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General Trading Co. Inc. Yard Jockey / Switcher Driver in Carlstadt, New Jersey
General Trading has an immediate job opening for an experienced Yard Driver/Switcher to work 1st shift. The Yard Driver/Switcher must back in and pull out trailers and straight trucks in order to load and unload at dock doors. The Yard Driver/Switcher must fuel refrigerated trailers following safe practices and OSHA regulations. The Yard Driver/Switcher must have a CDL Class A license, be familiar with US DOT, and Vehicle Maintenance and Inspections. The Yard Jockey/Switcher must be able to operate company issued equipment including, yard tractor, refrigerated equipment, diesel fuel pump and Liftgates when applicable.
Location: Carlstadt, NJ (Meadowlands area)
Functions:
Pre-trip and back in and pull out semi-trailers in our yards
Fuel equipment when applicable
Reset Reefer alarm codes
Operate company issued handheld barcode scanner entering moves and fuel entries
Perform Pre and Post trip inspections on yard tractors and trailers
Wash out trailers when necessary
Follow safe practices and report defects and issues
Requirements:
Valid NJ or NY CDL class A drivers license, a valid medical card and pass a US DOT regulated drug screen.
3-6 months driving experience in a combination tractor trailer.
Must follow all OSHA and US DOT regulations as it applies to vehicle maintenance
Must pass a road test.
Benefits:
Full Medical and Dental
401(k) with Company Match
Paid Sick, Personal and Vacation days
Overtime