Yard Jockey Truck Driver

Job Summary:

Yard Jockey Truck Driver is responsible for moving and positioning trailers between buildings and dock doors. Safely operates yard tractor to spot, stage, and organize trailers within facility grounds. Follows yard safety procedures, performs basic equipment checks, and communicates with warehouse staff to support efficient loading and unloading operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate yard jockey truck to move containers, dry vans, flat racks, open tops, and low boys to and from dock doors, yard parking spots and staging areas.
• Ensure containers and dry vans are properly aligned to dock doors and ensure tire chocks and jack stands are properly used.
• Conduct pre- and post-trip inspections of the jockey truck and report any mechanical issues.
• Communicate effectively with warehouse staff, dispatch, and other drivers.
• Follow all company safety protocols and DOT regulations.
• Assist with container and dry van checks, and yard audits as needed.
• Report any incidents, delays, or equipment malfunctions immediately.
• Maintain cleanliness of vehicle and work area.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  
  

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Valid driver’s license (CDL preferred, not required for yard-only).
• Experience operating jockey trucks or yard hostlers preferred.
• Familiarity with various trailer types.
• Strong time management and communication skills.
• Ability to work safely in outdoor conditions.
• Ability to sit for long periods.
• Climb in/out of trucks frequently.
• Lift up to 50 lbs.
• Work in all weather conditions.
  
  
  

Work Environment:

• Conditions: The role involves working in a warehouse setting with exposure to varying temperatures and noise levels, requiring physical stamina.
• Hours: Must be available to work flexible hours, including potential overtime and weekends.
  
  
  

Work Schedule:

Days: Monday through Friday

Hours: 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM

All job offers are contingent upon completing and passing a background check and drug screen. Coastal Logistics Group is an equal opportunity employer (EEO). All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Vision: The most trusted 3PL Partner, delivering value through customized logistics solutions.

Mission: To engineer and execute customized value-added services that optimize the flow of commerce and enable customer growth.

Values:

Safety – Safety is our top priority, ensuring the well-being of our employees and our customers’ products.

Integrity – Integrity is at the core of our commitment to honesty and consistency, as we uphold strong ethical principles in everything that we do.

Diligence – Diligence is demonstrated through careful and persistent work and effort in every task we undertake.

Excellence – Excellence is achieved through continuous improvement, ingenuity and open communication at all levels of our organization.