HIL - Hostler
About The Position
The Hostler is responsible and accountable for the operation of motorized equipment to move tankers and/or trailers as directed. This role involves operating equipment to move tankers/trailers, performing daily maintenance checks, coupling/uncoupling tractor-trailer units, and shuttling units between staging and loading areas. The Hostler must anticipate trailer needs, perform inventories and temperature checks, and ensure all equipment is secured and paperwork is completed at the end of the shift. Maintaining a clean, safe work area, adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices, Standard Operating Procedures, safety and security policies, and food safety requirements are crucial. The position also requires reliable attendance and consistent work hours, with other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Ability to read, write, perform basic mathematical calculations, and accurately record data.
- Must be willing to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and varying shifts, as required.
- Excellent customer service and verbal and written communication skills are required.
- Must be organized and detail oriented.
- Must be able to work independently.
- Great communication skills
- Minimum age: 18
- Must be able to pass a drug screen and physical.
- Valid driver’s Class A CDL license is required.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual skills may be preferred based on business necessity.
- At least one year Hostler/Jockey experience
Responsibilities
- Operate motorized equipment to move tankers/trailers; fuel equipment as needed.
- Perform daily maintenance checks and report any malfunctions to the garage.
- Couple / uncouple tractor-trailer units; connect/disconnect brake lines safely.
- Shuttle tankers/trailers from staging areas to various loading areas (dock, door, platform).
- Anticipate trailer needs and move tankers/trailers according to business needs.
- Perform required trailer inventories and temperature checks and report any discrepancies.
- Secure all equipment and complete all necessary paperwork at the end of the shift.
- Maintain a clean, sanitary, and safe work area.
- Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices and Standard Operating Procedures.
- Follow all safety and security policies and procedures.
- Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.
- Follow all food safety and quality system requirements by committing to meet all pertinent, regulatory, customer and Safe Quality Foods (SQF) requirements.
- Maintain reliable attendance and consistent work hours.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
