Hostler(Non CDL) - Full Time

AAA Cooper Transportation, Inc.; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Company Health Savings Account

401k with company match

Life insurance

Long Term Disability

Dependent Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

Wellness programs

Paid Holidays

Paid vacation

Uniforms

Weekly payroll deposits

Safety and Performance Rewards Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

AAA Cooper Transportation is seeking a dedicated hostler to move trailers between doors and yard locations to ensure on-time delivery. You will load/unload freight, arrange trailers for efficient space usage, and perform basic equipment checks.

The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork in a fast-paced dock environment. As a full-time employee, you will work on-site with competitive benefits and opportunities for skill development in yard operations, including operating hostler equipment

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 18 years or older and capable of passing the required screenings.
• Proven ability to back 28/48/53 ft vans and operate a hostler/yard dog.
• Commitment to safety and compliance with laws and company policies.

Responsibilities

• Move trailers from door to door and around the yard as needed.
• Load and unload trailers and handle freight on the dock or with assistance.
• Plan loading to optimize space and reduce damage risk.
• Hook and unhook trailers; operate landing gear and fifth wheel as required.
• Inspect equipment for defects and maintain a clean work area.
• Fuel and perform basic maintenance on equipment as directed.

Skills

Backing 28/48/53 ft

Hostler operation

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

AAA Cooper Transportation, founded in 1955, is an asset based multi-regional trucking company providing less-than-truckload, truck load, dedicated contract carriage, brokerage and international services. With directly operated facilities in the Southeast, Southwest, Midwest and Puerto Rico and partners carriers with coverage into Canada, Mexico and across the globe, AAA Cooper Transportation can service nearly all transportation needs.

Hostlers are responsible for moving trailers from door to door to ensure that our customers' freight is delivered on timely. As a full time AAA Cooper Transportation employee, you will enjoy benefits such as:

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

• Company Health Savings Account contributions

• 401k with company match

• Company paid life insurance

• Long Term Disability

• 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

Job Responsibilities

• 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.

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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.

Category: Dock