Position Summary:This position is responsible for assuring safe and efficient traffic flow within the yard.  The Yard Goat Driver will also provide proper dock set up by maintaining the transporting containers and trailers, as instructed by operations, in a professional manner.  Essential Duties/ Responsibilities:

• Maintains a daily movement log and PM inspections sheets for team
• Place yard goat under all equipment during loading to ensure safe loading
• Ensure that yard and related yard equipment is clean, orderly and in safe operating condition; inspects all empty equipment for cleanliness and for any damage; reporting any damages to supervisor
• Ensures that all loads are properly secured
• Maintains safety rules at all times
• Ensures all equipment doors are properly secured to the side of the equipment prior to movement
• Assist in monitoring FIFO (First in, First out) equipment in yard and report discrepancies to immediate supervisor
• Assist 3^rd party carriers reposition equipment as necessary
• Ability to lift material weighing 40 pounds, occasionally weighing up to 75 pounds
• Supports the DDSI company's commitment quality program, which includes customer specific Quality program(s) and training requirements
• Performs job related duties as specified by management

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred; not required
• Minimum one year driving experience
• Able to speak, read and write English
• Yard tractor operator certification and training
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to perform well with time-sensitive tasks; multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work nights, holidays and weekends is required. 
• Overtime may be required.

Education Level

:  High School Diploma/GED (±11 years)

Primary Location

:  United States-Georgia-Jesup, GA

Organization

:  Damco Distribution ServicesInc (MDS)