Yard Hostler

Job InfoJob Location: Elkton, FLRoute Type: LocalEquipment: Straight TruckTransmission Type: AutomaticJob RequirementsCDL Class: CDL AExperience: 1+ yearHandling: Tarping, Yard SpottingVeteran and Military ReadyAdditional InformationWhy Work for KeHE? Full-time Pay Range: $13.46/Yr. - $22.84/Yr. Shift Days: , Shift Time: Benefits after 30 days Health/Rx Dental Vision Flexible and health spending accounts (FSA/HSA) Supplemental life insurance 401(k) Paid time off Paid sick time Short term & long term disability coverage (STD/LTD) Employee stock ownership (ESOP) Holiday pay for company designated holidays Overview The Commercial Vehicle Spotter is responsible for the safe operation of commercial vehicles, spotting trailers in the yard, loading and unloading of the trailers, and performing yard checks. This work will primarily be outdoors. In the spotter will be exposed to the elements. Primary Responsibilities The Yard Driver is responsible for the safe operation of commercial vehicles, spotting trailers in the yard, the unloading of trailers, and performing yard checks. This work will be primarily outdoors and will be exposed to the elements. This position is Monday - Friday 1p.m. - 1 a.m. Essential Functions Operate Tractor-Trailer and/or straight truck in a safe and efficient manner. Perform preventative maintenance when hooking up to trailers Call in tire repairs prior to drivers arriving for their assigned routes Contact local LPM trailer refer vendor when an alarm code or refer failures arise Make local deliveries as a Driver when the need arises Operate a Yard Truck in a safe and efficient manner. Other duties and special projects as requested. Maintain safe work practices. Maintain safeguards of confidential company information. May need to rescue driver on the road that run out of hours Off-site shuttling Other duties as assigned by Transportation Team Minimum Requirements, Qualifications, Additional Skills, Aptitude High School Diploma or equivalent required. 1 years prior experience of driving experience Certified Driver's License (CDL) Class A. Qualifications / Additional Skills / Aptitude: Must be highly motivated self-starter and be able to work independently. Must be detail oriented. Need to be able to adapt to changing conditions. Have ability to listen to and follow directions. Must be able to follow established procedures. Must have a good attendance and tardy record. Must be able to communicate in English both written and orally. Must have a valid CDL license and good driving record. Must have the ability to work in all types of outside weather conditions Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Must be able to carry, lift and/or move up to 75 pounds on a frequent basis. While performing the duties of this position, the associate is subject to cooler and freezer temperatures. The associate is required to frequently sit, stand, walk, and climb. While performing the duties of this position, the associate is subject to a warehouse environment where temperatures can vary from very cool to very warm. The associate is exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise levels in the work environment are typically low to moderate. Requisition ID 2025-26197 Equal Employer Opportunity Statement KeHE Distributors provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or faith, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training as well as the administration of all Human Resources and Talent Acquisition processes.About the CompanyKeHE Distributors is one of the nation's top pure play wholesale food distributors with 16 distribution centers across North America. We help natural & organic, specialty and fresh brands and products get onto retail shelves and online. And partner with grocery stores, supermarkets, natural retailers, online eCommerce dropshippers to access a curated assortment of innovative products via a one-truck delivery.

Created: 2025-04-02