Yard Jockey jobs in Alaska
Yard Jockey operates gasoline or diesel powered tractor trailer combination bringing trailers to loading docks to be unloaded. Backs trailer to loading docks, performs safety checks to secure trailer, opens bay doors, and assists dock workers in loading/unloading trailer. Being a Yard Jockey maintains radio or telephone contact with dispatcher to receive delivery or pick up instructions or to receive notice of changes in scheduled delivery or pick up. Typically requires a high school diploma. Additionally, Yard Jockey requires Commercial Driver License (CDL) - Class A. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Yard Jockey works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Yard Jockey typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Recently Added Yard Jockey jobs
Yard Foreman Yard
- Builders FirstSource
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Anchorage, AK
FULL_TIME
- Ignite your career at Polar Supply Company. We are a part of Spenard Builders Supply and owned nationally by America’s largest supplier of building materials, value-added components and building services to the professional market. The #1 name in our industry. At SBS, you’ll be equipped with all the tools, training, and resources you need, and you’ll be empowered to try new things, gain new experiences, and build a career with unlimited horizons. Position Summary: Oversees and directs the activities of yard personnel in order to ensure good customer service and safe and efficient movement of goods and equipment on the premises. What You'll Do: Directs workers in loading, unloading and movement of materials on the premises utilizing material handling equipment and machinery; oversees receiving of yard materials and instructs yard workers in receiving and storage procedures. Inspects loading operations for outgoing delivery to ensure compliance with shipping specifications, load limits and safety regulations; prepares and reconciles bills of lading and packing slips. Provides on-the-job training to new yard employees including product knowledge of items stored in yard and warehouse and housekeeping and safety procedures. Performs same work as other yard employees. Ensures that outside areas kept neat and clean and scraps and yard debris are appropriately recycled or disposed; reports safety hazards and handles remedial action. Assists customers in loading and load building; provides delivery status information, inventory availability and answers related questions. Understands and observes all safety procedures and practices and ensures that employees observe all safety procedures and practices in order to prevent injuries or damage; schedules periodic safety meetings and solicits recommended changes to improve safety procedures. What You Can Bring to the Team: Working knowledge of yard and product activities on location including component or materials weights and methods of loading Ability to plan and coordinate work processes to maintain and increase manpower and equipment efficiency Advanced knowledge of operation and handling of all machinery and equipment used in the yard; maintains certification to operate such if required. Communication skills sufficient to speak before teams and work groups to explain work rules, product standards and productivity goals Ability to read and write work schedules and reports Knowledge of basic math, counting and estimating Minimum Requirements: High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) and four (4) years experience performing and coordinating yard or manufacturing activities; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Work Environment / Physical Activity: Work is performed primarily in an outdoor yard environment, subject to variations in temperature and weather, equipment noise and dust. Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds frequently and on occasion up to 80 pounds. May be required to perform specific tasks that involve climbing, lifting, pushing or kneeling. Builders FirstSource provides competitive benefits that include: Medical, Dental & Vision Plans; Critical Care, Accident, & Hospital insurance; Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts; 401(k) with match; Vacation & Sick Time; Paid Holidays; Life & Accident insurance, Short & Long Term Disability; Employee Discounts. Check us out on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Gkon4jFhKCc At SBS, we want you and your career to be greater than what you ever could have expected. Our supportive, people -first culture will build you up and empower you to do more, be more, and become better every day. Join us and see what’s possible when you can rise to new challenges, learn new skills, and add to your career tool belt every day.
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Yard Foreman Yard
- Builders FirstSource
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Kodiak, AK
FULL_TIME
- Position Summary: Oversees and directs the activities of yard personnel in order to ensure good customer service and safe and efficient movement of goods and equipment on the premises. What You'll Do:...
- 1 Month Ago
Yard Worker Yard
- Spenard Builders Supply
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Fairbanks, AK
FULL_TIME
- Spenard Builders Supply is Alaska's choice for building materials and home improvements. Statewide, we service the needs of a variety of customers including residential and commercial builders, specia...
- 15 Days Ago
Yard Worker Yard
- Builders FirstSource
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Fairbanks, AK
FULL_TIME
- Position Summary: Performs a variety of yard activities including operating a forklift to move product and material throughout the yard. Provides customer service to customers. What You'll Do: Assists...
- 18 Days Ago
Office Representative
- Alaska Pet & Yard Services, LLC
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Eagle River, AK
FULL_TIME
- We have two temporary Office Representative positions available. Position would be from now until May 31st.We are a very successful company in its 16th year of business! If you're looking for a tempor...
- 7 Days Ago
General Laborer
- Alaska Pet & Yard Services, LLC
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Anchorage, AK
FULL_TIME
- Alaska Pet and Yard Services has several General Laborer positions available and is actively interviewing!Must be okay with cleaning up after dogs. You read that right! This job consist of shoveling l...
- 21 Days Ago
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Yard Jockey
- US 1 Shorthaul
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Robert, LA
- Job Description Job Description Looking for job that gives YOU more? Work with us and get more than a job. We offer OVER...
- 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
Yard Jockey
- Black Rock Truck Group Inc
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Branford, CT
- Job Description Job Description Black Rock Truck Group - Branford serving Connecticut and Rhode Island is proud to be a ...
- 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
Yard Jockey
- SND Services.
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Baltimore, MD
- Job Description Job Description We are looking for a yard jockey to assist in moving and spotting equipment required to ...
- 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
Yard Jockey
- The Judge Group
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Tampa, FL
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- 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
Yard Jockey
- Preferred Tire Recycling
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Hillsdale, IN
- Job Description Job Description Drop and Hook dry van trailers throughout the lot. Full benefits. Company Description We...
- 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
Yard Jockey
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Barre, VT
- Are you a self-driven person looking to advance your career as a high-impact player on a team? If so, we have an excitin...
- 4/13/2024 12:00:00 AM
Yard Jockey
- Twin City Staffing
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Saint Paul, MN
- Job Description Job Description Join a local processing company in Saint Paul as a yard jockey for the 3rd shift. In thi...
- 4/13/2024 12:00:00 AM
Yard Jockey
- Twin City Staffing
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Saint Paul, MN
- Job Description Job Description Twin City Staffing is seeking an experienced and motivated yard jockey in Saint Paul. In...
- 4/13/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Alaska
Alaska is the northernmost and westernmost state in the United States and has the most easterly longitude in the United States because the Aleutian Islands extend into the Eastern Hemisphere. Alaska is the only non-contiguous U.S. state on continental North America; about 500 miles (800 km) of British Columbia (Canada) separates Alaska from Washington. It is technically part of the continental U.S., but is sometimes not included in colloquial use; Alaska is not part of the contiguous U.S., often called "the Lower 48". The capital city, Juneau, is situated on the mainland of the North American ...
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Income Estimation for Yard Jockey jobs
$50,015 to $59,924
Most Popular Cities in Alaska for Yard Jockey Jobs
What does a Yard Jockey do?
Yard Jockey in Erie, PA
Yard trucks with Dura-Ride have received exceptionally high marks from the maintenance officials of companies that chose it for their vehicles.
October 10, 2019
Yard Jockey in Kingsport, TN
Occasionally, the yard jockey may have to deliver a load locally, and pick up any backhauls locally too.
December 06, 2019
Yard Jockey in Monroe, LA
The yard truck has earned some hard nicknames from the operators who move freight.
December 15, 2019