Yard Jockey

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Yard Jockey Job Description

Ensure the secure and organized operation of a container storage yard. Responsibilities include utilizing a yard switcher and pickup truck, directing drivers for equipment pickups and drop-offs, conducting gate security transactions, and performing security checks and inventory counts.

• Secure and organize container storage yard using a yard switcher and pickup truck.
• Direct drivers for equipment pickup and drop-off.
• Conduct gate security transactions.
• Lift and relocate improperly parked equipment.
• Perform security checks and inventory counts.

• Experience operating a jockey.
• General labor skills.
• Forklift operation.
• Driving skills.
• Security skills.

• Basic computer skills.
• Experience as a yard hustler.
• Effective communication with truck drivers.

Enjoy a full-time opportunity with comprehensive benefits, including a 401k, PTO, vacation time, and a bonus program. Once permanent, employees receive additional perks.

This role requires working outdoors in a shipping container storage yard, dealing with the elements. The operation runs 365 days a year, including weekends and some holidays. The schedule is 3rd shift from 10pm to 6:30am, Tuesday to Saturday. Overtime is available on weekdays and weekends, and work involves utilizing a yard jockey, pickup truck, and forklift.

This is a Contract position based out of Savannah, GA.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Savannah, GA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 27, 2026.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges.

Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.