Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY: This position is responsible for moving different commodities, utilizing heavy equipment, and performing a variety of physical & labor-intensive tasks for the CFS-Non-Grains Operations and other areas as needed. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have one (1) year experience driving a mule jockey and/or tractor trailer.
• A valid drivers license with clean driving record.
• Must be able to efficiently maneuver the selected heavy equipment during the practice exam.
• Must be able to handle safely and efficiently heavy containerized, palletized, or loose cargoes in a high volume, fast paced environment
• Must possess previous experience performing a variety of physical & labor-intensive tasks
• Must be able to obtain HAZMAT certification within 30 days of start date
• Must be able to obtain Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC) within 90 days of start date
• Must have the ability to read, write, and speak Basic English
• Must be able to accurately process alpha/numeric information
• Must have the ability to function effectively in a fast paced, team oriented work environment
• Must have the ability to work independently with limited supervision and strong initiative
• Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees
• Must have the ability to think logically, follow procedures, instructions and make sound decisions
• Must be able to work (flexible hours) extended hours including nights, overtime, weekends and holidays

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Primary

• Perform all functions in accordance with operation and safety guidelines
• Operate yard truck to properly transport containers and general cargo within a specific timeframe from one location to another with the proper and safe care to avoid any damages or accidents.
• Perform pre-shift mechanical inspection of assigned heavy equipment and immediately report any deficiencies to the Foreman, and input information into the company issued tablet to notify the Mechanic Shop.
• Couple and uncouple trailers by changing trailer jack positions, connecting, or disconnecting air and electrical lines.

• Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions, following signals from loading crew and checking that vehicle and loading equipment are properly positioned.
• Maintain constant communication with Foreman and co-workers to ensure that the correct load is moved at the right time and to the correct location.
• Inform Foreman immediately if detected any damages and/or spoiled cargo before loading or unloading.
• Maintain a clean work area, free of debris or safety hazards and awareness of surroundings (i.e. vehicles, people checking equipment, etc.) at all times.
• May maintain logs of loads and submit accurate daily shift activity report as requested by supervisor(s).

Secondary

• Perform Forklift Operator duties in other departments when needed/ required, reporting to the department Supervisor and Foreman, to move or transport different commodities within a specific time frame from one location to another with the proper and safe care to avoid any damages or accidents
• Perform physical labor functions, such as manually moving, loading and/or unloading cargo, depending on business volume and needs.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Subject to physical and/or DOT screening is required along with other tests as applicable
• The employee is continuously required to sit (while driving), grasp and exercise eye-hand coordination and eye-hand-foot coordination.
• The employee is frequently required to grasp, exercise repetitive wrist motion, and finger movement
• The employee is frequently required to talk and hear
• The employee is frequently required to climb, balance, bend forward, squat, kneel, crawl, twist, pinch and reach overhead
• The employee is frequently required to stand, walk and exercise repetitive foot motion
• The employee is occasionally required to lift, carry, push and pull up to 55 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:

• Report safety hazards
• Immediately report incidents involving injury, illness, or property damage
• Wear appropriate PPE as instructed by immediate supervisor and/or safety personnel
• Comply with all company safety policies, procedures, and rules
• Refuse any unsafe task or operation
• Participate in safety meetings and training
• Be constantly aware of their personal safety and that of their coworkers

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