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Americold Logistics, LLC. ยท 21 hours ago

Yard Jockey

Americold Logistics, LLC. is a global leader in temperature-controlled logistics, dedicated to connecting producers, processors, distributors, and retailers to ensure food safety and accessibility. The Yard Jockey will be responsible for driving and operating shuttle and semi-trucks to transport trailers on the premises while adhering to safety regulations and maintaining equipment in working order.

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Responsibilities

Drives and operates a shuttle truck and/or semi-truck to transport trailers to appropriate location(s) on the premises in observance of traffic and safety regulations
Chocks rear wheels of vehicle prior to any loading or unloading, and removes same chocks prior to driving away. Operates trailer and dock doors and removes and/or installs safety devices as needed or as necessary
Ensures truck(s) and trailer system(s) are secure and in working order, including seals, jacks, and doors, by performing service duties such as checking oil, water, fuel, and air levels in tires and truck seals. Reports any maintenance needs or equipment malfunctions to appropriate supervisor and maintenance personnel
Loads and unloads truck(s) and railcar(s) by using forklift, pallet jack, or dock loader, and moving product onto and/or off of pallet in correct position following instructions for equipment operation. Reports faulty equipment, damage to racks, and other safety hazards to appropriate supervisor
Obtains and maintains necessary paperwork and related records, inventories product(s) as needed or as necessary, and labels, sorts, wraps, and/or ties product using proper equipment and techniques
Maintains a work area free and clear of loose debris, wood, plastic and other obstacles which may impede operations, and sweeps work area as needed or as necessary
Performs other driving and/or warehouse-related duties as required or as requested

Qualification

Forklift certificationDriving skillsHigh School diplomaCustomer service skillsMathematical skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED) preferred
May require current and valid forklift certification
No more than one (1) moving violation citation such as reckless driving or speeding in excess of fifteen (15) miles above the posted speed limit within the previous twelve (12) months, and no more than three (3) within the previous three (3) years
No DUI citations
Demonstrated ability to sit for long periods of time in a vehicle
Demonstrated manual dexterity and coordination of two (2) or more limbs with normal movements while sitting, standing, or lying down
Demonstrated ability to talk, hear, and see sufficiently to complete assigned tasks
Demonstrated ability to relate to others beyond giving and receiving instructions sufficient to partner with colleagues without exhibiting behavioral extremes
Demonstrated judgment skills sufficient to identify which of several objects is closer or farther away and to accurately ascertain distance between self and other objects
Demonstrated ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong
Demonstrated ability to tolerate environments that may have temperatures at or below freezing for extended periods of time

Preferred

Successful passing of background screen, pre-employment drug test, and other required physical and medical examinations
Demonstrated ability to enter and exit truck as well as hook and unhook trailering equipment
Demonstrated written, verbal, and interpersonal and customer service communication skills sufficient to read and interpret shipping invoices and other warehouse documents and partner with customers and other co-workers
Demonstrated mathematical skills sufficient to add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers, fractions, and decimals sufficient to complete required papers and documents
Demonstrated possession and application of reasoning, negotiating, instructing, persuading, and speaking skills necessary to interact and respond to customers, co-workers, and management staff effectively
Demonstrated ability to identify and solve problems in a fast-paced environment where deadlines and scopes may change regularly while maintaining accuracy
Demonstrated ability to self-start with little or no direction preferred

Benefits

Medical/dental/vision insurance
STD/LTD coverage
401(k) with Company match
FSA
Life insurance
EAP
Paid time off

Company

Americold Logistics, LLC.

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Americold is a global leader in temperature-controlled logistics and real estate, with a more than 120-year legacy of innovation and reliability.

H1B Sponsorship

Americold Logistics, LLC. has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (36)
2024 (32)
2023 (33)
2022 (29)
2021 (7)
2020 (16)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
unknown
2022-08-26Acquired

Leadership Team

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Robert Chambers
Chief Executive Officer
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Jay Harron
Executive Vice President and Chief Investment Officer
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