Yard Hostler Driver

Description

Yard Goat

El Paso, TX

Employment Type: Full Time

Rate of Pay: $22.00

We're looking for a Yard Goat (Yard Truck Operator) to join our team, where you'll play an essential role in keeping trailers moving safely and efficiently throughout our warehouse yard. Success in this role means ensuring trailers are positioned accurately, dock operations stay on schedule, and the yard remains organized to support smooth receiving and shipping operations.

This role is ideal for someone who is safety-focused, dependable, and comfortable operating heavy equipment in a fast-paced industrial environment. You'll thrive if you enjoy hands-on work, communicating with a team, and taking pride in keeping operations running smoothly.

Your Impact:

As a Yard Goat , you will:

• •Safely operate yard trucks, terminal tractors, or shunt trucks to move, position, and stage trailers and containers throughout the facility yard.
• •Spot trailers accurately at assigned dock doors while following yard management instructions and operational schedules.
• •Perform required pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections, reporting maintenance needs, equipment damage, or safety concerns promptly.
• •Maintain a clean, organized, and safe yard by keeping traffic lanes clear, following designated trailer staging procedures, and adhering to safety requirements.
• •Communicate with dock supervisors, dispatchers, and drivers to coordinate trailer movements, provide updates, and minimize operational delays.
• •Maintain accurate trailer movement records and assist with trailer sealing, chocking, landing gear adjustments, and other yard-related tasks as needed.

What You Bring to the Table:

• •High School Diploma or GED required.
• •1–2 years of experience operating yard trucks, terminal tractors, or shunt trucks in a warehouse, distribution, or freight environment required.
• •Valid driver's license required; CDL preferred or willingness to obtain one based on facility requirements.
• •Experience backing trailers into dock doors, coupling and uncoupling trailers, and safely navigating busy industrial yards.
• •Strong understanding of yard safety practices, equipment inspections, and safe trailer handling procedures.
• •Ability to perform physically demanding work in varying weather conditions and work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, overnight shifts, or overtime as operational needs require.

About UNIS:

UNIS accelerates logistics success through a powerful, technology-driven Transportation Management System designed to deliver exceptional control, real-time visibility, and scalable adaptability across complex supply chain networks. We are committed to elevating both our people and our operations, continuously pushing toward higher standards of performance and innovation.

As our clients partner with UNIS, the relationship extends far beyond transactional logistics support. We serve as a strategic partner, unlocking a suite of value-added services powered by advanced analytics, intelligent automation, and data-driven insights. By unifying transportation, assets, and information through AI-enabled technology, UNIS helps clients optimize decision-making, enhance operational efficiency, and drive smarter, more resilient supply chains.

Perks & Benefits:

We believe in supporting our people both professionally and personally. Our benefits include:

• •Competitive health benefits
• •Paid time off in accordance with company policy and applicable state requirements
• •Leadership and professional development programs
• •Opportunities to build AI literacy through hands-on use of intelligent systems and automation that support human, data-driven decision-making.
• •Internal growth and career mobility opportunities
• •Free luncheons and on-site team events

Use of AI & Technology:

UNIS leverages AI-enabled tools and automation to enhance efficiency, insights, and decision support across our operations. These tools are designed to support human judgment—not replace it. All employment-related decisions, including hiring, performance management, and career development, are made by people, guided by data, experience, and our company values.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. UNIS promotes diversity and inclusivity in all forms, which helps to shape our company culture and industry leading third-party logistics. UNIS provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace for all employees, and we proudly support the Crown Act.

Please note that all applicants are subject to background checks prior to hire and are required to provide proof of employment eligibility upon hire. The Company may participate in E-Verify, where applicable.