Job description

Employee driver who will operate a yard truck hostler on property at a Contract Logistics facility and on public roads surrounding that facility.

Principal Responsibilities : (The following is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed.

It is not an exhaustive list of all expectations.) :

• Preventative maintenance of the yard truck
• Maintains radio or telephone contact
• Moves trailers in and out of the docks in a timely manner
• Must maintain the yard tractor and warehouse in an organized and clean manner to ensure safety and good manufacturing processes
• Interact with warehouse team members to maximize output and efficiency
• Inspect truck and trailer equipment to ensure road worthiness and notifies supervisor of current or anticipated repairs
• Use RF Computer System for Trailer Inventory Control
• Perform all other duties as assigned
• Meet all Federal and State standards of qualification for commercial drivers, including but not limited to those as determined and set out by the Department of Transportation and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
• Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and / or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and / or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• 25-75% time on the job is spent climbing; ascending or descending stairs, using feet and legs and / or hands and arms. Body ability is emphasized.
• Up to 25% on job is spent crouching; bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.
• 25-75% time on the job is spent reaching; extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
• More than 75% time on job is spent walking; moving about on foot to accomplish tasks.
• More than 75% time on job is spent pushing; Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force to thrust forward, downward, or outward.
• More than 75% time on job is spent pulling; using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, drag, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion.
• More than 75% time on job requires repetitive motions; substantial movements (motions) or the wrists, hands, shoulders and / or fingers.

Details / Specification / Explanation of the role specific skills : Must be at least 21 years of age. Possess a valid CDL Class A license.

Meet all Federal and State standards of qualification for commercial drivers, including but not limited to those as determined and set out by the Department of Transportation and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.

Good interpersonal skills required. High school diploma or equivalent required. Generally, prefer 3-6 years of experience.

Must be able to read, decode, and decipher freight coding; conform with DMV and DOL driving requirements to operate hand trucks and forklifts;

and perform tasks in inclement weather conditions.We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Last updated : 2024-02-23