trucks are working and properly loaded.

Schedule

Sundays - Thursdays (occasional Fridays)
Night Shift Start Times: 2pm weekdays until loading is complete, and 9am Sunday (schedule subject to change)
Average: 50-55 hours in a 5-day work week

Principle responsibilities:

Review nightly schedule and ensure initial trailer placement is correct.
Ensure initial temp settings on the refer units are correct.
Follow prescribed nightly equipment location diagram.
Perform periodic temp checks on trailers throughout the night.
Perform minor repair duties as needed.
Perform a fuel level check on equipment.
Shuttle required equipment to designated locations as per schedule and Supervisor needs.
Report any equipment malfunctions to Supervisor.
Operate an industrial truck to move materials and product
Take inventory of trailers in the yard
Move trailers to and from repair shops as needed
Other responsibilities as assigned
Coordinate with shipping team to ensure trucks are at dock to be loaded as needed
Consistent, on-time attendance is a key responsibility
Complies with all DOT rules and regulations

Required Skills:

Tractor trailer backing skills
Minor repair skills
Organizational and strategic thinking skills
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
Ability to work under pressure and exercise good judgement
Ability to follow safety regulations and check mechanics of the vehicle
Capacity to sit for extended periods of time
Capacity to lift up to 50 pounds throughout the day
Ability to work overtime

Qualifications:

Valid Class A Driver’s License with 1 year of commercial driving experience
Yard Jockey/hostler experience a plus
Must B at least 21 years of age
Current DOT Medical Certificate
Clean MVR
Able to pass pre-employment drug and background screenings

Competitive Pay and Benefits:

$26.50 per hour
up to 9 Paid Holidays
Competitive Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) with Company match
Time off (up to 12 weeks) available during summers and school holidays

Do you have a Class A CDL and a clean driving record?

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