General Laborer
ufpi
Yard Dog Operator
ufpi· Prowood, LLC
About this role
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
The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the salary disclosed for the Yard Dog Operator position at ufpi?
The salary for this Yard Dog Operator role at ufpi is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Where is the Yard Dog Operator position at ufpi located?
This Yard Dog Operator role at ufpi is based in Athens, AL. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Yard Dog Operator role at ufpi full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Yard Dog Operator role in the Prowood, LLC department at ufpi.
Which team or department does the Yard Dog Operator at ufpi belong to?
This Yard Dog Operator position is part of the Prowood, LLC department at ufpi. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Yard Dog Operator job at ufpi posted?
This Yard Dog Operator position at ufpi was posted on Sep 11, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Yard Dog Operator
ufpi
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