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Aerotek · 1 day ago

Yard Jockey/Forklift Driver

Aerotek is a company that connects light industrial and skilled trades workers with employers. They are seeking a Yard Jockey to reposition containers and operate forklifts in a warehouse setting, ensuring smooth operations and safety compliance.

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Responsibilities

Reposition loaded and unloaded containers between the docks and yard to ensure no traffic backup
Ensure all trailers placed in the dock are correctly locked
Provide yard checks as needed for trailer inventory
Perform pre- and post-shift equipment safety inspections
Inspect containers as needed
Operate a forklift as needed
Load and unload containers and carry boxes up to 50 lbs
Perform warehouse maintenance and cleaning; support in overall facilities maintenance during low work periods
Follow company safety and compliance instructions
Perform other related duties as necessary or assigned

Qualification

Forklift experienceContainer jockeyingWarehouse proceduresValid Driver’s LicenseMultitaskingOrganizational skillsAttention to detailTeamwork

Required

Ability to accurately sort, count, and verify items received
Basic understanding of warehouse procedures
Good organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to multitask and prioritize
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Teamwork oriented
Prior experience jockeying containers, a minimum of 53 feet
Valid Driver's License
Previous warehouse experience

Preferred

Forklift experience, certification preferred
High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Company

Aerotek is a leading staffing agency that matches qualified candidates with top companies worldwide. It is a sub-organization of Allegis Group.

H1B Sponsorship

Aerotek 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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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2023 (2)
2021 (26)
2020 (32)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Stacey Jenkins
Chief Financial Officer
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Craig Sivers
Regional Vice President - Midwest
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