Yard Jockey: Home-Daily Switcher (Part-Time)

ADP, Inc.; Perth Amboy (NJ); On-site; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Home Daily

Drop & Hook

Job summary

US 1 Shorthaul in Perth Amboy, NJ is seeking a part-time Yard Jockey (Switcher) to move trailers, perform drop and hook, and conduct yard audits during a morning shift.

This role requires safety awareness, ability to read manuals, and English proficiency; CDL is preferred, with 12 months trailer experience and pre-employment background/drug checks.

You’ll work Monday through Thursday, 7:00am–12:00pm, paid weekly, with home daily duties and access to multiple company benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience backing 48' to 53' trailers.
• 12 months of over-the-road or trailer spotting in last 3 years.
• Pass pre-hire background and drug test.
• CDL is preferred for the role.

Responsibilities

• Move trailers in and out of dock with yard goats.
• Drop and hook responsibilities.
• Perform yard audits at shift end.
• Pre- and post-trip inspections and submit reports on truck condition.
• Follow safety-sensitive guidelines within the yard.
• Carry out other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Team player

Safety rules comprehension

English language

YMS trailer moves

Education

Class A CDL (preferred)

Tools

YMS

Job description

US 1 Shorthaul in Perth Amboy, NJ is seeking a part-time Yard Jockey (Switcher) to move trailers, perform drop and hook, and conduct yard audits during a morning shift.

This role requires safety awareness, ability to read manuals, and English proficiency; CDL is preferred, with 12 months trailer experience and pre-employment background/drug checks.

You’ll work Monday through Thursday, 7:00am–12:00pm, paid weekly, with home daily duties and access to multiple company benefits.