Yard Jockey Job at Synagro Technologies Inc, West Palm Beach, FL

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  • Synagro Technologies Inc
  • West Palm Beach, FL

Job Description

Yard Jockey

Synagro partners with stakeholders to clean our water, protect our environment and serve our communities by generating worth from what others consider waste. We work to protect the health of our water, our Earth and those who depend on them now and in the future. Synagro takes pride in having zero layoffs during the pandemic and the business continues to thrive during difficult times.

What good is a job without great benefits to reward your hard work? Here are some highlights of what Synagro has to offer:

  • 15 days paid time off
  • 10 Holidays
  • Medical/Dental/Vision (within 30 days of hire)
  • Health Saving Account (HSA) with company match
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • 401(k) with company match (fully vested upon hire)
  • Career growth and promotional opportunities
  • Tuition Reimbursement

JOB SUMMARY Operated commercial yard trucks to move trailers, semi-trailers, and containers safely and efficiently to load docks within property boundaries. This includes positioning trailers for loading and unloading by other staff.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Conduct regular inspection of incoming and outgoing freight.
  • Maneuvering and backing trailers within crowded lots.
  • Move containers, trailers, and chassis between rail, loading, and staging areas using yard trucks or similar equipment.
  • Ensure containers are properly secured and positioned for loading or unloading.
  • Perform loading, unloading, and timely delivery of material to assigned/approved destination.
  • Keep accurate records of containers/trailers moved within the yard.
  • Following safety procedures and ensuring the proper placement of trailers.
  • Comply with all DOT, state, local and in-house regulations, procedures, and rules.
  • Always operate truck/equipment in a safe manner and perform pre-trip visual inspections; report or correct any safety or mechanical issues.
  • Perform preventative maintenance on truck/equipment.
  • Support yard and rail operations as directed by the supervisor.

STATUS AND SCOPE

  • Comfortable with the physical demands of the job, including lifting, climbing, and working outdoors in variable weather conditions.
  • Ability to work in a fast-past environment.
  • Experience with maneuvering and backing trailers is highly preferred.
  • Ability to safely backup truck/equipment.
  • Ability to understand and carry-out instructions.
  • Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees.
  • Ability to understand and follow instructions.
  • Basic math and reading skills.

COMPETENCIES

  • Organizing: Uses resources effectively and efficiently.
  • Peer Relationships: Team player and is cooperative.
  • Flexibility: Is very flexible and adaptable, can act differently depending upon the situation.
  • Time Management: Values time uses his/her time effectively and efficiently.
  • Ethics and Values: Adheres to an appropriate and effective set of core values and beliefs during both good and tough times.
  • Integrity and Trust: Admits mistakes and seen as a direct, and truthful individual.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
  • Valid Driver's License required. A Commercial Driver's License Class A/B preferred.
  • Dump trailer experience preferred.
  • Safe driving record: No serious tickets or accidents in the last 5 years or DWI/DUI in last 10 years.

AA/EOE/M/F/D/V

We thank all individuals for their interest in Synagro however only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Job Tags

Local area, Flexible hours

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