Non-CDL Yard Hostler
StaffmarkNow hiring for a Non-CDL Yard Hostler
Location: Bakersfield, CA
Pay Rate: $25.00 per hour
Schedule: Approximately 4:00 AM Start Scheduled days to be confirmed. Sunday through Thursday are the busiest days, with some Saturday work possible. Two days off per week, likely staggered. Guaranteed 8 hours of pay per scheduled shift, even if released early.
Safe Driving. Reliable Service. Every Day.
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king for seasonal Non-CDL Yard Hostler jobs in Bakersfield where every mile matters? This opportunity puts your driving skills to work transporting goods safely, efficiently, and on schedule while supporting the businesses and customers that keep the economy moving.
What You'll Do
• Operate a yard goat to move trailers within the yard facility.
• Transport trailers between dock doors, staging areas, and designated parking locations.
• Safely couple and uncouple trailers as needed.
• Perform pre-trip equipment inspections and report any maintenance concerns.
• Follow dispatch instructions, yard traffic patterns, and operational procedures.
• Communicate effectively with operations and yard personnel.
• Maintain an organized, safe, and efficient trailer yard.
• Complete approximately 10-15 trailer moves per shift in a low-volume yard environment.
• Support daily yard operations while maintaining productivity and safety standards
Experience Requirements
• Minimum 6 months of verifiable Yard Hostler, Yard Jockey, Yard Goat, or Terminal Tractor experience within the past 3 years.
• Experience moving and positioning trailers in a warehouse, distribution, transportation, or logistics environment.
• Ability to safely operate yard hostling equipment and maneuver trailers in confined areas.
• Strong understanding of yard safety procedures and trailer movement operations.
• Dependable, safety-focused, and able to work independently.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record required.
• Ability to work an early morning start schedule and seasonal assignment.
Driver Requirements
• Valid driver's license required.
• CDL not required.
• Minimum 6 months of recent yard hostling experience within the last 3 years.
• Ability to safely operate a yard goat/terminal tractor.
• Ability to couple and uncouple trailers, including air lines and electrical connections.
• Must follow all yard safety rules, traffic patterns, and company procedures.
• Safety-minded with a strong commitment to accident prevention and equipment care.
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
What You Will Do
As a Non-CDL Yard Hostler you will safely operate vehicles to transport goods, materials, or equipment while following established routes, schedules, and safety regulations. You will perform vehicle inspections, maintain required documentation, communicate with dispatch or customers as needed, and help ensure deliveries are completed safely, accurately, and on time while maintaining a professional appearance and commitment to customer service.
• Safely operate yard hostling equipment to move and position trailers within the facility. - Move trailers between designated parking spaces, dock doors, and staging areas. - Safely couple and uncouple trailers as needed. - Follow yard traffic patterns, safety procedures, and dispatch instructions. - Conduct basic equipment inspections and report mechanical or safety concerns. - Maintain communication with yard personnel and operations teams. - Assist with maintaining an organized and safe trailer yard. - Complete assigned trailer moves accurately and efficiently.
Physical Requirements
• Ability to sit for extended periods while safely operating a vehicle.
• Ability to enter and exit vehicles frequently throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift, move, or secure freight and materials when required by the assignment.
• Ability to perform vehicle inspe