Yard Jockey

US 1 Shorthaul's Yard Jockey (Switcher) Position

Primary responsibilities include correctly moving trailers in and out of dock with yard goats, accurately performing yard audits at end of shift, proper pre- and post-trip inspections and submitting reports indicating truck conditions, responsible for drop and hook, adhering to guidelines of safety-sensitive functions pertaining to job responsibilities within yard, and other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.

Knowledge, skills, abilities include possessing a team-player attitude, ability to read, understand, and demonstrate safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals, ability to request and complete trailer moves in the Yard Management System (YMS), and attention to detail.

Experience, education, requirements include experience backing 48' to 53' trailers (including to dock doors and in tight spaces), minimum of 12 months of verifiable, over the road or trailer spotting experience in the last 3 years, minimum MVR requirements met, no preventable DOT accidents within the past 3 years, no application falsifications, application must include 10-year, verifiable employment history with no gaps in employment, this position must pass pre-hire background and drug test, no drug related charges, past failed drug screens, past refused drug screens, and no SAP programs, no felony convictions within the past 7 years, and Class A CDL (preferred).

Position type, pay, and expected hours of work include this is a full-time, non-exempt (hourly) position, paid weekly, hours worked over 40 hours in 1-week qualify for overtime (paid time and a half), and no OTR for this position.

US 1 Shorthaul offers short division logistics services throughout 48 states, leading with integrity, experience, and most of all - safety. By utilizing the latest supply chain management technology, we implement an efficiency-driven process that provides our customers with practical solutions tailored to meet their goals with precision.

US 1 Shorthaul offers the following perks and benefits: weekly pay, paid time off, health/dental/vision insurance, 401(k) plan, health savings account (HSA), healthcare flexible savings account (FSA), employer paid life insurance and AD&D insurance, short-term disability benefits, wellness screening/critical illness/accident benefits plus more!