Yard Hostler *Class A CDL*

Since 1938, Hiland Dairy has been setting high standards in performance & quality to then exceed those marks. We have locations in 11 States across the United States. We service multiple chains of retails stores within the country. We never settle for less than the very best we can offer.

We define "Doing What is Right" by treating our greatest asset - our team members - with dignity & respect. We strive to attract & retain high quality people by providing a competitive benefits + compensation package. We invest in our team members by continually training and upgrading their skills.

The Hostler is responsible and accountable for the operation of motorized equipment to move tankers and/or trailers as directed.

Responsibilities:

* Operate motorized equipment to move tankers/trailers; fuel equipment as needed.

* Perform daily maintenance checks and report any malfunctions to the garage.

* Couple / uncouple tractor-trailer units; connect/disconnect brake lines safely.

* Shuttle tankers/trailers from staging areas to various loading areas (dock, door, platform).

* Anticipate trailer needs and move tankers/trailers according to business needs.

* Perform required trailer inventories and temperature checks and report any discrepancies.

* Secure all equipment and complete all necessary paperwork at the end of the shift.

* Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices and Standard Operating Procedures.

* Follow all safety and security policies and procedures, including wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.

* Follow all food safety and quality system requirements by committing to meet all pertinent, regulatory, customer and Safe Quality Foods (SQF) requirements.

* Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience:

* Ability to read, write, perform basic mathematical calculations, and accurately record data.

* Must be willing to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and varying shifts, as required.

* Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.

* Must be organized and detail oriented.

* Great communication skills: however, bilingual skills may be preferred based on business necessity.

* Must be able to pass a drug screen and physical.

Certification/Licenses/Registrations:

* Valid commercial driver's license - Class A is required.

Physical Demand/Working Conditions:

* Must be able to occasionally lift over 50 pounds; and push/pull 240 pounds.

* Must be able to work in very hot (more than 100 degrees) and very cold (30 degrees).

* Required to Stand, walk, climb, bend, twist, push and pull, and reach above and below the shoulder.

* Repetition-Hand/Wrist Simple Grasping, Firm grasping.

Schedule: Monday - Friday; 5:00 pm - 5:00am

Compensation: $23.98 per hour + $1 shift differential

Benefits:

* Free discount programs upon hire date

* Medical, Dental, Vision insurance after 1 month

* Competitive retirement plan after 6 months

* Paternity/Maternity leave after 1 year

Hiland Dairy Foods Company, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.

Monday - Friday; 5:00pm - 5:00am