Yard Jockey Jobs
Yard Jockey jobs are open across warehousing, trucking, and manufacturing, with specializations in trailer spotting, dock operations, and fleet coordination, from entry-level positions to experienced lead roles. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Heavy Equipment Operator / Yard Jockey / Forklift Operator
Power Pallet Inc. – Amsterdam, NY
Power Pallet is looking for a dependable, safety-minded equipment operator to join our team. This is a full-time floating position working wherever needed throughout our operation, both inside the building and outside in the yard.
Responsibilities:
- Operate loaders, forklifts, and other equipment to move materials and support production.
- Move and position trailers in the yard.
- Load and unload materials and keep work areas organized.
- Assist throughout the operation wherever needed.
- Complete equipment inspections and follow company safety procedures.
Qualifications:
- Experience operating loaders and forklifts and moving trailers in a yard preferred.
- Comfortable working indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Reliable attendance, a team attitude, and willingness to help where needed.
- Ability to follow directions and work safely around equipment and coworkers.
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m. Overtime and Saturdays required as business needs dictate.
Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k); paid holidays; and paid time off.
Pay: $18.50 - $22.00 per hour
Expected hours: 45.0 per week
Work Location: In person
Heavy Equipment Operator / Yard Jockey / Forklift Operator
Power Pallet Inc. – Amsterdam, NY
Power Pallet is looking for a dependable, safety-minded equipment operator to join our team. This is a full-time floating position working wherever needed throughout our operation, both inside the building and outside in the yard.
Responsibilities:
- Operate loaders, forklifts, and other equipment to move materials and support production.
- Move and position trailers in the yard.
- Load and unload materials and keep work areas organized.
- Assist throughout the operation wherever needed.
- Complete equipment inspections and follow company safety procedures.
Qualifications:
- Experience operating loaders and forklifts and moving trailers in a yard preferred.
- Comfortable working indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Reliable attendance, a team attitude, and willingness to help where needed.
- Ability to follow directions and work safely around equipment and coworkers.
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m. Overtime and Saturdays required as business needs dictate.
Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k); paid holidays; and paid time off.
Pay: $18.50 - $22.00 per hour
Expected hours: 45.0 per week
Work Location: In person
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in yard jockey jobs.
- Valid Class A or Class B CDL with a clean driving record
- Experience operating yard trucks, hostlers, or terminal tractors
- Ability to hook and unhook trailers and perform pre-trip inspections
- Comfort working in a high-volume dock or distribution environment
- Physical ability to work outdoors in variable weather conditions
- Basic knowledge of dock safety procedures and traffic patterns
Tips for Your Yard Jockey Job Search
List every piece of equipment you've operated
Yard jockey postings screen for specific equipment experience, so your resume needs to name the exact trucks, hostlers, and yard trucks you've operated. Vague phrases like 'heavy equipment' won't pass applicant tracking systems the way specific model names or types will.
Get your CDL class sorted early
Many yard jockey roles require a Class A or Class B CDL, and some list it as a hard filter. Confirm which class applies to the equipment at your target employers before you apply, so you're not disqualified on a technicality you could have addressed.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists yard jockey openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing. Applying early matters because high-volume distribution centers fill these seats fast.
Target postings that match your shift preference
Yard jockey work runs around the clock, and overnight or weekend shifts often have less competition. When you filter by shift in a listing, you sharpen your odds and show hiring managers you've read the posting carefully, which matters at facilities running tight schedules.
Prepare for a practical skills demonstration
Most yard jockey interviews include a drive test or a yard walk-through, not just a conversation. Practice backing into tight dock doors and coupling trailers cleanly before your interview so you're not shaking off rust on the day the supervisor is watching.
Negotiate shift differentials, not just base pay
At distribution centers and freight hubs, shift differentials for nights and weekends can add meaningful value to an offer. Ask what the differential rate is before you accept, since two offers at the same stated pay can look very different once shifts are factored in.
Yard Jockey Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most yard jockeys?
The most active employers for yard jockeys right now are Capstone Logistics, Lineage, and Ascentek, and the most openings are in Pennsylvania, Florida, and Oklahoma, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Distribution centers and third-party logistics providers consistently post the highest volumes of openings.
How many yard jockey jobs are remote?
About 0% of yard jockey openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, since the role requires physically moving trailers on a yard or dock. The small share of remote or flexible arrangements tends to cluster in dispatch coordination or yard supervision roles rather than hands-on spotting positions.
How do you become a yard jockey?
Start by earning a Class A or Class B CDL from your state's licensing authority, then get practice operating yard trucks or terminal tractors at a training facility or entry-level freight job. Build familiarity with trailer hookups, pre-trip inspections, and dock safety, and apply to distribution centers or logistics companies that hire for entry-level yard positions.
Can you get hired as a yard jockey with little or no experience?
Yes, some distribution centers and freight hubs hire yard jockeys with no prior spotting experience as long as you hold a valid CDL and can demonstrate safe driving habits. Highlighting any dock, forklift, or heavy vehicle background helps your application stand out, and facilities running overnight or weekend shifts are often the most willing to train newer drivers.
What does the yard jockey interview process look like?
Most yard jockey interviews start with a brief conversation covering your CDL class, driving history, and any relevant equipment experience. That is usually followed by a practical portion where a supervisor observes you operating a yard truck, backing into dock doors, and coupling trailers. Some facilities add a drug screen and MVR check before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to yard jockey jobs?
You can find and apply to yard jockey jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your CDL class, shift preference, and equipment experience, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background.
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