What are the responsibilities and job description for the Yard Coordinator - Ontario HUB | Sun-Thur position at OnTrac Companies?
Summary:
Coordinate and track the movement of trailers in and out of the yard. Manages Hostlers and works with incoming drivers directing traffic to ensure smooth traffic flow in the yard. Matches, verifies seal numbers to documentation (bill of ladings).
Responsibilities:
1.Maintain and contribute to a safe work environment by adhering to policies and procedures as outlined in the Company Safety Program.
2.Physically working outside on the yard and/or dock – limited time spent, if any, in the office.
3.Checking in Vendors/Drivers when they arrive on the yard with laden trailers.
4.Recording Vendor info, Trailer info, Account name(s), Trailer percentage, etc.
5.Coordinating trailer switch moves with Management and the Yard Switchers (Hostler’s) in the unload area.
6.Coordinating switch moves and con gear placement with Management and the Yard Switchers on the load side.
7.Perform a thorough yard check to ensure all ‘due’ freight is unloaded on the proper sort.
8.Working with Management and the Hostlers to ensure proper dock set up between sorts – lineup changes between TWI & MID Sorts.
9.Provide a summary report (excel spreadsheet) detailing all trailer pick-ups processed for the Day & Twi Sorts.
10.Perform any other task or assignment as deemed necessary by the organization.
Competencies:
This position requires the following competencies:
- Demonstrates Business and Technical Acumen:
oDemonstrates knowledge of internal systems and processes. Is responsible about doing job duties.
oIs accountable for own performance and behavior.
oHas good organizational skills and the ability to prioritize work.
oAnticipates issues and prevents them.
- Advocates and Leads Change:
oIs flexible and positive when change occurs.
oPortrays a positive attitude to others.
oSupports change initiatives by following new directions as directed and providing appropriate information.
oOffers ideas for improving work and team processes.
- Engages and Inspires Others:
oAlways treats people with respect and dignity and promotes pleasant and professional work environment.
oKeeps commitments and does what is right.
oProvides assistance, information, and support to others to build a basis for future reciprocity.
- Communicates and Influences:
oSpeaks and writes in a clear, concise manner; uses efficient and appropriate methods to disseminate information.
oListens attentively to people’s ideas and concerns.
- Develops Self and Others:
oUnderstands his/her own strengths and weaknesses.
oPrepares a personal development plan with specific goals and a timeline for their accomplishment.
- Customer Focused:
o Presents a cheerful and positive manner with customers both internal and external.
oManages issues with urgency to meet customer’s expectations.
oUnderstand how decisions affect the customers and considers customers when making decisions.
- Self-Management:
oViewed as ethical, trustworthy, responsible, and reliable.
oDoes what he/she commits to doing.
oAdheres to all policies and procedures.
oRemains calm under stress and controls response when criticized.
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job:
- The employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
- The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms.
- The employee is frequently required to communicate verbally.
- The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, bend, climb, push, pull, twist or crouch.
- The physical activity associated with this position is considered high. The employee will regularly lift, push, pull and/or move items averaging 50 pounds and occasionally up to 75 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Minimum Requirements:
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
- One year of industry experience.
- One year of leadership experience preferred.
- It is the responsibility of every position to understand and adhere to the security guidelines outlined in OnTrac’s Acceptable Use policy and to conduct their activities accordingly.
This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, duties and working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, however, management may revise job and tasks based on business needs including emergencies, staffing needs and workload.
