Equipment Operator (Hostler/Forklift Operator) -1st Shift Garland

SECO - Southeast Consolidators; Garland (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

SECO - Southeast Consolidators in Garland, TX is seeking a Forklift Operator/Hostler to safely unload inbound trailers, load outbound trailers, and manage yard operations. The role requires one to two years of forklift experience and at least one year of hostler work, with CDL preferred.

You will work 1st shift, 7:00 am–4:00 pm, Tuesday through Saturday, in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment. Responsibilities include documenting trailer moves, inspecting equipment, securing freight, and

Qualifications

• One to two years of forklift operator experience or equivalent.
• Minimum 1-year hostler experience.
• Familiarity with shipping practices and handling methods.
• Sit-down propane forklift experience is a plus.
• CDL is preferred; verifiable experience considered.
• Ability to read/write in English.

Responsibilities

• Safely unload materials and merchandise from inbound trailers and load to outbound trailers.
• Perform required administrative tasks for inbound unloading and outbound loading.
• Identify damages and report shortages or quality deficiencies.
• Inspect forklift to determine repairs and note defects on pre-shift inspection form.
• Maintain a safe and orderly environment in the facilities.
• Ensure freight is counted and loaded in the correct DC trailer.
• Secure freight for transit.
• Operate yard equipment and move/spot trailers to support warehouse operations.
• Communicate with Inbound and Outbound Leads on trailer move prioritization.
• Document and perform trailer moves for Inbound/Outbound operations.
• Conduct yard checks for Inbound/Outbound activities.
• Verify seals on trailers where applicable.
• Track trailer inspections and maintain grounds cleanliness.
• Assist customers’ carriers with instructions on the yard.
• Operate safely around moving machinery and in open-air cross docks.
• Work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.

Skills

Forklift operation

Hostler operation

Shipping knowledge

English proficiency

Independent worker

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Purpose

Carefully move packages and material around our facilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Safely unload materials and merchandise from incoming trailers and load them to assigned outbound trailers.
• Performs required administrative tasks, for inbound unloading and outbound loading.
• Identify damages and report shortages or quality deficiencies.
• Inspect forklift to determine the need for repairs and note any defects on pre shift inspection form.
• Help maintain a safe and orderly environment in the facilities.
• Ensure freight is counted and loaded in the right DC trailer.
• Secure freight for transit.
• Being able to operate air compressor for airbag usage.
• Responsible for the movement and spotting of trailers to facilitate the needs of the warehouse in sorting and processing material for shipment.
• Communicate with the Inbound and Outbound Leads on trailer move prioritization.
• Documents and performs trailer moves on both the Inbound and Outbound operations.
• Performs yard checks throughout the day for Inbound and Outbound.
• Responsible for ensuring seals are on applicable trailers.
• Tracks trailer inspections.
• Maintains the cleanliness of the grounds.
• Assist customer’s carriers with instruction and direction while on the yard.
• Verifies and/or reports damages.
• Must function and interact daily with facility personnel and comply with facility safety requirements.
• Comply with company policies and legal guidelines.
• Other duties as required and assigned.

Education

• High school diploma or GED.

Working Conditions

• Ability to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear (for extended periods of time).
• Must be able to climb in and out of vehicles and occasionally work at height.
• Occasionally required to sit and climb or balance and must regularly lift and /or move up to 50 - 75 pounds.
• Occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and can be exposed to extreme heat and extreme cold including climates consistent with outside weather conditions year-round.
• Occasionally exposure to wet and/or humid conditions (non-weather).
• Continually loud noise.
• Working in an open‑air cross dock.
• Ability to work in fast paced environment.
• Shift: 1st Shift, 7:00 am – 4:00 pm or until; Tuesday – Saturday – 30% Forklift Operator – 70% Yard Hostler.

Requirements

• One to two years of forklift operator related experience or equivalent.
• Minimum 1-year hostler related experience.
• Familiarity with shipping practices and handling methods.
• Sit-down propane forklift experience is a plus.
• Operate yard truck in a safe manner.
• Drive and operate a vehicle under 15 mph in and around facility.
• Safe truck and trailer operating skills are required.
• Experience with backing 53-foot trailers.
• A current Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is preferred; however, verifiable experience will be considered.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Commitment to excellence and high standards.
• Ability to manage priorities and workflow.
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.
• Acute attention to detail.
• Ability to speak, read and write the English proficiently.