Yard Hostler Driver
Job Description
<div> <p><strong>Yard Hostler Driver</strong></p> <p><strong>Employment Type:</strong> On-Site | Experienced </p> <p><strong>Compensation: $23.00 - $26.00 per hour</strong></p> <p><strong>Locations & Schedules:</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Moreno Valley, CA -</strong> <ul> <li>Monday – Thursday, 3:00 PM –1:00 AM </li> <li>Friday - Sunday, 3:00 PM – 1:00 AM </li> </ul> </li> <li><strong>Prince George, VA</strong> <ul> <li>Monday – Thursday, 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM </li> <li>Monday - Thursday, 6:00 PM – 4:00 AM </li> <li>Friday – Sunday, 8:00 PM – 6:00 AM </li> <li>Friday – Sunday, 6:00 PM – 4:00 AM</li> </ul> </li> </ul> <h3>Yard Hostler Driver</h3> <p>The Yard Hostler Driver is responsible for safely and efficiently moving semi-trailers, shipping containers, and straight trucks around a warehouse, distribution center, or rail yard. This role is crucial to maintaining a smooth workflow, spotting trailers into active loading dock doors, staging areas, and parking stalls without driving on public highways.</p> <h3><span style="font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: small;">Key Responsibilities</span></h3> <ul> <li> <p><span style="font-family: arial, sans-serif;">Shunting Trailers: Drive specialized terminal tractors to maneuver 53-foot trailers between parking stalls, staging zones, and active loading docks.</span></p> </li> <li> <p><span style="font-family: arial, sans-serif;">Hydraulic Control: Use in-cab hydraulic lifts to raise and lower trailer legs, moving equipment safely without the need to manually crank landing gear.</span></p> </li> <li> <p id="m_5728612430007234236gmail-p-rc_993c55266e3d44fe-26"><span style="font-family: arial, sans-serif;">Yard Management: Verify trailer numbers for accuracy and log every trailer movement using onboard digital systems, inventory tracking tools, or dockyard management systems.</span></p> </li> <li> <p id="m_5728612430007234236gmail-p-rc_993c55266e3d44fe-27"><span style="font-family: arial, sans-serif;">Safety & Inspection: Perform thorough pre-trip and post-trip equipment inspections on yard tractors and trailers. Chock trailer wheels, manage dock locks, and report any damage or maintenance needs to supervisors.</span></p> </li> <li> <p id="m_5728612430007234236gmail-p-rc_993c55266e3d44fe-28"><span style="font-family: arial, sans-serif;">Coordination & Communication: Communicate effectively with warehouse, dock, and logistics staff via two-way radio or phone to ensure trailers are placed correctly for loading and unloading schedules.</span></p> </li> <li> <p id="m_5728612430007234236gmail-p-rc_993c55266e3d44fe-29"><span style="font-family: arial, sans-serif;">General Maintenance: Keep the yard clean, organized, and safe. Use assigned fuel stations to fuel vehicles as needed and accurately fill out driver vehicle inspection reports and logs accurately.</span></p> </li> </ul> <h3><span style="font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: small;">Requirements & Qualifications</span></h3> <ul> <li> <p id="m_5728612430007234236gmail-p-rc_993c55266e3d44fe-30"><span style="font-family: arial, sans-serif;">Driver’s License: Must have a clean driving record and be able to pass an MVR background screening.</span></p> </li> <li> <p id="m_5728612430007234236gmail-p-rc_993c55266e3d44fe-31"><span style