Rail Yard Terminal Operator (Swing/Night Shifts)

Collabera; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct hire by client

Job summary

Collabera in Columbus, OH is seeking a direct-hire yard worker to operate hostlers and support container movements in a busy industrial yard.

You will back up under cranes, perform routine inspections, and coordinate with yard personnel while adhering to strict safety protocols. The role requires outdoor work in all weather, valid license, and open availability for nights, weekends, and holidays. The client offers medical insurance, retirement plans, PTO, and other client-specific benefits.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license (no CDL required).
• Open availability for swing or night shifts, weekends and holidays.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions, climb ladders/stairs on railcars, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Strong commitment to safety protocols in a strict, high-priority industrial environment.
• Clean background check meeting FRA/e-Rail standards and pass a 5-panel drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Drive hostlers and big rigs to position containers and chassis, backing up under cranes and parking in designated spots.
• Connect and disconnect hitches and air hoses, clipping and unclipping safely on the ground crew.
• Climb up and down rail cars while performing pre- and post-use equipment inspections.
• Maintain clear lines under cranes and coordinate moves with yard personnel and supervisors.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Swing/night shifts availability

Outdoor work in all weather

Safety protocols adherence

Background check & drug screen

Job description

Collabera in Columbus, OH is seeking a direct-hire yard worker to operate hostlers and support container movements in a busy industrial yard.

You will back up under cranes, perform routine inspections, and coordinate with yard personnel while adhering to strict safety protocols. The role requires outdoor work in all weather, valid license, and open availability for nights, weekends, and holidays. The client offers medical insurance, retirement plans, PTO, and other client-specific benefits.