Yard Jockey

Aerotek; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Paid training

No CDL required

Career advancement opportunities

Outdoor work environment

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring for a Yard Jockey position based in Harrisburg, PA. The role centers on operating jockey/hostler trucks to move trailers and freight within a busy rail yard, coordinating with crane operators and terminal staff, and ensuring safe, efficient traffic flow.

The job emphasizes physical, outdoor work, safety compliance, and teamwork, with training provided and opportunities to advance in a growing logistics environment.

Qualifications

• Must have experience loading and unloading trailers, containers, or freight.
• General labor, warehouse, logistics, transportation, or industrial experience preferred.
• Ability to work safely around heavy equipment and moving vehicles.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn new skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate jockey/hostler trucks to move trailers, containers, and chassis in the rail yard.
• Assist with loading and unloading freight from railcars and trailers.
• Coordinate freight movement with crane operators and terminal staff.
• Maintain safe, efficient flow of rail and truck traffic throughout the facility.
• Perform safety-focused inspections and follow procedures.
• Contribute to keeping trains on schedule and freight moving across North America.

Skills

Loading/unloading freight

Warehousing/logistics experience

Safety-conscious

Team collaboration

Job description

Yard Jockey Position in Harrisburg, PA!

As a Rail Yard Operator, you'll be at the center of terminal operations, helping ensure freight moves safely and efficiently across the rail network.

In this role, you will:

• Operate jockey/hostler trucks to move trailers, containers, and chassis throughout the rail yard.
• Assist with loading and unloading freight from railcars and trailers.
• Work closely with crane operators and terminal personnel to coordinate freight movement.
• Help maintain the safe, efficient flow of rail and truck traffic throughout the facility.
• Perform safety-focused inspections and follow operational procedures.
• Play a key role in keeping trains on schedule and freight moving to customers across North America.

What We're Looking For:

We're seeking dependable, hardworking team players who enjoy staying active and working in a fast-paced outdoor environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience loading and unloading trailers, containers, or freight.
• General labor, warehouse, logistics, transportation, or industrial experience.
• Ability to work safely around heavy equipment and moving vehicles.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn new skills.

Work Environment:

This is an outdoor, hands-on position where you'll be working in all seasons and weather conditions.

You should be comfortable:

• Working outdoors year-round in rain, snow, heat, and cold.
• Being on your feet and remaining physically active throughout your shift.
• Operating hostler equipment designed for rail yard operations.
• Working as part of a close-knit team in a fast-moving environment.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

No CDL Required

Paid, Hands-On Training

No Railroad Experience Needed

Opportunities for Career Growth

Active Work Environment - No Desk Job

Supportive Team Culture

Essential Industry with Long-Term Stability

Every trailer you move and every train you help load plays a direct role in delivering goods across the continent. If you're looking for a career where your work matters, your team has your back, and you can build valuable transportation and logistics skills, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Harrisburg, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.93 - $21.88/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Harrisburg, PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Harrisburg,PA.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.