A yard jockey’s job consists of moving trailers to and from yards and loading docks at a factory, plant, warehouse, rail yard or similar location. Yard jockeys help eliminate congestion and streamline the loading and unloading process by managing the trailers that are dropped by other truck drivers.

Assist with docking trailers.
Inspect containers.
Perform yard checks.
Perform preventative maintenance on machinery and tools.
Fill out necessary delivery forms and paperwork.
Fuel reefer trailers.
Clean out empty trailers.