Flexible / Owner-Operator Yard Jockey/Hostler Jobs
No CDL required. You choose your own schedule. Pay: $38,000 - $60,000.
Flexible / Owner-Operator Yard Jockey/Hostler Positions
Yard jockeys (also called hostlers, yard drivers, or yard spotters) move trailers within distribution center yards, manufacturing facilities, and intermodal terminals. They shuttle trailers between dock doors, staging areas, and parking spots using specialized yard trucks (spotter trucks) or day cab tractors.
Owner-operators and independent contractors set their own schedules. You decide when to drive, when to go home, and which loads to accept.
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Are there flexible / owner-operator yard jockey/hostler jobs?
Yes, many yard jockey/hostler positions offer flexible / owner-operator schedules. Home daily is the most common home time for this role. You choose your own schedule.
How much do flexible / owner-operator yard jockey/hostlers make?
Flexible / Owner-Operator yard jockey/hostler positions typically pay $38,000 - $60,000. No CDL is required.
Do I need a CDL for flexible / owner-operator yard jockey/hostler jobs?
No, yard jockey/hostler jobs do not require a CDL. Requirements include ability to back trailers into tight dock doors accurately and efficiently and comfort operating in congested yard environments with forklifts, pedestrians, and other vehicles.