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Hostler Driver/ Ground Person

Company:
Universal Logistics Holdings
Location:
Harvey, IL, 60426
Posted:
June 15, 2025
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Description:

Are you looking to join a dynamic team that provides its people with the tools to be successfull and opportunities to grow?

Universal Logistics is a leading provider of customized transportation and logistics solutions, offering a comprehensive suite of services including transportation, value-added, intermodal, and specialized services utilized throughout entire supply chains.

Parsec, LLC. is a leading provider of contract intermodal terminal management services throughout North America. Since our beginning in 1949, we have built an integrated network consisting of the industry's most qualified people, state-of-the-art equipment, and comprehensive resources. We focus every day to be the most efficient leader in the transportation industry, while serving our customers and people with the utmost respect and integrity.

Hostler Driver / Ground Person

Harvey, IL

Starting Pay Rate: $20.00 hourly

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Summary:

Responsible for directing crane operators in moving cargo containers and prepares railcars for loading and unloading. Once trained to operate a hostler you will drive trailers and chassis with containers around the rail yard terminal as they are loaded and unloaded to/from the train.

Shift Time: Must be able to work any of the following shift times assigned

6:00 am to 2:30 pm

2:00 pm to 10:30 pm

10:00 pm to 6:30 am Benefits at Parsec

Exceptional Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Benefits

401(k)

Company paid life insurance

Voluntary Benefits

Paid Weekly

Paid Time Off (After probationary period)

Opportunity for growth Responsibilities:

Prepares rail cars for the correct size of the trailer/containers to be loaded

Guides/directs the crane operator in unloading/loading cargo containers Installs inter box connector locks (IBC) and climbs on the rail car to remove and install the IBC lock

Sets the Derailer

Spot chassis for inbound containers

Park inbound trailer/containers S

pot outbound trailer/containers for loading

Clear bare chassis away from the tracks Qualifications:

18 years of age or older

Valid driver's license

Willing and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions

Open availability to work: day, swing, night, weekends, and holidays

Must comply with established safety rules, policies, and procedures, including wearing required safety equipment

Documented successful completion of lawful post-offer, pre-employment checks including criminal background check and drug screening.

Parsec is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, gender including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), genetic information, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical conditions, family care status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by local, state or federal laws.

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