Night Shift Yard Hostler — Safe, Efficient Trailer Moves

CR England; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

CR England in Woodland, CA is seeking an experienced Yard Hostler to safely move trailers within the yard, load/unload operations, and maintain an organized, accident-free work area. The position is safety sensitive and requires adherence to strict protocols.

Night shift with KPIs such as moves per hour and on-time moves, demanding endurance and strong teamwork. Valid driver’s license and ability to operate yard goats are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 hours daily in standing, walking or bending.
• 1+ year of experience as a Yard Hostler or similar role.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to operate yard goats and other material handling equipment.
• Physical stamina to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to safety protocols and procedures.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work varying shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Drive yard goats (tractors) to move trailers between doors, dock areas, and storage locations.
• Perform multiple trailers moves per hour, meeting KPIs: Moves Per Hour (MPH) and On-Time Moves (OTM).
• Open and secure trailer doors with wires.
• Place chocks and pup stands during trailer docking.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and regulations set by customer.
• Maintain a high level of physical fitness to navigate a fast-paced work environment.
• Collaborate with management to ensure efficient operations and complete tasks as assigned.
• Monitoring trailer inventory and reporting discrepancies.
• Performing pre-shift safety inspections on equipment.
• Maintaining accurate records of trailer movements and inventory.

Skills

Yard operations

Driving

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

CR England in Woodland, CA is seeking an experienced Yard Hostler to safely move trailers within the yard, load/unload operations, and maintain an organized, accident-free work area. The position is safety sensitive and requires adherence to strict protocols.

Night shift with KPIs such as moves per hour and on-time moves, demanding endurance and strong teamwork. Valid driver’s license and ability to operate yard goats are required.