Yard hostler job description
Updated March 14, 2024
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Example yard hostler requirements on a job description
Yard hostler requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in yard hostler job postings.
Sample yard hostler requirements
- A valid CDL license.
- A valid safety certification.
- The ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Familiarity with yard truck operations.
- A minimum of two years of experience.
Sample required yard hostler soft skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills.
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks.
Yard hostler job description example 1
J W Logistics Inc yard hostler job description
- High school diploma or equivalency plus 1 year of experience
- Ability to regularly lift and/or move more than 60 pounds (lbs.) repetitively
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong communication skills – written, verbal, persuasion, motivation, facilitation of strong working relationships
- Knowledge of other MS Office Suite and/or software applications related to job functions
- Excellent interpersonal, customer service, analytical/problem solving, problem management, presentation development, presentation, and communications skills
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and is regularly exposed to fumes
- Knowledge using hand-held scanners, Truck/Trailer loading, operating lift machines, driving, and parking tractor-trailer
- Knowledge of basic mathematical concepts (addition, subtraction, division, multiplication, percentages, etc.)
- Knowledge of applicable driving rules and regulations
- Knowledge of Department of Transportation rules and regulations
- Knowledge of the delivery area and alternate routes
Physical Demands
- Physical demands with activity or condition for a considerable amount of time include sitting and typing/keyboarding using a computer (e.g., keyboard, mouse, and monitor) or mobile device
- Physical demands with activity or condition may occasionally include walking, bending, reaching, standing, and stooping
- May require occasional lifting/lowering, pushing, carrying, or pulling up to 60lbs
Job Type: Full-time
Company DescriptionJ.W. Logistics, LLC is a national provider of final-mile and middle-mile delivery solutions for premier e-commerce businesses to develop solutions to expedite transit times, increase efficiency, while reducing costs. Growing to over 70 markets nationwide, J.W. Logistics has been named to the Inc. 5000’s list of fastest-growing privately held companies for 5 years since the company’s start in 2011.We know the basis of our success is not only HOW we operate, but WHY we do it. Strategically partnering with businesses allows us to create a greater overall experience not only for our customers, but the consumers. At J.W. Logistics, we know we are only as good as our last delivery and take pride in maintaining a standard of excellence throughout the entire delivery process.
J.W. Logistics is a company comprised of highly motivated individuals that have the vision to continue our business forward and seek out the most qualified individuals who are eager to embrace the rapid growth rate, customer-obsessed culture, and commitment to excellence.
At J.W. Logistics, we celebrate success, encourage creativity, and prosper together.
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Yard hostler job description example 2
Neovia Logistics yard hostler job description
3485 Wineville Rd
Jurupa Valley CA 91752
JOB SUMMARYOperate industrial trucks or tractors equipped to move materials and/or trailers around a warehouse, storage yard, factory, construction site, or similar location.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES- Move levers or controls that operate lifting devices, to move or transport loaded/unloaded trailers.
- Inspect load for safety and safely move it around the warehouse or facility to ensure timely and complete delivery.
- Position lifting devices under trailer for transport to designated areas.
- Manually or mechanically load or unload materials from pallets, skids, platforms, cars, lifting devices, or other transport vehicles.
- Move controls to drive gasoline- or electric-powered trucks, cars, or tractors and transport materials between loading, processing, and storage areas.
- Perform routine maintenance on vehicles or auxiliary equipment, such as cleaning, lubricating, recharging batteries, fueling, or replacing liquefied-gas tank.
- Weigh materials or products and record weight or other production data on tags or labels.
- Signal workers to operate safely around trailers and vehicles.
- Hook tow trucks to trailer hitches and fasten attachments, using hitch pins.
- Other duties as assigned
- High School Diploma
- 1 - 3 years relevant experience
- CDL class A or B
- Air Brake endorsement
- Completion of Commercial Driving School
- OSHA training as required
- Company specific training as required
- Warehouse experience a plus
- Requires frequent walking, carrying, reaching, standing, and stooping.
- Requires lifting/lowering, pushing, or pulling of various items of varying weight.
- Ability to work in a fast paced environment.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Interpersonal skills necessary to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, other business areas.
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3485 Wineville Rd
Jurupa Valley CA 91752
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Yard hostler job description example 3
OnTrac yard hostler job description
Job DescriptionOnTrac is hiring Hostlers!
OnTrac hostlers are responsible for safely positioning and maneuvering trailers to and from the dock. Experience driving a yard goat and moving trailers into and out of parking spaces, as well as, backing into dock doors preferred.
Shift:
Monday - Friday 2:00PM to 10:30 PM (Hours subject to change based on business needs)
How you’ll be rewarded:
What you will do as our next Hostler:
What you will need to be successful:
Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will work in warehouse environment. The employee is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The noise level is usually moderate.
This is a safety sensitive position.
OnTrac hostlers are responsible for safely positioning and maneuvering trailers to and from the dock. Experience driving a yard goat and moving trailers into and out of parking spaces, as well as, backing into dock doors preferred.
Shift:
Monday - Friday 2:00PM to 10:30 PM (Hours subject to change based on business needs)
How you’ll be rewarded:
- Paid weekly!
- Paid sick time and opportunity to contribute to a 401K.
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (employer contribution included), Health Advocacy Services, Employer paid Basic Life & AD&D
- Employee Assistance Program for all employees
- A fun and energetic work environment
- Career Path, many of our employees are promoted into leadership or other operational roles!
What you will do as our next Hostler:
- Maintain and contribute to a safe work environment by adhering to policies and procedures as outlined in the Company Safety Program.
- Properly pre-trip and inspect each trailer to meet DOT compliance standards
- Correctly position trailers on the dock using a yard switcher tractor
- Switching trailers as needed during the daily sort
- Hook up sets of trailers for line hauls leaving the facility
- Clearly communicate all trailer moves and trailer numbers with ops management
- Perform any other task or assignment as deemed necessary by the organization, including the daily sort
What you will need to be successful:
- The ability to read and understand English and apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manual.
- Ability to work at a consistent rate performing highly physical work.
- Ability to work and make yard moves with the big picture in mind (yard awareness)
- High school Diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred; or one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of both. Minimum one year driving experience.
- Clean driving record required.
- Candidates must successfully complete all pre-employment screenings and background check.
- Candidates must be at least 18 years old, possess valid identification, and be able to pass a TSA screening.
- This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, duties and working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job; however, management may revise job and tasks based on business needs including emergencies, staffing needs and workload.
Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will work in warehouse environment. The employee is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The noise level is usually moderate.
This is a safety sensitive position.
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Updated March 14, 2024