What are the responsibilities and job description for the Yard Hostler position at C.R. England?
Overview
Position: Yard Coordinator
Location: Albany, OR
Compensation: $24.00/hr - $26.00/hr
Schedule/Shift: FT overnight shift 12hr shift
Now hiring a Yard Coordinator based out of our Albany, OR Dedicated office. This is a full-time opportunity. Transportation experience is preferred but not a prerequisite for this role.
About C.R. England, Inc.
Founded in 1920, C.R. England, Inc. is headquartered in Salt Lake City, UT and is one of North America’s premier transportation companies. C.R. England is an industry leader in Dedicated, Over-The-Road, cross-border Mexico, and Intermodal services.
C.R. England has also been regularly recognized for management excellence. This year, C.R. England was recognized by Newsweek as one of ‘America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women’, one of only three truckload carriers to receive this recognition, and ‘America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity’ one of only seven truckload carriers to be so recognized. Additionally, C.R. England was honored with a ‘2020 Glassdoor Top Places to Work’ award, the ‘Achievers 50 Most Engaged Workplaces™ Award’ and by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal as a ‘2021 US Best Managed Company’.
Committed to giving back the community, learn more about C.R. England Inc.’s goal of providing one million meals to children annually through partnerships with local food banks by visiting www.oneagainstchildhoodhunger.com.
Why join us:
Benefits: World class compensation and benefits packages, health, dental and vision insurance offered, along with a competitive 401K opportunity.
Stability: The transportation industry is crucial to the U.S. economy, making C.R. England a stable career choice.
Work life balance: At C.R. England we value family both in our individual homes and our company family; our culture embraces this philosophy and fosters an environment to support both.
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and safety-conscious Yard Hostler to join our logistics team. The successful candidate will be responsible for efficiently moving trailers within the yard, ensuring timely loading/unloading operations, and maintaining a safe working environment.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
• Drive yard goats (tractors) to move trailers between doors, dock areas, and storage locations
• Perform multiple trailers moves per hour, meeting Key Performance Indicators (KPIs): - Moves Per Hour (MPH): 5.35 - On-Time Moves (OTM): 78%
• Open and secure trailer doors
• Place chocks and pup stands during trailer docking
• Adhere to all safety protocols and regulations set by Target
• Maintain a high level of physical fitness to navigate a fast-paced work environment
• Collaborate with management to ensure efficient operations and complete tasks as assigned
Responsibilities may include:
• Monitoring trailer inventory and reporting discrepancies
• Performing pre-shift safety inspections on equipment
• Maintaining accurate records of trailer movements and inventory
Qualifications
Requirements:
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to operate yard goats and other material handling equipment
• Physical stamina to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to safety protocols and procedures
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work varying shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays
Working Conditions:
• Warehouse/Yard environment with varying temperatures and noise levels
• Frequently getting in and out of the goat (tractor) about 4 times on every trailer that is moved.
• Exposure to outdoor weather conditions
Salary : $24 - $26
