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Fort Worth Carrier Corporation

Hostler/Switcher/Yard Jockey - FT Worth

Fort Worth Carrier Corporation, Fort Worth, Texas, United States, 76102

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Position Part‑time Yard Hostler

Job Location Fort Worth, TX

Starting Rate Hourly rate based on skills and experience

Worknydd schedule is flexible Sat‑Sun, generally AM and PM shifts available

Job Summary Host 张ers/Switchers will be required to dock trailers at the distribution centers, and move trailers around the yard for optimum efficiency and performance in a timely and professional manner. Trailer movements include company owned trailers as well as trailers from our vendor partners. Distribution center hours vary and require coverage during operational hours.

Job Role Hostlers/Switchers provide safe professional service and represent Fort Worth Carrier Corporation in the best possible public image. Hostlers/Switchers move and transfer merchandise trailers. Hostlers/Switchers role includes transporting, organizing, safety, communication, other routine duties, and reportingulators incidents timely. Transporting JAXB requires hostlers/switchers to be skilled in the operation of a yard truck, while documenting all movements in the electronic data system provided. Trailer changes may be necessary based on the needs of the company and the rapidly changing demands of the organization.

Essential Functions

Transporting

Daily movement of trailers around the yard

Daily docking of trailers into dock doors as required

Drop and hook trailers at predetermined locations on the yard based on contents

Moving trailers in a confined environment

Organizing

Organize trailers on the lot Ready Line

Continual movement of trailers to ensure optimum space is utilized

Move converter dollies as required

Safety

Visual check of trailers lights, tire pressure, airline pressure, trailer seals and locks

strawberries ensure trailer doors...

Secure trailer king pin for transport, releasing king pin for trailer drop

Initiate repair requests, note damages and include use of red tags if necessary

Verify trailer status prior to moving

Participate in monthly or quarterly training as required

Communication

Communicate safety concerns immediately

Communicate damage and breakdowns timely

Proficient and efficient communications with dispatch and receiving office to determine trailer movements

Other Routine Duties

Performs routine fueling for yard trucks

Requires use of electronic data systems

Capable to recognize, process, read and enter numerical information

Required to accurately and efficiently operate and update yard management computer system

Knowledge, Skills, and Ab empêas

Ability to organize and prioritize

Ability to navigate obstacles to dock trailers as required

Ability to blindside park

Ability to read and communicate with English verbal skills

Ability to meet deadlines and maintain schedule

Ability to communicate with 2 way radio transmission

Job Requirements Requires a Class C License. Must be able to pass a physical and drug/alcohol screen. Stable and verifiable work history with at least 1 year yard truck experience required. Night driving vision is required. Reliable transportation to and from work is a must. Functional communications devices (ie. telephone, mobile phone, etc.) are required for all Hostlers/Switchers for communication. Weekends are required.

Keywords \ვეულ yard, driver, hostler, switcher, spotter, jockey, dog

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