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AAA Cooper Transportation (ND)

Yard Hostler | Yard Jockey

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

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What they do

An Operating Engineer or Heavy Equipment Operator drives and operates heavy equipment used in quarries, construction sites, landfills, refuse and recycling centers, or ports. Heavy Equipment may include, but is not limited to, bulldozers, excavators, paving equipment and pile drivers.

$63,302 / year median in California

+6% projected growth

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Job Description

Job Description:
Our Service Center in Sacramento, CA is immediately hiring a full-time yard hostler. Hourly pay Move trailers from door to door and certain location on the yard. Load and unload trailers and move freight across the terminal dock, either individually or with assistance of co-worker, with or without mechanical freight handling equipment, as required. Load freight to and from dock and trailers according to specifications of Bills of Lading, delivery receipts, packaging labels, etc. Plan the loading of freight onto trailers to fully utilize available space and minimize the risk of damage. Hook and unhook trailers from tractors, including cranking lever to raise and lower landing gear. Inspect equipment for defects and safe operating condition as required by state/federal laws and AAA Cooper. Fuel trucks, tractors, and other company equipment. Clean, sweep and wash dock, trailers, yard, tractor and other work areas. Perform all other work related duties as assigned. Join AAA Cooper Transportation today! Come join our team and see why our yard hostlers make a difference.
Job Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent 18 years or older Pass a pre-employment drug screen Satisfactory background check Proficient in backing 28-foot, 48 foot, and 53-foot vans Have the ability to operate a 10-speed transmission tractor
Wage Range:
25.00 - 27.50 per hour
General Description of Benefits:
Health, dental and vision insurance Company Health Savings Account contributions 401k with company match Company-paid & voluntary life insurance Short- & long-termdisability Dependent life Insurance Accidental death & dismemberment insurance Wellness programs Paid holidays Paid vacation Uniforms Weekly direct payroll deposits Safety and performance rewards program Tuition reimbursement program Employee assistance program