Q111- Yard Jockey

RLS Logistics is a nationally recognized cold chain logistics provider that offers LTL and TL transportation, cold storage warehousing and e-commerce fulfillment services.  Founded in 1968, we’re a family-owned company growing rapidly & looking for energetic, hardworking individuals to join our team. 

“Here at RLS we are excited about the direction our company is headed and the main reason is because of our team members.  RLS does not make a product, we provide a service and the level at which we are able to provide those services are a direct reflection of the strength of our team.  Our customers are able to concentrate on what they do best and trust us to do what we do best.  The hard work, determination and initiative our team members bring to work every day is one of our greatest value propositions.” Russell Leo and Tony Leo 

• The job. What you will be doing as a Yard Jockey: 

• The Yard Jockey, Freight Consolidation is responsible for the movement and repositioning of trailers within the RLS yard. 

• What you need to land this awesome job: 

• Education: High School (GED) 

• Experience: N/A  

• License or Certification: CDL Class A 

• Travel requirements: Never 

• Minimum Physical requirements: Work outside in all four seasons / In & out of tractor constantly 

• Minimum Behavior requirements: You must Be Humble, Stay Hungry and Live Smart 

• A day in the life (but not limited to): 

• Operate equipment in accordance with company safety policies. 

• Safely and accurately reposition trailers within the yard and into appropriate doors. 

• Responsible for the checking and filling yard truck fluids 

• Responsible for preventive maintenance of yard truck 

• Attain predetermined performance metrics as outlined by the Warehouse Manager 

• All other duties as assigned by supervisor, but remember, we work as a team to get the job done. 

• What you can expect from us (but not limited to): 

• Overall work environment: A challenging, fast paced work environment where you can make a difference and grow personally and professionally. 

• Job specific work environment: Outside utilizing an Ottawa yard tractor 

• Shift: Wed 6am-5pm, Thurs 6am-4pm, Fri 6am-4pm, Sat 6am-4pm

• Pay Range: $24.23 - $26.92 DOE 

• Goodies: Healthcare, Dental, PTO, 401k with company match 

• Even more goodies: Team member recognition awards and education opportunities 

• Reports to and Direct Reports: 

• This position reports to the Warehouse Manager, Freight Consolidation and has 0 direct reports. 

EOE