At Lakeshore, we create innovative learning materials and world-class guest experiences for teachers, parents and children. Since 1954, we’ve grown into a global community—with a thriving e-commerce business, multiple catalogs, 60+ retail stores, a peerless national sales force, plus international offices that support our preeminent supply chain division. But today we’re working better, smarter and faster than ever—and setting our sights even higher. We’re building an infrastructure designed for scalability, embracing data-driven decision-making and using technology to improve efficiency and ensure the best tools for the best work. Most importantly, we continue to invest in a diverse team of inquisitive top talent who fuel each other’s passions and curiosity, take risks, try new things, and believe that every new day brings opportunities for growth
Job Description
In a time of unprecedented expansion, we are seeking a 2nd Shift Yard Hostler to join our team. This is a full-time Yard Hostler/Spotter at our Midway, Kentucky Distribution Center, just 15-20 minutes outside of Lexington. Yard Hostlers/Spotters are responsible for the safe placement of assigned trailers to their assigned doors and staging areas.
A day in the office looks like this:
Staging trailers to their assigned loading/unloading doors
Cleaning and sweeping trailers as needed/instructed
Maintaining communication with supervision throughout the shift
Communicating all truck issues observed to supervision
Conforming to all safety rules and using all appropriate safety equipment
Qualifications
Got the skills and experience? Here’s what we’re looking for:
Proven ability to maneuver trailers (turning radius/backing/docking)
No history of revocations for unsatisfactory driving
Must be able to pass the Lakeshore safety training
Good attendance and adherence to work schedule
Ability to pass DOT Drug and Alcohol screening
Additional Information
And here’s our end of the bargain!
Competitive compensation based on skills and experience
Paid leave for new parents to support work/life balance and family bonding
Excellent medical/dental and vision coverage—EPO, PPO and HSA
401(k) retirement plan with company contribution (because you will retire someday)
Flexible benefits—choose what you like, ignore the rest
Generous employee discount
Casual dress…and we really mean it
At Lakeshore, we know our diversity makes us stronger, and when everyone feels included and valued, we all win. We strive to embrace our differences and create an intentionally diverse and inclusive community that is representative of the teachers, families and children we serve.
We know we couldn’t do the extraordinary things we’re doing without the people on our team. Thanks to the passion and enthusiasm of this spectacular group, Lakeshore is more than a great place to work—it’s a great experience to be part of. Day in and day out, we give everything we’ve got to create products that instill a sense of wonder and foster a true love of learning. To help maintain this high bar for success, we’re constantly on the lookout for people to join us. So if you’re a down-to-earth professional who shares our desire for making a difference, we’d love to hear from you.
To learn more about Lakeshore, visit www.lakeshorelearning.com/careers
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
People are selected to become members of the Lakeshore family based on skill, merit and mind-boggling talent—not based on race, color, creed, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, marital status, domestic partnership status, military status, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, alienage, AIDS or AIDS-related complex status, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, status as a victim of domestic violence, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If things aren’t equal, we all lose.
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Seniority level
Associate
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Distribution
Industries
Consumer Goods
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