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Spotter/Yard Switcher Mentors are required to perform all yard management services in accordance with the best standards of the transportation industry and in compliance with FHI policies and procedures.  Additionally, serves as a mentor to new associates.

SUCCESS FACTORS:     

We will know the Spotter/Yard Switcher Supervisor is successful when:

• There is year-over-year improvement in retention and turnover.
• There is year-over-year improvement in DART rating.
• Financial targets as determined by company leadership are met or exceeded.
• There is year-over-year sustained or improved WC costs.
• There is year-over-year sustained or improved direct wage cost

BEHAVIORAL CHARACTERISTICS: 

• Positive Attitude
• Upholds FHI Purpose, Vision, and Values
• Treats drivers, customers, and fellow associates with respect
• Attention to detail
• Professional
• Has a positive influence on others
• Good Communicator
• Pro-active safety mindset
• Ability to constructively correct unsafe behaviors

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Switcher Responsibilities:

• Move trailers on property as directed by customer personnel or systems
• Verify seals and perform any load status yard checks as required by facility
• Perform trailer safety checks including, but not limited to, sliding tandem axles (if required).
• Red Tag trailers if needed.
• Must obey any and all applicable traffic laws while conducting its operations on behalf of the customer.
• Will obey all facility traffic and safety rules as required by specific facilities
• Adhere here to appropriate training records and sign off procedures as required by each facility
• Participate in continuous improvement processes
• Maintain an effective Preventative Maintenance Inspection (PMI) schedule for equipment.

Mentor Responsibilities:

• Engage with new associates prior to first day
• Meet with new associates daily before start-up during training
• Coordinate onboarding which includes acclimating to the team, site tour, introductions to key FHI leaders and customer contacts
• Beyond initial training, conduct EHS ride along audits weekly for at least four weeks
• Ensure new associates are familiar with the yard
• Ensure new associates are familiar with and understand the operation of all door latches within the yard
• Ensure new associates understand all safety protocols
• This is not a comprehensive list of tasks or activities, duties or responsibilities required of the associate.  Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time at the discretion of management.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Warehouse work environment with varying temperatures, at both hot and cold extremes
• Must be able to operate a Switching Truck safely.
• Steel toes safety shoes are required
• Expected to work productively and safely
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and background check
• Safe driving record:  No DUI, DWI or impaired driving within last 7 years
• No more than 3 points on driving record
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Comfortable working in all weather conditions
• Use of standard office equipment in typical office environment/conditions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• We believe that skills and experience are what truly matter. While education can be a valuable asset, it is not a requirement for success in this role. 

Experience:

• Experience working with switching equipment and backing trailers.
• Experience with leading a team to drive results.
• Experience with performing the functions of the job for Spotter/Yard Switcher position in a distribution setting.
• Experience performing safety checks and preventative maintenance inspections of switching equipment.
• Must be with FHI at least 6 months prior to applying for role
• No more than 3 attendance points
• No more than 1 at fault safety incident within last 12 months AND less than 4 Safety points
• No behavior related disciplinary actions within last 12 months.

Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of Spotter/Yard Switcher position
• Basic math skills
• Ability to read, write, and understand English

Additional Location:

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!