POSITION SUMMARY:

The DC Yard Jockey transports trailers to the correct location both in DC yard as well as the off-site locations; safely and accurately.  The yard jockey position will transfer trailers from one truck to another and may be responsible for directing drivers entering and exiting the yard.  Most importantly, keep in line with the company’s core values of respect, teamwork, quality, and ingenuity.  DC Yard Jockey will be cross trained in other departments as needed and may be asked to carry out special projects.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Repetitively lifting up to 50 lbs.

• Transports trailers, full or empty, to or from locations in the yard or off-site extension of DC storage.

• Applies seals to trailers signifying outbound trailer, staged trailers, and empty trailers.

• Maintains a clean and orderly trailer yard.

• Conducts regular inspections of incoming and outgoing equipment; cleaning, maintaining, and reporting damage of equipment daily.

• Trained and willing to work in the DC for hired on/assigned department when not moving equipment.

• Performs safety checks.

• Assists in daily cleanup duties.  Performs manual or physical job duties, based upon DC needs.

• ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum age 18

• Minimum Degree Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent

• A valid state driver’s license is required with a clean driving record for a minimum of 3 years.

• Communicate effectively through reading and writing comprehension.

• Work well with numbers.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY:

• Ability to communicate in a courteous and professional manner with dispatchers, coworkers, and supervisors.

• Commitment to safety rules and procedures

• Availability to work a flexible schedule with mandatory overtime, when scheduled.  

• Adhere to all company policies, including safety rules.

• Ability to pay close attention to detail and must work well with numbers.

• Good verbal and written communication skills

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• No travel is required for this role.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to meet the physical demands of the job, i.e. repetitive walking, standing, kneeling, bending, stretching, and climbing up and down step ladder for duration of shift and overtime when scheduled.

• Must be able to repetitively lift, push, pull and carry 50 lbs. for duration of shift and overtime when scheduled.

• Good hand-eye coordination.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Required to work indoor in a non-climate-controlled environment.

INDEPENDENT JUDGEMENT:

• Performs tasks and duties under direct supervision, using well-defined policies and procedures. Work is reviewed by supervisor. Limited opportunity exists for exercising independent judgment and decision making.

INDEPENDENT JUDGEMENT:

• Performs duties within scope of general company policies, procedures, and objectives. Analyzes problems and performs needs assessments. Uses judgment in adapting broad guidelines to achieve desired result. Regular exercise of independent judgment within accepted practices. Makes recommendations that affect policies, procedures, and practices.

Full Time Benefits Summary:
Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions!

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Voluntary benefits
• 401k Retirement Savings
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick time
• Bass Pro Cares Fund
• And more!

Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer.  Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Reasonable Accommodations

Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit your nearest location or contact us at [email protected].