Yard Jockey

Yard Jockey

This role focuses on safely and efficiently moving trailers and rail containers within a wastewater plant yard while supporting daily operations for a busy industrial facility. You will prepare equipment for use, assist with material handling, and perform additional tasks assigned by leads and operators to keep the yard running smoothly.

Responsibilities

• Prepare trailers and rail containers for use by inspecting them and ensuring they are ready for loading and transport.
• Install liners in trailers and rail containers according to site procedures and safety standards.
• Operate a yard jockey vehicle to move trailers and rail containers around the yard in a safe, efficient, and timely manner.
• Coordinate with leads and operators to understand daily priorities and move equipment and materials to designated locations.
• Support material handling activities within the yard, including positioning trailers and containers for loading and unloading.
• Follow all site safety rules, traffic patterns, and equipment operating procedures within the wastewater plant.
• Perform basic pre- and post-operation checks on yard jockey and related equipment, and report any issues or defects.
• Assist with additional tasks and duties assigned by leads and operators to support overall yard and plant operations.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, including keeping traffic lanes and equipment staging areas clear.
• Communicate clearly with team members and supervisors to ensure smooth yard operations and minimize downtime.

Essential Skills

• 25+ years of experience working as a yard jockey or in a similar yard truck/spotter role.
• Proven ability to safely operate a yard jockey vehicle to move trailers and rail containers within an industrial yard.
• Experience working in an industrial, plant, or similar heavy operations environment.
• Strong awareness of safety practices related to vehicle operation and yard traffic.
• Ability to follow instructions from leads and operators and adapt to changing priorities during the shift.
• Capability to perform physical tasks such as installing liners and climbing in and out of equipment as needed.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy equipment such as skid steers, Bobcats, front-end loaders, excavators, and dozers.
• Previous exposure to wastewater plants, industrial plants, or similar environments.
• Interest in gaining additional heavy equipment experience or plant operator experience.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, including both days and nights, on a 3-on/4-off and 4-on/3-off schedule.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Why Work Here?

You will join a leading wastewater contractor with a strong and growing local presence, supported by multiple contracts and ongoing new projects. The role offers long-term stability, opportunities to expand your heavy equipment and plant operations experience, and access to strong benefits once you transition to a permanent role. You will work in an environment that values safety, teamwork, and continuous learning, with the chance to build a solid career in industrial operations.

Work Environment

This position is based at a wastewater plant, working primarily outdoors and in an industrial yard setting around heavy equipment and large vehicles. You will operate a yard jockey and may work near skid steers, Bobcats, front-end loaders, excavators, and dozers as part of daily operations. The schedule follows a rotating pattern of 3 days on / 4 days off and 4 days on / 3 days off, alternating between day and night shifts each month. The environment is fast-paced and safety-focused, requiring consistent adherence to plant procedures, traffic patterns, and personal protective equipment requirements appropriate for a wastewater and heavy industrial setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Accokeek, MD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $24.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Accokeek, MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 14, 2026.