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Non-CDL Yard Hostler / Yard Jockey
- Illinois
- Romeoville
- Pay : $ 27.00 - 28.00 per hour
Job Description:
Now hiring for a Non-CDL Yard Hostler / Yard Jockey
Location: Romeoville, IL
Pay Rate: $27.00 – $28.00 per hour
4 IMMEDIATE OPENINGS – DAY & NIGHT SHIFTS!
Available Shifts – 12 Hours
Day Shift – $27.00/hr
- Sunday–Wednesday | 7:00 AM–7:00 PM
- Thursday–Saturday | 7:00 AM–7:00 PM
Night Shift – $28.00/hr
- Sunday–Wednesday | 7:00 PM–7:00 AM
- Thursday–Saturday | 7:00 PM–7:00 AM
Staffmark Drivers is hiring 4 experienced Non-CDL Yard Hostlers / Yard Jockeys for immediate peak-season opportunities in Romeoville, IL!
Non-CDL Required! Operate well-maintained, automatic yard goats. All work is performed within the yard, home daily!
Job Duties
- Operate an automatic yard goat to move 53′ trailers and containers.
- Spot and stage trailers at dock doors and throughout the yard.
- Complete approximately 30–50 trailer moves per shift.
- Perform frequent backing, including blindside backing.
- Use onboard computer systems.
- Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
- Follow all yard safety procedures, including wheel chocking and verifying trailers are clear before moving.
- Strong backing skills, including blindside backing.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced yard environment
- 6 months of yard hostler, yard jockey, or trailer spotting experience within the past 3 years.
- No DUI’s/DWI’s
- No more than any combination of 3 moving violations and/or accidents within the past 3 years.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) plan and more
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Holiday Pay is provided for eligible Drivers
- Weekly Pay
- Staffmark Perkspot – discounts on almost anything you want to buy
If you have experience operating yard goats, spotting trailers, or moving containers in a busy distribution yard, we want to hear from you!
What You Will Do
Successful Non-CDL Yard Hostler / Yard Jockey candidates understand vehicle operation, transportation regulations, and defensive driving practices while maintaining accurate documentation and meeting delivery schedules. Strong time management and sound decision-making help drivers adapt to changing road and weather conditions.
This profession is well suited for individuals who enjoy working independently, taking responsibility for safe vehicle operation, and providing dependable transportation services.
About Us
At Staffmark, we connect hardworking people with great companies, creating opportunities that make a lasting impact.
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The base pay range listed reflects what we reasonably expect to offer for this role. Actual pay may vary based on location, experience, and performance. Depending on the position, benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement and savings plans; paid holidays and time off; supplemental insurance; and additional wellness or incentive programs and include anything reportable for federal tax purposes.
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