Non-CDL Yard Hostler
Listed on 2026-11-01
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Transportation
Truck Driver, CDL, Driver, Transportation & Logistics
Now hiring for a Non-CDL Yard Hostler
Location: Fremont, CA
Pay Rate: $27.00 per hour
Schedule: 4am start time
More Than Driving. A Career in Motion.
Looking for Seasonal Non-CDL Yard Hostler jobs in Fremont 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- Safely operate a yard hostler/yard jockey truck to move trailers throughout the facility.
- Position trailers at designated dock doors, staging areas, and parking spaces.
- Couple and uncouple trailers, including connecting and disconnecting air lines.
- Perform basic pre-trip and post-trip equipment inspections.
- Follow all yard safety procedures and traffic patterns.
- Communicate with dispatch and yard personnel regarding trailer movements.
- Maintain an organized and safe work environment.
- Complete trailer moves accurately and efficiently.
- Minimum 6 months of verifiable yard hostler, yard jockey, or yard goat experience within the past 3 years.
- Experience operating a yard hostler, terminal tractor, or Ottawa-style yard truck.
- Experience moving trailers in and out of dock doors.
- Ability to perform blindside backing safely and efficiently.
- Experience coupling and uncoupling trailers and handling air line connections.
- Familiarity with trailer staging, dock assignments, and yard safety procedures.
- Previous experience in a warehouse, transportation terminal, or distribution center preferred.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
- Valid driver’s license required (CDL not required).
- Good driving record with no more than 3 moving violations, at-fault accidents, or a combination of both within the past 36 months.
- No DUI/DWI convictions within the past 5 years.
- Ability to safely maneuver trailers and yard equipment in congested yard environments.
- Must meet all pre-employment screening requirements.
- Dependable, punctual, and safety-focused with a commitment to following all yard safety procedures.
- 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
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 a yard hostler/yard jockey truck to move trailers throughout the facility. – Position trailers at designated dock doors, staging areas, and parking spaces. – Couple and uncouple trailers, including connecting and disconnecting air lines. – Perform basic pre-trip and post-trip equipment inspections. – Follow all yard safety procedures and traffic patterns. – Communicate with dispatch and yard personnel regarding trailer movements.
– Maintain an organized and safe work environment. – Complete trailer moves accurately and efficiently.
- 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 inspections and work safely in varying weather and road conditions.
- Previous professional driving, delivery, transportation, or logistics experience is preferred.
- Experience operating…
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