Yard Mule/ Jockey Operator

JobSquad; Florida; On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The JobSquad Solutions Team in Sweetwater, FL is seeking an experienced Yard Mule/Jockey Operator to move, spot and park trailers across the yard. This role requires 3–5 years of verifiable experience and fluency in English and Spanish to communicate with our diverse logistics team and dispatchers.

You will perform pre-trip inspections, coordinate with drivers and dispatchers to ensure smooth yard traffic, and maintain a safe, clean yard in compliance with safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Must be bilingual in English and Spanish to communicate with a diverse logistics team and dispatchers.
• 3–5 years of verifiable experience operating a Yard Mule / Yard Jockey.
• Overtime flexibility required.

Responsibilities

• Operate a Yard Mule / Yard Jockey safely to move, spot, and park trailers.
• Perform routine pre-trip and post-trip inspections and report issues.
• Coordinate with dispatchers, warehouse leads, and drivers to ensure smooth yard traffic.
• Chock trailer wheels and connect/disconnect air lines and cords as required.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe yard following safety regulations.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Job description

The JobSquad Solutions Team is currently looking for a Yard Mule/Jockey Operator to work at a company located in the Sweetwater, FL area! Job Title: Yard Mule/Jockey Operator Job Location: Sweetwater Pay and Hours Temp to Hire $20/hr. plus Overtime. Job Overview We are seeking an experienced and dependable Yard Mule Operator to join our logistics team in the Sweetwater, FL area. The ideal candidate will be responsible for safely and efficiently moving trailers throughout our facility yard. This position requires fluency in both English and Spanish to communicate effectively with our diverse logistics team and dispatchers.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a Yard Mule / Yard Jockey safely to move, spot, and park trailers at designated loading docks or staging areas.
• Perform routine pre-trip and post-trip inspections on the yard mule and report any maintenance issues.
• Coordinate closely with dispatchers, warehouse leads, and drivers to ensure a smooth flow of yard traffic.
• Chock trailer wheels and hook/unhook air lines and electrical cords as required.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe yard environment adhering to all safety regulations.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: 3 to 5 years of verifiable experience operating a Yard Mule / Yard Jockey.
• Language: Fully bilingual (English/Spanish) with the ability to speak, read, and understand instructions in both languages.
• Flexibility: Must be able to work overtime.

The JobSquad Solutions Team is made up of experts around the country. Serving our local workforce communities is our passion.

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