Yard Driver | Yard Jockey | Hostler
AAA Cooper TransportationJob Description: Our Service Center in Knoxville, TN 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! 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 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