Hostler

Company Description

Like Big Trucks and You Cannot Lie? We're looking for a tech-savvy Hostler to provide comprehensive administrative and operational support while we deliver nourishment to our communities across Oregon and Southwest Washington.

Insurance Requirements: Candidates must be at least 23 years of age, possess a valid Class C (Non-CDL) license, and have maintained an acceptable driving record.

Who We Are: Charlie's Produce is the largest privately owned produce wholesaler on the West Coast, and we are growing. The secret to our success in this industry is PEOPLE! We strive to hire the best and we reward them with a working environment that fosters loyalty, stability, innovation, and growth. Charlie’s was founded in quality, and we are proud that it is still our focus.

With a team of dedicated people who are passionate about food, supply chain, and their community we are looking for like minded individuals to help further our goal to enhance our communities through quality produce.

What We Offer:

• An amazing company culture!
• Medical/Dental/Vision on the first of the month following hire.
• ESOP (Profit Sharing) and 401(k).
• Paid vacations, paid holidays.
• Coverage under State Sick Leave.
• 100% Prepaid College Tuition for employees and their dependents.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).

Compensation Details:

• Starting at $25/hour.
• Potential 90-day performance-based raise.
• Yearly review with possibility of increase based on performance and tenure.

Job Description

The Schedule: Sunday, 4pm–12:30am; Monday–Thursday, 3pm–11:30pm

The Role: Hostlers provide comprehensive administrative and operational support to our Transportation department, ensuring the proper placement, maintenance, and coordination of all company delivery vehicles. This is a DOT-regulated position subject to random drug testing, including THC screening.

Essential Responsibilities (including but not limited to):

• Vehicle Coordination & Staging: Prepare and maintain truck and dock door assignment sheets; drive and position trucks in the yard and at appropriate dock doors for loading and dispatch
• Equipment Maintenance & Monitoring: Inspect refrigeration units for proper operation and temperature compliance; complete and maintain required temperature logs and Vehicle Inspection Reports (VIRs)
• Administrative Support: Manage transportation spreadsheets, audit logs and inspection reports, and input truck maintenance records into company systems
• Route Management: Coordinate truck routing and finalize route assignments in collaboration with warehouse operations to optimize loading and dispatch efficiency
• Warehouse Coordination: Work collaboratively with warehouse personnel to coordinate truck loading schedules and ensure timely vehicle preparation
• Additional Duties: Perform other duties as assigned or requested by management

Qualifications

Required Skills & Experience:

• Valid driver license and DOT medical card required (CDL strongly preferred)
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite products (Outlook, Teams, Excel, etc)
• At least 23 years of age due to insurance requirements
• At least one (1) year of verifiable driving experience
• Demonstrated ability to lift/push/pull 50+ lbs. throughout shift
• Per DOT rules, applicant should have the ability to read and understand English
• Acceptable driving record

All job offers for this position are contingent upon passing a criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen (includes THC), and company road test.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

This is a safety-sensitive position.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

We do not provide H1-B sponsorships at this time.

Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to, the individual’s qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as physical work location within the state.

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Charlie's Produce is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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