Truck Jockey

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Job Summary:

Responsible for backing trucks to the dock at the appropriate doors while ensuring that the truck is functioning properly to perform the route, and performing other duties as assigned by Supervisor or Manager.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide technical, customer relations, and personnel management for major programs and projects

Make applicable truck moves by backing trucks up to the dock at the correct door

Ensure truck temperatures are set appropriately and operating properly to perform the route.

Other duties as assigned by management

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Degrees/Certificates Minimum Required:

High School or GED or equivalent

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), Class A preferred

 Important Notice for CDL Holders: If you hold a valid Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), you will be designated as a CDL driver for Sysco, regardless of the specific position for which you are applying. As a result, this classification may affect your job responsibilities and will subject you to compliance requirements under Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations — including participation in the DOT Drug and Alcohol Random Testing Program. Candidates must have: • Be 21 years or older • No drug or alcohol violations within the past 3 years • No open violations listed in the FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse

Experience

Minimum Required:

One year experience preferred

Ability to drop and hook trailers

Skills

Minimum Required:

Able to perform duties properly in a fast-paced environment

Managing Work

Adaptability

Building Trust

Follow-up

Communication

DECISION-MAKING AUTHORITY

Most important decisions made fully independently:

Backing the truck up to the correct door.

Whether a truck is operating well enough to perform the route.

OTHER INFORMATION.

Ability to lift product up to 50 lbs., infrequent lifting to 80 lbs.

Must be able to climb on and off the box of the truck

Frequent bending, squatting, pushing, and pulling

Must be able to work in confined spaces

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