Job Description
Yard Hostler - 3 Openings | 1st, 2nd & 3rd Shift About us: We are the growing leader in the furniture delivery industry. With multiple locations throughout the country, our goal is simple: To provide our clients and customers a 5 Star Delivery Experience.
We are proud of our experienced, dedicated, and professional staff and as our rapid company growth continues we require that we constantly add motivated, enthusiastic individuals committed to providing the same exceptional customer service that is the hallmark of our success.
Our mission is to ensure memories are delivered one piece of furniture at a time, on time, every time. We are looking for individuals experienced in logistics and transportation to add to our team who will contribute to achieving our mission.
Job Summary: The Yard Hostler will be responsible for operating yard trucks and trailers to move and position equipment in the yard. They will work closely with the operations team to ensure that equipment is properly positioned and ready for loading and unloading.
Key Responsibilities: - Operate yard trucks and trailers to move equipment within the yard.
- Ensure that equipment is properly positioned for loading and unloading
- Conduct pre-trip inspections to ensure that equipment is in good working condition
- Keep the yard clean and organized
- Assist with loading and unloading equipment when needed
- Communicate with the operations team to ensure that equipment is ready when needed
- Follow all safety procedures and guidelines
- Discerning suitable vehicle and container placements
- Maneuvering vehicles and containers between areas of our facility
- Assisting other Yard Hostlers by directing their vehicular movements, if needed
- Transporting materials to the weighing platform
- Cleaning and refueling designated vehicles
- Sanitizing containers before and after every shipment
- Inspecting vehicles to discern potential maintenance needs
- Tending to or reporting on maintenance requirements
- Stowing equipment away after their use
- Maintaining orderliness, communication, and safety in the yard
Yard Hostler will receive a competitive hourly rate and are eligible for an attractive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, and 401(K) after completion of an eligibility period. Flexible schedules are offered at our location and will be discussed during the hiring process. Shifts may vary depending on warehouse package volume and business needs.
Individuals who are interested in starting their journey with Metropolitan Warehouse and Delivery must be at least 18 years of age and have high school diploma or equivalent and will be required to pass an interview with our Warehouse Manager before moving forward with the employment application process, should be able to lift up to 50 lbs. or more.
Job Type: Full-time
Metropolitan Warehouse is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Full time, Flexible hours, Shift work, Night shift, Day shift, Afternoon shift