Non-CDL Yard Hostler

Staffmark Group; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) plan

Employee Assistance Program

Holiday pay

Weekly pay

Staffmark perks

Job summary

Staffmark Group is hiring for a Seasonal Non-CDL Yard Hostler in Fremont, CA. The position starts at 4am with a pay rate of $27.00 per hour. This role focuses on moving trailers and supporting yard operations.

You will safely operate yard hostler equipment, position trailers at docks, couple and uncouple trailers, and perform basic inspections. The job emphasizes safety, reliability, and independent work in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of verifiable yard hostler, yard jockey, or yard goat experience within the past 3 years.
• Experience operating a yard hostler, terminal tractor, or Ottawa-style yard truck.
• Experience moving trailers in and out of dock doors.
• Ability to perform blindside backing safely and efficiently.
• Experience coupling and uncoupling trailers and handling air line connections.
• Familiarity with trailer staging, dock assignments, and yard safety procedures.
• Previous experience in a warehouse, transportation terminal, or distribution center preferred.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a yard hostler/yard jockey truck to move trailers throughout the facility.
• Position trailers at designated dock doors, staging areas, and parking spaces.
• Couple and uncouple trailers, including connecting and disconnecting air lines.
• Perform basic pre-trip and post-trip equipment inspections.
• Follow all yard safety procedures and traffic patterns.
• Communicate with dispatch and yard personnel regarding trailer movements.
• Maintain an organized and safe work environment.
• Complete trailer moves accurately and efficiently.

Skills

Yard hostler operation

Trailer maneuvering

Dock door positioning

Safety procedures

Pre-trip inspections

Independent work

Tools

Ottawa-style yard truck

Job description

Now hiring for a Non-CDL Yard Hostler Location: Fremont, CA Pay Rate: $27.00 per hour Schedule: 4am start time

More Than Driving. A Career in Motion.

Looking for Seasonal Non-CDL Yard Hostler jobs in Fremont This opportunity puts your driving skills to work transporting goods safely, efficiently, and on schedule while supporting the businesses and customers that keep the economy moving.

What You'll Do

• Safely operate a yard hostler/yard jockey truck to move trailers throughout the facility.
• Position trailers at designated dock doors, staging areas, and parking spaces.
• Couple and uncouple trailers, including connecting and disconnecting air lines.
• Perform basic pre-trip and post-trip equipment inspections.
• Follow all yard safety procedures and traffic patterns.
• Communicate with dispatch and yard personnel regarding trailer movements.
• Maintain an organized and safe work environment.
• Complete trailer moves accurately and efficiently.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 6 months of verifiable yard hostler, yard jockey, or yard goat experience within the past 3 years.
• Experience operating a yard hostler, terminal tractor, or Ottawa-style yard truck.
• Experience moving trailers in and out of dock doors.
• Ability to perform blindside backing safely and efficiently.
• Experience coupling and uncoupling trailers and handling air line connections.
• Familiarity with trailer staging, dock assignments, and yard safety procedures.
• Previous experience in a warehouse, transportation terminal, or distribution center preferred.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Driving Requirements

• Valid driver's license required (CDL not required).
• Good driving record with no more than 3 moving violations, at-fault accidents, or a combination of both within the past 36 months.
• No DUI/DWI convictions within the past 5 years.
• Ability to safely maneuver trailers and yard equipment in congested yard environments.
• Must meet all pre-employment screening requirements.
• Dependable, punctual, and safety-focused with a commitment to following all yard safety procedures.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) plan and more
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Holiday Pay is provided for eligible Drivers
• Weekly Pay
• Staffmark Perkspot - discounts on almost anything you want to buy

The base pay range listed reflects what we reasonably expect to offer for this role. Actual pay may vary based on location, experience, and performance. Depending on the position, benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement and savings plans; paid holidays and time off; supplemental insurance; and additional wellness or incentive programs.

About Us

At Staffmark, we connect hardworking people with great companies, creating opportunities that make a lasting impact.

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