Yard Hostler

Staffmark Group; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Weekly Pay

Comprehensive Benefits including med/d

Life Insurance and Disability

Optional 401(k) Plan

Home Daily Opportunities

Job summary

Staffmark is hiring for a Yard Hostler in Carson, CA. The role uses a yard goat to move trailers between docks, with a focus on safety and efficiency. Local, hands-on driving keeps freight moving and requires strong communication with dispatch and warehouse staff.

Pay is $31.00 per hour, schedule Monday-Friday 2pm–11:30pm with occasional Saturdays. CDL Class A, medical card, and DOT knowledge are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL with a safe driving record.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations, Hours of Service requirements, and vehicle safety procedures.
• Ability to perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and complete required documentation.
• Experience safely operating tractor-trailers in a professional environment.
• Strong communication skills, time management, and commitment to customer service.
• 22 years of age or older
• Valid Class A license
• Valid Medical Card
• 1 year or more Class A Yard Hostling experience within the last 3 years.
• Driver may not exceed any combination of 3 moving violations and/or preventable accidents on their MVR in the past 36 months.
• NO DUI'S / DWI'S in the past 5 years
• NO Reckless Driving in the past 5 years

Responsibilities

• Yard hostlers will drive and maneuver yard goat & trailers from dock to dock switching out empty trailers with full trailers to keep production moving.
• Safety is always the key, so driver must be safety minded, perform pre and post trips daily, chock rear wheels
• Be aware of safety hazards in all weather conditions, and check trailers before pulling away from the dock doors.
• Ability to work in fast paced environment, moving approximately 60+ moves per shift, with a VERY tight yard
• Driver must have strong communication skills as they will be interacting and taking direction from dispatchers, or warehouse managers on a consistent basis through radio and on board computer system.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Customer service

Safety minded

Team player

Tools

DOT regulations

Hours of Service

Job description

Now hiring for a Yard Hostler

Location: Carson, CA

Pay Rate: $31.00 per hour

Schedule: Monday-Friday 2pm to 11:30pm (occasional Saturdays)

Respect for CDL Drivers, Every Mile.

Looking for Yard Hostler jobs in Carson that keep you close to home while putting your Class A CDL to work? This opportunity offers professional local driving with a focus on safety, reliability, and delivering exceptional service every day.

Enjoy a hands‑on driving role where you keep freight moving! You'll operate a yard goat to move trailers between docks in a fast‑paced yard environment. You will also shuttle containers from one yard to another. If you're an experienced hostler who enjoys staying busy, maneuvering trailers, and putting your driving skills to work, we'd love to hear from you!

Job Duties

• Yard hostlers will drive and maneuver yard goat & trailers from dock to dock switching out empty trailers with full trailers to keep production moving.
• Safety is always the key, so driver must be safety minded, perform pre and post trips daily, chock rear wheels
• Be aware of safety hazards in all weather conditions, and check trailers before pulling away from the dock doors.
• Ability to work in fast paced environment, moving approximately 60+ moves per shift, with a VERY tight yard
• Driver must have strong communication skills as they will be interacting and taking direction from dispatchers, or warehouse managers on a consistent basis through radio and on board computer system.

Experience Requirements

• Valid Class A CDL with a safe driving record.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations, Hours of Service requirements, and vehicle safety procedures.
• Ability to perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and complete required documentation.
• Experience safely operating tractor-trailers in a professional environment.
• Strong communication skills, time management, and commitment to customer service.
• 22 years of age or older
• Valid Class A license
• Valid Medical Card
• 1 year or more Class A Yard Hostling experience within the last 3 years.
• Driver may not exceed any combination of 3 moving violations and/or preventable accidents on their MVR in the past 36 months.
• NO DUI'S / DWI'S in the past 5 years
• NO Reckless Driving in the past 5 years.

Benefits

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance for added peace of mind.
• Optional 401(k) Plan to help you prepare for the future.
• Home Daily Opportunities available on many local routes.

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.

Great place to work, very flexible, decent pay, and prompt responses...they are very good at matching you with a job.

About Us

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

Staffmark is an equal opportunity employer. Allapplicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Staffmark offers reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities; contact your local branch for inquiries.

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