Night Yard Hostler: Efficient Trailer Moves & Dock Safety

C.R. England, Inc.; Shafter (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

C.R. England, Inc. is hiring a safety-conscious Yard Dog to move, spot, pull, and position trailers within our Woodland, California yard. This role supports daily yard and dock operations, maintains accurate trailer movement records, and follows Company safety procedures.

Responsibilities include operating yard tractors, coupling/uncoupling, inspecting doors and safety equipment, and reporting hazards. Night shifts and weekend work may be required to meet KPI targets.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old (or older per law/site policy).
• Valid state driver’s license required; CDL not required unless stated.
• 1+ year of yard hostler/yard jockey/trailer spotter or similar equipment operation.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate yard tractors/yard goats to move trailers between dock doors, yard slots, staging areas, and storage locations.
• Couple, uncouple, inspect, and safely position trailers.
• Open, close, and secure trailer doors and required dock-safety equipment.
• Complete inspections and report defects or safety hazards promptly.
• Maintain accurate yard and movement records.
• Follow safety rules and KPI/MPH targets as directed.

Skills

Driver's license

Yard hostler experience

Night shift ability

Weekend/holiday availability

Tools

CDL not required

Job description

C.R. England, Inc. is hiring a safety-conscious Yard Dog to move, spot, pull, and position trailers within our Woodland, California yard. This role supports daily yard and dock operations, maintains accurate trailer movement records, and follows Company safety procedures.

Responsibilities include operating yard tractors, coupling/uncoupling, inspecting doors and safety equipment, and reporting hazards. Night shifts and weekend work may be required to meet KPI targets.