Yard Jockey
Aerotek - Savannah, GA
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Yard Jockey ($20/hr) Shift Second Shift: 2 PM - 10 PM Job Description Join our team as a Yard Jockey, where you will play a crucial role in securing and organizing our container storage yard. You will utilize a yard switcher and pickup truck, directing drivers who are picking up and dropping off equipment, and handling gate security transactions. Your responsibilities will include lifting and relocating improperly parked equipment, conducting security checks, and performing inventory counts. Responsibilities + Secure and organize the container storage yard. + Utilize a yard switcher and pickup truck. + Direct drivers picking up and dropping off equipment. + Handle gate security transactions. + Lift and relocate improperly parked equipment. + Conduct security checks and perform inventory counts. Essential Skills + General labor experience. + Forklift operating skills. + Driving skills. + Yard jockey experience. + Security knowledge. + Must have jockey operating experience. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Basic computer skills. + Experience communicating with truck drivers. Why Work Here? This full-time opportunity offers a comprehensive benefits package including 401k, PTO, vacation time, and a bonus program. You will have the chance to work in a dynamic environment with opportunities for overtime on weekdays and weekends. Work Environment You will work outdoors in a shipping container storage yard, facing the elements. This is a 365-day operation, requiring work on weekends and some holidays. The role involves outdoor labor, utilizing a yard jockey, pickup truck, and forklift, with the shift running from 2pm to 10pm. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Savannah, GA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:u2022 Medical, dental & visionu2022 Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospitalu2022 401(k) Retirement Plan u2013 Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableu2022 Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)u2022 Short and long-term disabilityu2022 Health Spending Account (HSA)u2022 Transportation benefitsu2022 Employee Assistance Programu2022 Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Savannah,GA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 6, 2026. About Aerotek: 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 meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry u2013 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 companiesu2019 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.
Created: 2026-03-27