UFP Industries

Yard Dog Driver

Rockledge, FL

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Seniority: Mid level
Country: US
Work mode: On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly: 29 Oct 2026

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Job Summary

The Jockey Truck Driver is responsible for the organization of trailers on-site using the Yard Jockey truck. The position may require the use of a forklift for a percentage of the time.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

Safely drives in the facility staging shipping loads in various weather conditions
Completes daily equipment inspection sheets
Loads and unloads trucks as needed to assist with production
Inspects equipment to ensure safe operating conditions
Secures load and/or inspects load to ensure it has been properly secured
Performs duties consistent with all applicable Company rules
Conducts preventive maintenance to the truck and ensures it is clean
Maintains appropriate shipping documents as required
Maintains radio contact with base or supervisor to receive instructions on trailers/loads to be moved
Verifies shipping documents for accuracy
Completes paperwork as required
May operate a forklift to load/unload trailers as required
Follows forklift rules and policies as described by Company policy
Completes training as required by management
Participates in safety programs and meetings
Performs other duties as required

Qualifications

Must be 18 years of age
Minimum 12th-grade basic education completed
A minimum of 6 months of experience driving a commercial vehicle or yard jockey truck is required
Working knowledge of vehicle parts, and how to handle minor repairs to ensure equipment is in proper operating conditions
Successful completion of forklift driver licensing process within 4 months of hire
CDL license is not a requirement for this position
Ability to pass a driving test/skills evaluation in a yard jockey truck