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Yard Associate
Sunbelt Rentals, Inc. —Columbus, OH
Experience with common construction and industrial tools preferred. Some experience and/or training in repair of mechanical equipment preferred.
$17.75 - $23.72 an hour
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SHOP HELPER / TRAILER WASHER
Transport Refrigeration Services —Washington Court House, OH
3+ years of experience as a Yard jockey (yard spotter, hostler) operating a yard dog/truck or Class A CDL semi driver pulling & backing trailers required.
$23 - $25 an hour
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Description:

Full Benefits!

Duties and Responsibilities

Responsible for moving full trailers of empty bottles from the warehouse to the appropriate door for unloading by forklift operator
Operate a single axle spotting tractor and take direction from the warehouse team leader for assignment activity
As directed by dispatcher and or team leader, hook to full trailers of bottles, transport a short distance to the appropriate dock door and back in the door
Monitor all docks for trailers that have been unloaded and pull empty trailers from the doors and replace with full loads
Work with forklift operator to load outbound dunnage
Primarily work is performed in a hostler truck/outdoors
Employee will be exposed to hot, cold, wet, diesel fumes, noise, allergens, moving equipment, etc. typically found at busy shipping location
Driver may be required to complete tasks inside the warehouse depending on requirements of the customer where there is exposure to noise, heat, cold, moving equipment, etc.
Punctuality and regular attendance is mandatory
Other duties and assignments as requested by management

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to safely and efficiently spot, drop and hook trailers using a spotting tractor
Ability to effectively communicate using direct-connect devices
Able to follow instructions from dispatchers and team leaders
Must possess demonstrated history of excellent attendance
Possess the confidence and ability to multi-task in pressure situations
Demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills, active listening skills, and ability to maintain focus amid distractions
Problem solving skills and willingness and ability to take decisive action to overcome anticipated and unanticipated obstacles

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications

HS diploma or equivalent work experience
Must be willing to work any shift and non-standard work weeks as assigned
Minimum of two years of verifiable Class-A CDL experience
Minimum one year spotting experience
Verifiable participation in a DOT approved random drug and alcohol testing program
Proficiency on computer, using MS Office (Excel, Work, and Outlook) required
Effective professional written and verbal communication skills
Active driver’s license in good standing

Physical Job Description

Typical Working Conditions: Primarily work is performed in a hostler truck/outdoors. Employee will be exposed to hot, cold, wet, diesel fumes, noise, allergens, moving equipment, etc. typically found at busy shipping location. Driver may be required to complete tasks inside the warehouse depending on requirements of the customer where there is exposure to noise, heat, cold, moving equipment, etc.
Equipment Used: Will work with the following: driver will be required to operate a hostler truck/yard goat. Employee will be required to open trailer doors, slide tandems, secure air lines, lower and raise landing gear, etc. Driver may be required to operate dock doors and dock plates depending on customer requirements.
Essential Physical Tasks: Lifting and carrying boxes of equipment/product (not to exceed 50 lbs.), climbing into/out of the yard goat multiple times per day, climbing into/out of a trailer, climbing a ladder, walking/standing/sitting/climbing for long periods of time.