Night Yard Dog Driver | Terminal Tractor Operator

Bengal Transportation Services, Inc; Geismar (LA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Bengal Transportation Services, Inc in Donaldsonville, LA is hiring night-shift Yard Dog Drivers to operate yard dog/terminal tractor, move trailers and pilings on a project site, coordinating with loading crews to keep materials moving safely.

This on-site role requires six days a week, 12-hour nights, with onboarding by November 14, 2026; CDL is preferred but not required. The position offers a stable, safety-focused team environment with emphasis on teamwork and reliable attendance.

Qualifications

• A valid driver's license.
• Ability to safely operate yard dog and trailer in an active industrial environment.
• Availability to work the required six-day schedule and 12-hour night shifts.
• Dependable attendance, clear communication, and the ability to follow directions.
• A strong commitment to safe equipment operation and teamwork.
• Availability to complete onboarding by November 14, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Operate a yard dog / terminal tractor to haul pilings and reposition trailers within the project site.
• Maneuver and position trailers safely in loading, unloading, and staging areas.
• Coordinate movements with loading crews, spotters, supervisors, and other site personnel.
• Confirm trailers and loads are ready for movement in coordination with the loading crew.
• Perform pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and promptly report defects or maintenance needs.
• Follow site traffic controls, designated routes, speed limits, and safe operating procedures.
• Maintain awareness of pedestrians, equipment, changing ground conditions, and limited visibility during night operations.
• Keep the cab and assigned equipment clean and maintain required inspection or activity records.
• Report hazards, incidents, and unsafe conditions promptly.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Safe equipment operation

Teamwork

Clear communication

Follow directions

Attendance reliability

Tools

CDL (preferred)

Job description

Bengal Transportation Services, Inc in Donaldsonville, LA is hiring night-shift Yard Dog Drivers to operate yard dog/terminal tractor, move trailers and pilings on a project site, coordinating with loading crews to keep materials moving safely.

This on-site role requires six days a week, 12-hour nights, with onboarding by November 14, 2026; CDL is preferred but not required. The position offers a stable, safety-focused team environment with emphasis on teamwork and reliable attendance.