What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hostler Driver position at Titan Brands?
Description
Titan is a high-growth, fast-paced company. As a top 500 internet retailer, we are growing fast in order to build the foundation for our continued progress. Being a part of the Titan team is an incomparable experience.
We are looking for skilled individuals to join our Operations team to fully support our yard activities and internal inventory transfers within the mid-south. You will play a key role on improving Titan’s operational teams by ensuring docks remain open when containers and trailers are empty, swapping our completed trailers and containers, and transferring inventory between our Horn Lake and Memphis facilities. The successful candidate for this position will operate a hostler to move trailers and/or containers to/from parking areas to the docks for loading/unloading. Driver will also be required to transport units to/from Titan Brands facilities across the midsouth.
In the Hostler Driver role, you will: (Essential Duties and Responsibilities)
- Support trailer movements at the distribution centers (at least 30-40 containers per day)
- Drive and maneuver tractor trailers to specified doors or yard locations
- Inspect tractor trailers for defects
- Operate safely following all driver related safety guidelines
- Maintain logs for all moves and submit to management daily
- Maintain clear paths for trailer movement on the yard, removing debris or any obstacles
- Ensure all trailers at the dock are secure and have wheel chalks engaged
- Coordinate with management to fulfill regularly scheduled maintenance on the vehicle
- Keep tractor trailers free and clean of any debris
- Support the dock when there are no yard moves or transfers to be done.
Requirements
To do this we believe you must have: (Required Skills and Experience)
- Class A-CDL
- At least 2 years Truck Driving Experience
- Knowledge of Shipping and Receiving
- Day Cab Conventional Truck Operating Experience
To do this we believe you should have: (Preferred Skills and Experience)
- Ability to work autonomously
- Ability to facilitate trailer/container moves with efficiency
- Initiative and desire to drive change and be motivated to exceed expectations
- vision well enough to read operating and maintenance instructions, gauges and dials
- a valid driver’s license to operate specified company vehicles
Reporting:
- Reports to: Warehouse Operations Manager
When and where do we need you?
- Job Location: Horn Lake, MS
- Job Type: Full Time / NON-EXEMPT
We’re hiring for the following shifts:
Monday through Friday/1st shift (6am to 3:30pm)
What’s in it for you?
At Titan, we offer an energetic, exciting workplace including all the benefits you should expect – from individual development plans to free lunch every Friday. Add competitive pay, all the insurance benefits, and more - you’ll get the feel for why you want to work with us at Titan.
Frankly, we’re over the old school red-tape – we willingly embrace change and encourage open, honest communication as part of our culture. Our challenging environment is perfect for passionate and determined individuals with the objective of building a lasting career. Our employees are our #1 asset, and investment in you means success for the company. If you’re looking for somewhere you can thrive personally and professionally, work in a motivating, yet independent environment, and be a key part in the legacy of our exponentially growing business, Titan is the right place for you. You’ll have more than a job with us, you’ll have a place to build your career.
Don’t get us wrong, Titan’s fast-pace, high growth environment can be a whirlwind; but the empowerment formed from this opportunity to flourish in your role is unique; you simply won’t find it anywhere else.
If we’ve captured your interest and you want to be a part of our rapidly growing team, apply now and let us know why you’re the perfect fit for Titan!
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice
