Yard Attendant

Wallenius Wilhelmsen group; Fife (WA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Career development

Employee discounts

Job summary

Wallenius Wilhelmsen is seeking a Yard Attendant to support yard operations, load out cargo and maintain terminal records. You will coordinate truck movements, track locations with handheld devices, and follow work orders to ensure accuracy.

Join a safety-focused team that offers comprehensive benefits, opportunities to train others, and a path to grow within a global logistics leader moving toward zero-emission operations.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and understand department SOPs, and ability to quickly learn processes
• Must be capable of carrying our specific work procedures and directions of management and leads
• Ability to troubleshoot operational issues
• Must be capable of meeting/exceeding the required production standards
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions
• Must understand basic math
• Be motivated, self-directed and detail oriented
• Must be able to lift, carry and hold items up to 50lbs
• Ability to bend, stoop, stand and walk for extended periods of time
• Able to work in all weather conditions
• Have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Great communication and teamwork mindset
• Possess good hand/eye coordination
• Comfortable working in all weather conditions, extreme hot or cold
• Willing and able to frequently learn new technology and equipment

Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize yard operations by coordinating truck movements and cargo loading
• Operate handheld devices and terminal system to track and update cargo locations, work orders, and equipment types
• Contribute to process improvement, ensure safety and quality standards
• Opportunity to train new employees
• Remain flexible to perform duties as assigned

Job description

Overview:

Yard Attendant

See yourself at Wallenius Wilhelmsen.We collaborate, we care, we challenge every day to keep the world in motion and transformlogisticsinto a zero- emissions, carbon-free industry. Join us and make it happen!

As aYard Attendant,handling breakbulk cargo is not your every day run of the mill job.

The Yard Attendant is responsible for accurately loading out cargo and maintaining terminal records for cargo loaded out/taken in as well as work orders associated with said cargo.

Job Description

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Manage and optimize yard operations by coordinating truck movements and cargo loading
• Operate handheld devices and terminal system to track and update cargo locations, work orders, and equipment types
• Contribute to process improvement, ensure safety and quality standards
• Opportunity to train new employees
• Remain flexible to perform duties as assigned

Job Requirements

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• Ability to read and understand department SOPs, and ability to quickly learn processes
• Must be capable of carrying our specific work procedures and directions of management and leads
• Ability to troubleshoot operational issues
• Must be capable of meeting/exceeding the required production standards
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions
• Must understand basic math
• Be motivated, self-directed and detail oriented
• Must be able to lift, carry and hold items up to 50lbs
• Ability to bend, stoop, stand and walk for extended periods of time
• Able to work in all weather conditions
• Have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Great communication and teamwork mindset
• Possess good hand/eye coordination
• Comfortable working in all weather conditions, extreme hot or cold
• Willing and able to frequently learn new technology and equipment

WHEN YOU JOIN US

At Wallenius Wilhelmsen, we prioritize your well-being. Our industry-leading benefits and perks are designed to help you thrive in your career and your life outside of work. From affordable healthcare to well-being, we’ve got you covered.

• Choose from a range of low-cost health insurance options to support your well-being including medical, dental and vision after 30 days of employment
• Secure your financial future with an industry-leading company-matching 401(k) plan
• Company paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
• Explore career development with access to on-the-job training
• Access to exclusive discounts on attractions, automotive, travel and more!

WORKING CONDITIONS

Environmental conditions vary by location, including indoor and outdoor settings. Employees may encounter extreme temperatures, wetness, wind, fumes, dust particles and drafts. Safety is our top priority, and we are dedicated to fostering a safety-first environment, ensuring all precautions are taken to protect our team in every working condition.

ABOUT US

Wallenius Wilhelmsen is the global leader in integrated vehicle transportation and logistics, supporting our customers across their supply chain, all the way from the factory to the end-customer. Our ambition is to lead the way in transforming shipping and logistics.

We transport and handle cars, tractors, trains, windmills, or even whole factories for some of the most well-known companies in the world. Our eyes will always be on delivering supreme quality in everything we do, while moving towards zero-emission logistics. We are powered by nearly 9,500+ people, working on vessels and at ports, at vehicle and equipment processing centers in 28 countries.Together, we are building resilient, connected, data-driven, decarbonized solutions fit for the future.

OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

We are a global group of people from diverse backgrounds and lifestyles. Wallenius Wilhelmsen is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to building a workplace where all contributors feel they can bring their best selves every day, learn from each other, and be appreciated. Our journey towards sustainable and integrated logistics compels us to attract people with diverse experiences, skills, and abilities.

Apply today, and let’s keep the world and your career, moving together.