Yard Hostler

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We are searching for a highly communicative Yard Hostler to be responsive to the Plant Manager regarding the movement of trailers to facilitate the needs of the warehouse in sorting and processing material for shipment or storage. Yard Hostler is responsible for timely movements and thorough knowledge of on‑hand inventory and positioning, adherent to prevailing safety codes, with good eyesight, physical fitness, and effective communication.

Under pressure, they must have good driving skills, be responsible, and maintain a safe and efficient yard environment.

Locations Available: Pittsburg;
Pomona

• Responsible to maintain a neat and orderly storage lot oriented toward maximizing efficiency in servicing the plant needs.
• Operate Yard Truck in a safe manner during numerous roll‑on/roll‑off procedures daily involving loaded and empty trailers.
• Drive and operate vehicle under 15 mph in and around the plant and storage lot/dock area.
• Be cognizant of the reality that the operation is a low mileage severe duty function requiring, in particular, attention to preventive maintenance checks and services as well as scheduled vehicle maintenance.
• Must be aware that operations occur on asphalt, concrete, and gravel surfaces in a hostile environment often contaminated with material that can embed in tires.
• Responsible for accounting for records involving trailer numbers, gross weights, and net weights on the scale log sheet to include source and type of material.
• Must function and interact on a daily basis with plant personnel and comply with plant safety requirements.
• Communicate using cellular telephone or 2‑way radio with dispatch, operations, and plant personnel.
• Security of valuable commodities and the storage area itself is a major area of concern for the Yard Hostler, occasionally requiring guidance from supervisory personnel regarding disposition.
• Duties and tasks as assigned by Management.

• High school diploma.
• Completion of a Yard Hostling apprenticeship is preferred.
• Experience staging and backing trailers.
• Class A or B commercial driver's license.
• Ability to perform rudimentary vehicle maintenance.
• Top‑notch coordination techniques.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• A safety‑conscious and thorough disposition.
• Physically fit.

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Seniority level
:
Entry level

Employment type
:
Full‑time

Job function
:
Distribution and Supply Chain

Industries
:
Truck Transportation