Yard Operations Lead - Intermodal Logistics

Telescope Recruitment Incorporated; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits after 3 months

Job summary

Telescope Recruitment Incorporated is seeking a hands-on Yard Supervisor for a large intermodal container yard near Highway 401 and Dixie Road in Mississauga. The role focuses on keeping the yard safe, organized, and efficient, coordinating containers, chassis, trucks, and yard personnel.

You will collaborate with drivers, dispatch, and maintenance teams to minimize downtime and ensure timely deliveries. The position requires availability beyond regular hours in a fast-paced, 24/7 environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in trucking, fleet operations or intermodal logistics.
• Practical understanding of trucks, trailers, chassis, and transportation equipment.
• Experience coordinating drivers, equipment or operational personnel in fast-paced environments.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to make operational decisions independently and under pressure.
• Willingness to work on-site and respond to urgent operational matters outside regular hours.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of a large intermodal container yard (~14 acres).
• Coordinate container movements, chassis availability, and equipment maintenance.
• Monitor a fleet of ~429 chassis and maintain inventory records.
• Support drivers with chassis or equipment issues.
• Lead crane operators and ensure safe container lifting and handling.
• Prepare weekly reports on equipment status and maintenance delays.
• Collaborate with dispatch, mechanics, and operations to maintain productivity.

Skills

Fleet operations

Driver coordination

Intermodal logistics

Operational decision making

Organizational skills

On-site presence

Safety awareness

Tools

Chassis inventory management

Genset monitoring

Fleet dispatch software

Job description

Telescope Recruitment Incorporated is seeking a hands-on Yard Supervisor for a large intermodal container yard near Highway 401 and Dixie Road in Mississauga. The role focuses on keeping the yard safe, organized, and efficient, coordinating containers, chassis, trucks, and yard personnel.

You will collaborate with drivers, dispatch, and maintenance teams to minimize downtime and ensure timely deliveries. The position requires availability beyond regular hours in a fast-paced, 24/7 environment.