Job Description

Yard Hostler

Reporting to the Operations Supervisor, the Yard Hostler is responsible for ensuring that trailers are moved within our yard in a safe and efficient manner by utilizing a Terminal Tractor. Yard Hostler is also responsible for yard management, good housekeeping, and ensuring that yard rules/standards are being adhered to.

Areas That Play To Your Strengths

All the responsibilities we'll trust you with:

• Week 1: Friday Sunday 5am 5pm Week 2: Thursday Sunday 5am 5pm
• Key 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
• Performing trailer inventory checks and yard audits
• Ensure quality by maintaining records, logs and forms, including any forms required by the company and any other regulatory entity (i.e., Pre trip inspection sheets)
• Perform other duties as assigned, including but not limited to, operating 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 bottlenecks and continuously look for effective and efficient methods
• Build strong and trusting relationships with team members and business partners

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