CDL-A Yard Hostler | $26 HR | Garden City GA

Job Description

Road Warrior Staffing is hiring an experienced CDL-A Yard Hostler for a full-time opportunity in Garden City, Georgia.

This position pays $26 per hour and offers a consistent afternoon shift from 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM. The driver will operate a yard horse and complete approximately 40 or more trailer moves per shift. This is primarily a yard-driving position, although the driver may occasionally be required to leave the property, making an active CDL-A necessary.

This opportunity is ideal for a dependable, safety-focused driver with strong backing and trailer-spotting skills who is comfortable working in a busy yard environment.

Pay and Schedule

• $26 per hour
• $1,000 sign-on bonus after 90 days
• Shift: 3:00 PM–12:00 AM
• Weekend work may occasionally be required
• Full-time opportunity
• Local yard operation

Duties

• Safely operate a yard horse within a busy distribution yard
• Complete approximately 40 or more trailer moves per shift
• Spot and position trailers accurately at designated dock doors
• Move trailers between parking areas, staging locations, and docks
• Perform frequent backing maneuvers in tight spaces
• Conduct required equipment inspections before and after each shift
• Follow all yard traffic patterns and safety procedures
• Maintain communication with yard management and warehouse personnel
• Report equipment, trailer, or safety concerns promptly
• Leave the yard when operationally required

Qualifications

• Valid CDL-A license
• Current DOT Medical Card
• Previous yard hostler, yard jockey, yard goat, or tractor-trailer experience preferred
• Strong backing and trailer-spotting abilities
• Comfortable completing 40 or more yard moves per day
• Ability to work the 3:00 PM–12:00 AM shift
• Available for occasional weekend work
• Dependable attendance and punctuality
• Must meet applicable DOT, company, and insurance requirements
• Must successfully complete the required background check, drug screening, and driving evaluation

Benefits

• $26 per hour
• $1,000 sign-on bonus after 90 days
• Full-time employment
• Consistent afternoon schedule
• Local yard operation
• Available equipment
• No warehouse or forklift duties
• Road Warrior Staffing support throughout the hiring process

Road Warrior Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Employment with Road Warrior Staffing is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment background check and drug screen. Safety-sensitive positions are subject to DOT-compliant testing as required by federal regulations.

This is a temporary-to-hire, contract, or direct-hire position through Road Warrior Staffing. This position is offered and managed by Road Warrior Staffing on behalf of our client.