Yard Coordinator - Ontario HUB | Sun-Thur

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

• Maintain and contribute to a safe work environment by adhering to policies and procedures as outlined in the Company Safety Program.
• Physically working outside on the yard and/or dock – limited time spent, if any, in the office.
• Checking in Vendors/Drivers when they arrive on the yard with laden trailers.
• Recording Vendor info, Trailer info, Account name(s), Trailer percentage, etc.
• Coordinating trailer switch moves with Management and the Yard Switchers (Hostler’s) in the unload area.
• Coordinating switch moves and con gear placement with Management and the Yard Switchers on the load side.
• Perform a thorough yard check to ensure all ‘due’ freight is unloaded on the proper sort.
• Working with Management and the Hostlers to ensure proper dock set up between sorts – lineup changes between TWI & MID Sorts.
• Provide a summary report (excel spreadsheet) detailing all trailer pick-ups processed for the Day & Twi Sorts.
• Perform any other task or assignment as deemed necessary by the organization.
  
  

Competencies

This position requires the following competencies:

• Demonstrates Business and Technical Acumen:
• Demonstrates knowledge of internal systems and processes. Is responsible about doing job duties.
• Is accountable for own performance and behavior.
• Has good organizational skills and the ability to prioritize work.
• Anticipates issues and prevents them.
• Advocates and Leads Change:
• Is flexible and positive when change occurs.
• Portrays a positive attitude to others.
• Supports change initiatives by following new directions as directed and providing appropriate information.
• Offers ideas for improving work and team processes.
• Engages and Inspires Others:
• Always treats people with respect and dignity and promotes pleasant and professional work environment.
• Keeps commitments and does what is right.
• Provides assistance, information, and support to others to build a basis for future reciprocity.
• Communicates and Influences :
• Speaks and writes in a clear, concise manner; uses efficient and appropriate methods to disseminate information.
• Listens attentively to people’s ideas and concerns.
• Develops Self and Others:
• Understands his/her own strengths and weaknesses.
• Prepares a personal development plan with specific goals and a timeline for their accomplishment.
• Customer Focused:
• Presents a cheerful and positive manner with customers both internal and external.
• Manages issues with urgency to meet customer’s expectations.
• Understand how decisions affect the customers and considers customers when making decisions.
• Self-Management:
• Viewed as ethical, trustworthy, responsible, and reliable.
• Does what he/she commits to doing.
• Adheres to all policies and procedures.
• Remains 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.

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