Yard Hostler

FFE Transportation Services • Lemont Township, IL

5h • Onsite

About The Position

Frozen Food Express is looking for a Yard Hostler in our Lemont, IL location, to handle transfer switches from yard to dock and back in our fast-paced environment. Our strategic vision at Frozen Food Express is to be the premier temperature-controlled LTL carrier in North America. Our mission is to be the safest, most predominant, temperature-controlled LTL carrier, offering best in class service to our customers.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Two years forklift operating experience
• Work any of the 7 days of the week and any shift
• Abide by and enforce the policies and procedures of FFE
• Timely and efficient completion of tasks and responsibilities
• Promote teamwork and cooperative effort

Nice To Haves

• Previous hostler experience in the transportation industry at companies like Amazon, FedEx, or United Parcel Service
• A desire to learn and succeed in a fast-paced environment working alongside top management in the industry

Responsibilities

• Responsible for moving trailers in yard, loading and unloading of freight
• Pick up tagged freight
• Pull freight for outbound loads
• Check condition of pallet before putting up
• Inspect forklift prior to each shift
• Check for improper stacking
• Maintain cleanliness of warehouse
• Inventory house report
• Regular and reliable attendance is required
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life insurance plans
• Vacation
• Sick time
• Competitive hourly rate with annual increases

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees