Security/Trailer Inspector

Landstar; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical plans

Employer 401(k) match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Landstar is seeking a Security/Trailer Inspector in Laredo, TX, to manage entry, inspection and exit of equipment at the Landstar MXCB yard. This role ensures accurate documentation of equipment and compliance with facility protocols and safe yard operations.

Required: High School Diploma or GED; ability to work outdoors in all weather; strong communication. Preferred: bilingual English/Spanish and experience with Yard Management System. Competitive benefits and opportunities exist at Landstar.

Qualifications

• Ability to detect damage, tampering, and discrepancies during inspections.
• Ability to learn and use YMS software for data entry, photo uploads, and record keeping.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage e-mail and print, prepare, and manage documents.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Skilled at treating others respectfully and maintain a positive, service-oriented attitude.
• Ability to commute to worksite daily and on time.

Responsibilities

• Represent Landstar professionally as the initial contact for vehicles entering the facility.
• Perform arrival and departure registrations and inspections in Yard Management System (YMS) software for all arriving and departing vehicles and equipment following facility protocol.
• Direct truck traffic.
• Perform facility inspections and inventories in accordance with facility policies.
• Communicate effectively and productively with arriving drivers.
• Follow protocols to elevate discrepancies to management.
• Ensure compliance with facility standards and protocols.
• Wear required PPE (vest, gloves, safety shoes).
• Print and prepare documents for dispatch as needed to support load processing and driver instructions.
• Coordinate trailer movements, resolve discrepancies and ensure timely updates by effectively communicating and collaborating with other teams across the facility.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

YMS software proficiency

Communication skills

Documentation management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

YMS software

Job description

What is Landstar?

Landstar stands for safe, secure and reliable transportation services delivered by our unique network of small business owners. Independent agents and capacity providers operating under the Landstar umbrella enjoy the strength and support of one of the industry’s most stable and successful companies. Our network of independent entrepreneurs provide customers with personalized service at the local level with the global reach and resources of a multi-billion dollar company.

What is Landstar?

Landstar stands for safe, secure and reliable transportation services delivered by our unique network of small business owners. Independent agents and capacity providers operating under the Landstar umbrella enjoy the strength and support of one of the industry’s most stable and successful companies. Our network of independent entrepreneurs provide customers with personalized service at the local level with the global reach and resources of a multi-billion dollar company.

Location:

Onsite Laredo, TX

Schedule:

Varies Rotating Schedule

What work will you perform?

The Security/Trailer Inspector is responsible for managing the entry, inspection and exit of all equipment (including trucks, trailers, and vendor vehicles) at the Landstar MXCB yard in Laredo, Texas. This role ensures accurate documentation of equipment and compliance with facility protocols and safe yard operations.

Essential Responsibilities

• Represent Landstar professionally as the initial point of contact for vehicles entering the facility.
• Perform arrival and departure registrations and inspections in Yard Management System (YMS) software for all arriving and departing vehicles and equipment following facility protocol.
• Direct truck traffic.
• Perform facility inspections and inventories in accordance with facility policies.
• Communicate effectively and productively with arriving drivers.
• Follow protocols to elevate discrepancies to management.
• Ensure compliance with facility standards and protocols.
• Wear required PPE (vest, gloves, safety shoes).
• Print and prepare documents for dispatch as needed to support load processing and driver instructions.
• Coordinate trailer movements, resolve discrepancies and ensure timely updates by effectively communicating and collaborating with other teams across the facility.

Required Minimum Experience And Education

• High School Diploma or GED

Preferred Experience And Education

• 6 months of experience interacting with customers
• Bilingual: English, Spanish

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to detect damage, tampering, and discrepancies during inspections.
• Ability to learn and use YMS software desktop and mobile application for data entry, photo uploads, and record keeping.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage e-mail and print, prepare, and manage documents.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Skilled at treating others respectfully and maintain a positive, service-oriented attitude.
• Ability to uphold and elevate the Landstar model through professionalism, integrity, and customer-focused interactions.
• Ability to commute to worksite daily and on time.

**This job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.**

Why work at Landstar?

Landstar is seeking hard-working and dedicated employees committed to exceeding the expectations of those we serve. We employ a highly diverse workforce and welcome employees from all cultures and backgrounds to our team. Our workplace culture is second-to-none. Landstar provides a safe and professional work environment in which to thrive and grow. We offer competitive compensation, robust benefit plans including affordable medical plans, employer 401(k) match, paid time off, tuition assistance and much more. If you want to be part of a top-notch transportation company with an emphasis on safety, service, teamwork, and dedication then Landstar is the place for you!

Landstar is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Landstar will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should send an e-mail to [e-mail].

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