Driver Trainee (Dock)

Job description

Qualifications: - 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 - Scan the Kronos clock and indicate dock versus jockey time for tracking purposes - Regular attendance is required. - This is not an all-inclusive list of job requirements and/or duties and may not contain all mental and physical capabilities necessa...