Yard Hostler - Sunday through Thursday; FT - Ellenwood

Job Purpose

The Yard Hostler is responsible for safely handling and maneuvering tractor‑trailers on the yard and within an area.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
• Responsible for the movement and spotting of trailers to facilitate the needs of the warehouse in sorting and processing material for shipment.
• Communicate with the Inbound and Outbound Leads on trailer‑move prioritization.
• Document and perform trailer moves on both the Inbound and Outbound operations.
• Perform yard checks throughout the day for Inbound and Outbound.
• Operate yard truck in a safe manner.
• Drive and operate a vehicle under 15 mph in and around the facility.
• Function and interact daily with facility personnel and comply with facility safety requirements.
• Ensure seals are on applicable trailers.
• Track trailer inspections.
• Assist customers’ carriers with instruction and direction while on the yard.
• Maintain the cleanliness of grounds.
• Verify and/or report damages.
• Perform different tasks such as working floor freight and mixed freight while keeping an accurate count of goods and paying attention to detail.
• Other duties as required and assigned.

Education

High School Diploma or GED.

Working Conditions

• Ability to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear for extended periods.
• Occasionally required to sit and climb or balance; must regularly lift and/or move up to 50‑75 pounds.
• Occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and extreme heat or cold, including outdoor weather conditions year‑round.
• Must be able to climb in and out of vehicles and occasionally work at height.
• Continually loud noise.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.

Shift

6:00 am – 3:00 pm or until; Sunday through Thursday.

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year related experience and/or training.
• Safe truck and trailer operating skills are required.
• Experience with backing 53‑foot trailers.
• A current Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is preferred; however, verifiable experience will be considered.
• Ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently.