Yard Hostler (Weekend, Day)

Responsibilities

• Ensure effective and safe use of all equipment and PPE (personal protective equipment) as needed
• Complete pre-trip inspections and maintain energy source for Terminal Tractor and other equipment as needed
• Maintain a safe and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures provided by the company or any regulatory entities
• Safely operate a Terminal Tractor to move trailers in and out of the dock doors and parking stalls
• Maintain trailers by inspecting to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order
• Perform trailer inventory checks and yard audits
• Maintain records, logs and forms, including any forms required by the company and any other regulatory entity (i.e., Pre trip inspection sheets)
• Operate Powered Industrial Truck (PIT). e.g., forklifts, electric pallet jacks, and/or other equipment within the facility
• Deliver results while putting the customer first (internal and external)
• Use of electronic equipment to ensure accurate tracking of inventory within the facility
• Work as a team within the facility to prevent yard bottle necks and continuously look for effective and efficient methods

Requirements

• Minimum of one year of Yard Hostler operation experience (preferred)
• Prior exposure to CPG and/or Food & Beverage industries (preferred)
• Able to demonstrate decision making and problem-solving skills
• Basic understanding of computer systems and/or warehouse management (WM) systems
• Fluent in English, additional language skills beneficial
• Ability to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, reach, and climb steps and/or ladders to perform necessary actions for the role
• Occasionally lift, move, and place up to 75 pounds
• Position has exposure to moving mechanical parts, varying temperature, and weather conditions
• Ability to be certified for and responsibly operate Terminal Tractor, Powered Industrial Truck (PIT). e.g., forklifts, electric pallet jacks, and/or other equipment within the facility
• Maintains safe and healthy work environment by following company standards and procedures
• At least 18 years old
• Ability to demonstrate verbal and written communication skills
• Has an active drivers license and clean driving record
• Travel 0-10%

Qualifications

• EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, & EDUCATION (IF APPLICABLE) REQUIRED

Skills

• Decision Making
• Problem Solving
• Computer Systems
• Verbal Communication
• Written Communication
• Physical Strength
• Physical Stamina
• Physical Dexterity
• Safe Work Environment
• Teamwork

Benefits

• Permanent

Pay

The compensation for this position includes base + bonus target: $21.00 per hour; $2 shift differential; 5% target quarterly bonus

Schedule

Shift Rotation - Weekend Days: Week 1: Friday – Sunday 5am – 5pm Week 2: Thursday – Sunday 5am – 5pm