Yard Hostler (Weekend, Overnight)
Core
Operate terminal tractors and powered industrial trucks to move trailers in and out of dock doors and parking stalls while maintaining yard safety and inventory.
Role type
Yard Hostler
Builds
Trailer movement and yard logistics
Domain
Logistics / Warehousing
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Terminal tractor operation, Powered Industrial Truck (forklift) operation, pre-trip inspections, trailer inventory checks, regulatory compliance, basic computer systems/warehouse management, physical stamina (lifting 75 lbs, climbing)
Preferred skills
CPG or Food & Beverage industry experience, additional language skills
Technologies
Warehouse management (WM) systems, electronic tracking equipment
Responsibilities
Safely operate terminal tractors to move trailers, complete pre-trip inspections, maintain equipment energy sources, perform trailer inventory checks and yard audits, maintain records and logs, operate powered industrial trucks (forklifts, pallet jacks), adhere to safety standards and procedures
Seniority
Entry-level to Junior, hands-on IC