Hostler - SYGMA - US

Sysco•Sygma Virginia, VA

1d•$10 - $48

About The Position

The Hostler assists the Transportation and Warehouse teams by preparing equipment for loading, unloading, and dispatching according to company standards. The role moves tractors and trailers between locations and dock doors to support loading and receiving, checks that loads are secure and refrigeration units are operating correctly, and helps ensure food-safety and sanitation requirements are met. The position also includes inspecting and tracking transportation equipment, handling returned merchandise, maintaining load bars and hand trucks, arranging repairs, and securing trailer doors. When needed, the Hostler may travel to service terminals for refueling or repairs, pick up local backhauls, or make deliveries to customers or vendors. The role requires safe equipment operation, communication with management about issues, regular attendance, and overtime as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma, General Education Degree (GED), or equivalent degree.
Knowledge of safe lifting and delivery practices.
Ability to communicate with co-workers and solve problems.
Ability to read, write, and communicate in English as it relates to the job and safety regulations.
Ability to perform basic math functions, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Ability to plan and organize work independently of direct supervision.
Ability to train other associates in the use of lift gates, ramps, and other tractor-trailer equipment.
Ability to complete road tests for new-hire candidates.
Ability to be flexible, prioritize work, and solve problems.
Ability to meet the role's physical demands, including lifting or moving products up to 50 pounds by hand and pushing or pulling up to 350 pounds with a two-wheeled hand cart.

Nice To Haves

One year of tractor-trailer experience or equivalent work experience.
Class A Commercial Driver’s License; it may be required at some distribution centers.

Responsibilities

Move trucks and trailers between locations and dock doors according to assignments to support timely loading and receiving.
Ensure trucks and trailers are fully loaded and secured, and that refrigeration units operate correctly before equipment leaves the dock area.
Follow food-safety protocols, including maintaining proper vehicle temperatures and sanitary conditions in tractors, trailers, the warehouse, building exterior, and yard.
Sanitize trailers before reloading when necessary, including preparing them, disposing of trash, sweeping, and pressure washing.
Inspect incoming and outgoing equipment daily and inventory transportation equipment such as two-wheeled hand carts and load bars.
Handle returned merchandise according to standards, including proper disposal of damaged goods and recording items into or out of stock.
Account for and store load bars and bulkheads properly, place hand trucks on the appropriate trucks, and maintain or repair reasonable damage to load bars and hand trucks.
Notify management when repairs require outside sourcing and ensure trailer doors are secured before leaving or being relieved.
Make trips to truck service terminals for refueling and repairs when necessary, and maintain periodic maintenance and calibration of trip master units.
Pick up local backhauls and make deliveries to customers or vendors when necessary.
Follow preferred work methods and promptly advise a supervisor of unsafe conditions.
Safely operate assigned equipment, including hand carts, pallets, load bars, and personal protective equipment.
Communicate trailer, loading, equipment, and other work-shift concerns to the management team.
Work the assigned schedule, work overtime as needed, and maintain regular and predictable attendance.