Yard Hostler, Service Distribution (Afternoon Shift)

Yard Hostler, Service Distribution (Afternoon Shift) Tesla Motors, Inc. 25.88 - 28.80 USD paid holidays, flex time, 401(k) United States, California, Lathrop May 06, 2026
What to Expect
We are currently hiring a skilled Yard Hostler for our Product Distribution Warehouse to support our Service Operations. Hook-up driver yard spotter drives trucks or tractors to and from vehicle parking and docking area to move, position, and park 53' trailers. Move production material trailers on request to fulfill the just-in-time delivery method. Spots (positions) loaded and unloaded trailers at assigned dock space for unloading or loading using a tractor. Document all moves using the PINC trailer management system and communicate all moves to warehouse management. What You'll Do
Responsible for using an industrial tractor to move trailers as instructed within the yard to facilitate shipping and receiving functions
Responsibilities include but are not limited to hooking and unhooking trailers, moving trailers in and out of doors, and securing and sealing outbound trailer doors
Will always professionally represent the Company
Assisting with yard clean up, working YMS shack when needed to assist with check-in and out of trailers
Documents and reports on all maintenance and safety issues
Responsible for completing daily yard checks and always maintaining the accuracy of the yard through YMS What You'll Bring
Minimum of 1-year tractor/trailer experience (3 axle tractor, 53' trailer)
Must be able to read at a distance close to the eyes, and at arm's length, with or without correction. Driving requires distance vision. Constant alertness while driving
Strong command of English, both written and verbal, is required
Ability to stand, walk, climb in and out of tractors frequently, lift up to 50 lbs. daily, manually crank landing gear, and repetitively open and close trailer doors at different heights (4-5 ft.)
Must endure and safely operate in extreme weather and climate conditions, working both outdoors and indoors, including in warehouse environments
Must have experience operating a forklift, preferably within the last year; current forklift certification is strongly preferred
Valid driver's license required; CDL is preferred but not required Compensation and Benefits
Benefits Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire: Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction
Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
Company paid Basic Life, AD&D
Short-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)
Employee Assistance Program
Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid Holidays
Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
Tesla Babies program
Commuter benefits
Employee discounts and perks program
Expected Compensation
$25.88 - $28.80/hour + cash and stock awards + benefits Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.