About this role
Now Hiring Yard Jockeys in Harrisburg, PA1st Shift: 5AM-5PM ; $20.933rd Shift: 5PM-5AM ; $21.88Job DescriptionWe are seeking dependable individuals to join our team in a fast-paced rail yard environment. The role involves moving trailers, containers, and chassis throughout the terminal, operating a yard jockey truck, and performing physical outdoor work around trains and heavy equipment.
Responsibilities
- Operate jockey trucks to move trailers, containers, and chassis throughout the rail yard.
- Assist with railcar loading and unloading operations.
- Work alongside crane operators and terminal personnel to keep freight moving efficiently.
- Perform safety-focused outdoor work in a fast-paced environment.
- Help ensure trains stay on schedule and freight reaches its destination.
Essential Skills
- Experience in loading and unloading trucks.
- General labor skills.
- Transport and railcar handling.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions, including snow, rain, and sleet.
- Ability to drive a hostler truck equipped with heat but no air conditioning.
Why Work Here? Join a close-knit team where you can stay active and see the tangible results of your efforts every shift. Enjoy the satisfaction of playing a direct role in supporting commerce and transportation across North America. We provide hands-on training from day one and invest in developing hardworking individuals into skilled railroad professionals. No CDL or prior rail experience is needed. Work EnvironmentThis position involves working outdoors in a rail yard that operates 24/7/365, in various weather conditions such as heat, cold, rain, snow, and sleet.
It is a physical role that requires frequent climbing in and out of equipment. The hostler trucks have heat but no A/C. The rail industry operates continuously, meaning weekends and holidays are part of the schedule. Expect consistent work and steady earning potential year-round, with shifts including 1st shift from 5 AM to 5 PM and 3rd shift from 5 PM to 5 AM. Days off typically fall mid-week, with work required every weekend. Training is provided, and no CDL or previous rail experience is required.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Harrisburg, PA.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $20.93 - $21.88/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. 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)
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 27, 2026.
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Harrisburg,PA.
About Aerotek
Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.
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.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector
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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.