Yard Jockey

Sunday–Thursday | 8:45 PM – 5:30 AM | Mandatory OT

If you’re an experienced yard switcher — or an OTR driver ready to come off the road and enjoy a stable, home‑daily schedule — this is a strong opportunity to join a team that values safety, consistency, and professionalism.

You’ll play a key role in keeping our customer’s operation running smoothly by moving trailers in and out of dock areas at the Nissan Vehicle Plant.

Essential Responsibilities

• Safely move trailers in and around the Nissan Vehicle Plant dock areas
• Ensure timely flow of equipment to support production
• Perform pre‑trip inspections
• Open/close trailer doors
• Hook/unhook trailers
• Maneuver equipment with strong backing skills
• Enter/exit yard tractor multiple times per shift
• Place wheel chocks and slide tandems when needed

Qualifications

• Yard switching experience strongly recommended
• Over‑the‑road (OTR) driving experience strong recommended
• Valid Class A CDL REQUIRED
• Valid driver’s license REQUIRED
• No reckless driving convictions in the past 5 years
• No DUI convictions in the past 5 years
• No suspensions or revocations in the past 5 years
• No serious violations in the past 12 months
• No more than 3 moving violations in the past 3 years
• Tractor‑trailer or yard switching experience is a plus

Physical Requirements

• Open/Close trailer door - force requirement: 46 lbs.
• Hook/Unhook trailer - force requirement: 90 lbs.
• Perform pre-trip inspections
• Drive/Walk/Stand
• Frequent bending for placement of wheel chocks
• Safely enter/exit yard tractor multiple times per shift
• Sliding trailer tandems when necessary
• Safely maneuvering equipment with good backing skills

Yate Services Benefits

• Competitive 401(k) after 1 year
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation hours
• Health, dental, vision, whole & term life insurance
• Company‑paid prescription safety glasses
• Family Day & Movie Night events
• Free on‑site recreation center (weights, basketball, softball, swimming pool)

Pay: Up to $26.82 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $27