Opportunity Description
**Job Summary:**
+ Safely handle and maneuver tractor/trailers and other large equipment to facilitate the loading and unloading operations in the yard
+ Properly cube, load and unload freight using a forklift, pallet jack, hand truck or by hand
+ Strap, brace and secure freight to prevent damage or shifting
+ Responsible for accurately recording the condition of freight as it arrives at the service center
+ Perform pre-shift and post-shift inspections of the yard and dock equipment
+ Accurately set up, break down and hook trailers safely
+ Ensure all pup trailers have tilt bar to be lowered prior to loading of freight
+ Raise and lower landing gear
+ Monitor yard for unsafe drivers and non-employees; report to management
+ Work in outdoor weather conditions
+ Promptly report all maintenance problems to Fleet Services and/or supervision
+ Work the dock a minimum of five hours per week in addition to work in the yard as a jockey/hostler
+ Sca...
+ Safely handle and maneuver tractor/trailers and other large equipment to facilitate the loading and unloading operations in the yard
+ Properly cube, load and unload freight using a forklift, pallet jack, hand truck or by hand
+ Strap, brace and secure freight to prevent damage or shifting
+ Responsible for accurately recording the condition of freight as it arrives at the service center
+ Perform pre-shift and post-shift inspections of the yard and dock equipment
+ Accurately set up, break down and hook trailers safely
+ Ensure all pup trailers have tilt bar to be lowered prior to loading of freight
+ Raise and lower landing gear
+ Monitor yard for unsafe drivers and non-employees; report to management
+ Work in outdoor weather conditions
+ Promptly report all maintenance problems to Fleet Services and/or supervision
+ Work the dock a minimum of five hours per week in addition to work in the yard as a jockey/hostler
+ Sca...
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