Yard Jockey/Warehouse Associate

Duraplas/Maxi-Lift is currently seeking a reliable and experienced Yard Jockey/Warehouse Associate to join our team! The Yard Jockey will be responsible for moving materials from our corporate warehouse and ensures that they are properly positioned for loading and unloading. The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail and be able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities:
-Move trailers from our corporate warehouse to the new facility across the street using a yard truck.

-Ensure that trailers are properly positioned for loading and unloading.

-Properly pre-trip and inspect each trailer to meet DOT compliance standards and report any issues to management.

-Maintain accurate records of all movements within the yard, including incoming and outgoing shipments, stock levels, and location of assets within the yard.

-Handle loading and unloading of pallets using appropriate equipment, such as a forklift.

-Maintain a clean and organized yard.

-Clearly communicate all trailer moves and trailer numbers with the warehouse team and management.

-Perform any other task or assignment as deemed necessary by the company.

Working Conditions & Hours: The Yard Jockey will primarily work outdoors in all weather conditions. The job requires working weekends for 2nd shift hours from 5:00pm - 3:00am.

Qualifications:
- Valid Class A CDL with a clean driving record.
- Minimum 1-2 years experience operating yard vehicles such as tractor-trailers and yard dog.

-Must have experience working in a warehouse setting operating forklift machinery.

-Bilingual in Spanish is preferred, but not required.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
- Excellent time management skills and ability to meet deadlines.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

-Ability to lift/carry/push/pull 50lbs or more of product during each shift.
-Good communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer:We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Trucking driver type:

• Company driver

Trucking home time:

• Home daily

Trucking route:

• Local

Experience:

• Warehouse: 2 years (Required)
• Forklift: 2 years (Required)
• Yard jockey: 1 year (Required)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Class A CDL (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Addison, TX 75001: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person