Yard Hostler

Job Description:

Our Service Center in Minneapolis, MN is immediately hiring a full-time yard hostler, with shared dockworker duties. $26.05-$29.67/hr 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! Our hostlers have helped us be recognized by Forbes as one of America's best midsize employers for 5 consecutive years. Come join our team and see why our yard hostlers make a difference. More reasons to join one of Americas best midsize employers: Paid Holidays Paid Vacation Employee Stock Purchase Plan 401k with company match Uniforms Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Company Health Savings Account contributions Company-paid life insurance Long Term Disability Dependent Life Insurance Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance Wellness programs

Safety and Performance Rewards Program Tuition Reimbursement Program Job Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent 18 years or older Pass pre-employment drug screen Satisfactory background check Proficient in backing 28 foot, 48 foot and 53 foot vans Have the ability to operate a hostler/yard dog Have the ability to pass the hostler certification program Perform all duties in accordance with company policies and procedures, and comply with all federal, state and local regulations that govern a safe work environment. Be highly motivated Good listening and communication skills Have the ability to multi task Quick learner Physical Requirements A hostler must have the ability to: Perform frequent actions such as: squatting, bending, twisting, turning and reaching overhead. Enter and exit trailers as many as 40+ times per day with the assistance of various handholds and steps. Perform frequent pushing and pulling of freight up to 500 lbs. on a dolly or cart, as well as, freight weighing more than 100 lbs. with or without mechanical aid. Frequently carry freight weighing up to 110 lbs. of varying size and shape up to a distance of 53 feet. Spend up to 85% of the day standing and/or walking on surfaces such as concrete, wood, or metal. Hook/unhook various commercial vehicle combinations, manually lower and raise landing gear, operate the fifth wheel release lever, and open and close the cargo door.

Wage Range:

26.05 - 29.67 per hour

General Description of Benefits:

High Deductible Health Plan or PPO Health Plan, Prescription Benefits, Dental, Vision & Employee Assistance Program Health Savings Account (HSA with company match) Company sponsored Retirement Savings Plan with pre-tax 401K and Roth options; includes company match & vesting schedule. Employer sponsored Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance Voluntary Employee & Spousal Life Insurance Voluntary Hospital Indemnity, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance. 60-180-280 & 360 day pay increases for specified positions. Paid Time Off-8 paid Holiday's, 1 week PTO in first year of employment with increases based on years of service. Up to 3 personal days per year, pro-rated based on hire date.