Job Description

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, over 50 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

We are seeking a Yard Hostler, 1st Shift to join our team. This is a full-time Yard Hostler position at our Midway, Kentucky Distribution Center, just 15-20 minutes outside of Lexington. Yard Hostlers 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
• Utilizing and updating the Yard Management System (YMS)
• Assisting in warehouse associate duties as needed

Qualifications

Got the skills and experience? Here’s what we’re looking for:

• High school diploma or GED preferred but not required
• Must be in good standing with attendance (internal applicants)
• Valid CDL license required
• 2-3 years of experience in a similar role
• Proven ability to maneuver trailers (turning radius, backing, and docking)
• No history of revocations for unsatisfactory driving
• Must be able to pass Lakeshore safety training
• Good attendance and adherence to work schedule
• Able to pass DOT drug and alcohol screening and motor vehicle record (MVR) review
• Ability to work overtime as needed
• Ability to stand for extended periods, bend, stoop, reach, push, pull, squat, walk, and perform repetitive movements
• Ability to move and work at varying heights ranging from floor level to overhead
• Ability to use hands and fingers to manipulate locks, hinges, trailer doors, and air brake lines
• Ability to handle equipment controls and reach with hands and arms
• Must be able to hear warning signals, machinery, and communicate effectively
• Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, color vision, peripheral vision, and focus adjustment
• Demonstrated endurance, energy, and physical strength to successfully perform the essential functions of the role

Additional Information

And here’s our end of the bargain! 

• Competitive compensation based on skills and experience, and bonus eligible
• 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  

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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Job Tags

Full time, Casual work, Work at office, Flexible hours, Shift work, Day shift

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