Yard Jockey jobs in Oxnard, CA

Position Title : Yard Crew / Yard Attendant Job Classification : Department : Production Reports to (title) : Facility Manager

Position Summary : (Describe the overall purpose and objective of the job). Employee is responsible for the safe operation of all equipment used within the scope of employment and adherence to all safety policies.

The primary objective is to have zero missed shipments and cargo claims. In addition to yard duties, this individual will drive machinery as needed.

Essential Accountabilities : (List major essentials responsibilities).

• Load and unload construction equipment to / from trailers or railcars for the purpose of receiving or shipment from the yard.
• Safe operation of lift truck or other material handling equipment for this purpose.
• Safe operation of various pieces of construction equipment to accomplish duties listed above including driving, backing up, tilting or raising or lowering attachments or other machine movements to facilitate transport.
• Must work outside in all reasonable weather conditions.
• Reading and interpreting all paperwork associated with the shipping / receiving function including but not limited to;bills of lading, shipping orders, manifests, tally sheets or export documentation.
• Must have a current driver's license to drive units for storage or distribution.
• Verification of serial number, piece count and condition of all shipments in or out or the League City facility.
• Operate hand tools regularly used in loading or yard activity such as banding machines, air wrenches and hammers, or other commonly used hand tools.
• The ability to perform mechanical duties as required.

Skills / Abilities : Requirements necessary to fulfill the responsibilities of the position

• High school diploma preferred but not required
• Completing a full workday walking and / or standing
• Perform work from a wide range of positions including standing, sitting, bending, reaching, kneeling, reclining, from scaffolding or ladders
• Sufficient hand and arm strength to un-package, install, or remove machine parts. May include the use of a 20-pound sledgehammer or other hand or power tools.
• Pushing and pulling heavy material handling equipment such as floor cranes or jacks and engaging in activities such as rolling tires or moving oak blocking.
• Sufficient hand dexterity and strength to fasten, insert, and remove bolts and pins of various sizes and weights from a few ounces to 20 pounds and to operate and withstand the impact and vibration of electric and air-powered power tools.
• Must pass post offer drug screen and background check as a condition of employment.

Last updated : 2024-04-24