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Job Description: Yard Hostler and Warehouse Forklift Specialist Employer: Express Employment Professionals
Location: Tonganoxie, KS 66086
Compensation: $21.00–$23.50 per hour (based on experience)
Shifts Available: 1st and 3rd1st shift: Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM3rd shift: Sunday–Thursday, 10:00 PM – 6:00 AM A day in the yard Picture starting your shift, grabbing your handheld radio, and coordinating with the dock team. You ease a yard hostler into position, spot a loaded trailer to the correct door, and keep freight flowing. When yard moves slow down, you jump onto a sit-down forklift to support warehouse operations—always following site procedures, checking for safety, and updating simple tasks on a tablet or computer. Throughout the day, you shuttle trailers on private property only—never on public roads—keeping operations smooth and on schedule. What you’ll handle Move empty and loaded trailers with a yard hostler (spotter) safely within facility property. Shuttle trailers between the yard and loading docks in coordination with the team. Operate a sit-down forklift when not performing yard-driving duties. Communicate clearly via handheld radio to align moves and priorities. Use basic computer/tablet systems to support daily tasks. Follow all site safety procedures and operational guidelines.
Important: Trailer movements are on-site only; no operation on public roads. What you bring Minimum 1 year operating a yard hostler or comparable equipment. Valid driver’s license and ability to meet insurance carrier insurability requirements. Experience with, or ability to learn, sit-down forklift operation. Basic comfort with tablets/computers. Reliability, strong attention to detail, and a safety-first mindset.
What’s in it for you:
  • Competitive pay: $21.00–$23.50/hour, based on qualifications and experience.
  • First-shift hours.
  • Full-time opportunity.
  • A blended role with both yard spotting and forklift responsibilities. Tools of the trade Forklifts Proficiencies forkliftyard hostler
  • Ready for your next opportunity? Apply through Express Employment Professionals today!

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Level

Junior

Salary

$21.00–$23.50 per hour

Location

Tonganoxie, KS

Occupation

Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators

Industry

Specialized Freight Trucking, Local

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