Yard Jockey

Intellisource Colorado•Matteson, IL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

IntelliSource is seeking a dependable, safety-focused Yard Jockey to support trailer movement and yard operations at a fast-paced distribution facility. The role safely moves, positions, and stages tractor-trailers throughout the property while coordinating with dock, warehouse, and transportation teams. The employee may also perform additional facility-related responsibilities as assigned. This is a contract position with an immediate start and an estimated end date on or around December 31, 2026. Final dates depend on business demands, and an extension may be possible by mutual interest. The role is safety-sensitive, and offers are contingent on successful post-offer criminal background screening and drug testing. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States and provide documentation of identity and employment eligibility within three business days of their start date. The position pays $27 per hour, based on experience and geographic area, with overtime potential and a full benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage. Shifts may be days, evenings, or overnight, and may include weekends, holidays, or overtime based on operational needs.

Requirements

Valid state-issued driver's license.
At least 2 years of Yard Jockey experience.
At least 12 months of experience operating a tractor-trailer unit.
Acceptable motor vehicle record and ability to meet company, customer, insurance, and regulatory driving requirements.
Ability to safely maneuver and back tractor-trailers in confined or high-traffic areas.
Ability to understand and follow written and verbal safety instructions.
Ability to complete required records, logs, inspections, and DOT documentation.
Ability to work independently and maintain dependable attendance.
Must be authorized to work in the United States and provide documentary evidence of identity and employment eligibility within three business days of the start date.
Successful completion of post-offer criminal background screening and drug testing.
Ability to perform the essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodation, including operating large powered equipment; repeatedly entering and exiting tractor and trailer equipment; walking for extended periods; using ladders and stairs; bending, twisting, pulling, reaching, and stooping; visually inspecting equipment and documentation; using a computer or mobile device; writing and completing records; hearing equipment sounds and alarms; and observing people and activity in the work area.
Ability to work outdoors for extended periods in varying temperatures and weather conditions, around moving vehicles and powered equipment, and on sloped, uneven, wet, icy, or slippery surfaces.

Nice To Haves

Previous yard-driver, hostler, spotter, or trailer-movement experience.
Experience in a distribution center, fulfillment center, transportation terminal, warehouse, or manufacturing environment.
Experience operating a terminal tractor, yard hostler, yard jockey, or similar equipment.
Familiarity with trailer-inventory systems, yard-management systems, or electronic tracking tools.
Knowledge of DOT safety and equipment-inspection requirements.

Responsibilities

Safely operate tractor-trailers and yard equipment according to company, customer, local, state, and federal requirements.
Coordinate trailer movements with dock coordinators, warehouse leaders, and transportation personnel.
Move and position trailers at designated dock doors, staging areas, and parking locations accurately and within required timelines.
Inspect trucks, tractors, and trailers, including pre-shift, post-shift, and routine inspections, and confirm safety and emergency equipment is in proper working condition.
Maintain appropriate fuel levels and report equipment maintenance or repair needs.
Check trailer inventory and verify trailer numbers, locations, and load status.
Maintain accurate records, inspection reports, logs, forms, and required DOT documentation.
Safely couple and uncouple tractor-trailer equipment and verify that trailers are properly secured before and after movement.
Immediately report unsafe working conditions, damaged equipment or products, accidents, and improper procedures to management.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
Communicate professionally with associates, supervisors, customers, suppliers, and other operational partners.
Follow established procedures and use sound judgment to resolve routine operational issues.
Prioritize trailer movements according to dock schedules, shipping deadlines, and operational needs.
Adapt to changing work demands, assignments, and facility priorities.
Complete additional job-related duties throughout the facility as assigned.