Rail Yard Hostler (Harvey)

Universal Logistics Holdings•Harvey, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you looking to join a dynamic team that provides its people with the tools to be successfull and opportunities to grow? Universal Logistics is a leading provider of customized transportation and logistics solutions, offering a comprehensive suite of services including transportation, value-added, intermodal, and specialized services utilized throughout entire supply chains. Universal has immediate career opportunities in your area. Apply today to become part of the Universal team! Summary: Responsible for directing crane operators in moving cargo containers and prepares railcars for loading and unloading. Once trained to operate a hostler you will drive trailers and chassis with containers around the rail yard terminal as they are loaded and unloaded to/from the train.

Requirements

18 years of age or older
Valid driver’s license
Willing and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
Open availability to work: day, swing, night, weekends, and holidays
Must comply with established safety rules, policies, and procedures, including wearing required safety equipment
Documented successful completion of lawful post-offer, pre-employment checks including criminal background check and drug screening

Responsibilities

Prepares rail cars for the correct size of the trailer/containers to be loaded
Guides/directs the crane operator in unloading/loading cargo containers
Installs inter box connector locks (IBC) and climbs on the rail car to remove and install the IBC lock
Sets the Derailer
Spot chassis for inbound containers
Park inbound trailer/containers
Spot outbound trailer/containers for loading
Clear bare chassis away from the tracks