Yard Attendant

Essential Functions

• Efficiently and accurately stage trailers/trucks for loading and transport while ensuring proper temperature control
• Maneuver and back trailers/trucks into loading docks, pre-trip fleet equipment including trailers, straight trucks, tractors, spotter trucks
• Follow all safety protocols including, performing safety checks to secure fleet
• Fuels trucks/trailer with diesel and DEF fluid as needed
• Jump starting trucks when required
• Check proper refrigeration set points on equipment
• Work with Transportation/Warehouse Management team to ensure proper equipment is used for routes
• Maintain regular and satisfactory full-time attendance
• Perform work outside of normal business hours as needed and required
• Perform special projects as assigned by the Transportation Manager – Sirna & Sons Produce

Competencies, Education, and Experience

• Proficiency in operating tractors, trailers and straight trucks safely and efficiently
• Ability to maneuver vehicles in tight spaces and follow traffic patterns within the yard
• Understanding of loading and unloading procedures, trailer hookups, and brake systems
• Proper understanding and operation of refrigeration equipment
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English to communicate verbally and in writing, bilingual a plus
• Able to work weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed
• Ability to follow directions, and willing to learn
• CDL Class A license is preferred but not required, but must at least have recent verifiable experience of similar duties
• At least 21 years of age
• At least 1 year of truck and trailer backing experience
• No more than 2 preventable accidents in the past 3 years
• No more than 2 moving violations in the past 3 years and proven safe PSP score
• Proper understanding and operation of refrigeration equipment

Schedule

• Sunday and Tuesday – Friday (Off on Mondays and Saturdays)
• Start Time: Between 3:00pm – 5:00pm
• Shift End Time: 3:00am – 6:00am (Varies)

Compensation

$20.00/hour

Physical Demands

• Stand or sit for long periods of time
• Kneel and stoop as needed while performing vehicle inspections

Benefits

• Health & Welfare Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Voluntary Life)
• Paid Time Off
• Holidays
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Weekly Pay
• Career Advancement Opportunities