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Safely position trailers at designated docks and staging areas.
Move trailers in and out of loading and unloading areas as directed.
Perform yard checks and maintain awareness of trailer locations.
Communicate effectively with warehouse, production, and shipping/receiving teams.
Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
Conduct basic pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the yard goat.
Report equipment issues, safety hazards, or trailer damage promptly.
Maintain a clean and organized work area.
Perform other duties as assigned by management. QualificationsPrevious yard goat, hostler, yard driver, or similar experience preferred.
Ability to safely operate a yard tractor in a busy warehouse/production environment.
Valid driver's license required.
Ability to work in an outdoor yard environment and varying temperatures.
Ability to work overtime, weekends, and extended hours as needed during peak season.
Strong attention to safety and detail.
Reliable attendance and punctuality are essential.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions. Schedule1st Shift2nd ShiftSeasonal schedule may require overtime, weekends, and extended hours based on production needs. BenefitsMedicalDentalAD&D Why Join Us? Join our team for the 2026 Pistachio Season and become an important part of our seasonal operations. We are looking for dependable, safety-minded individuals who are ready to work in a fast-paced agricultural production environment. Apply today to be considered for the Yard Goat Driver position in Wasco, CA! Full Steam Staffing will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Full Steam Staffing is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing s Fair Chance Act webpage.
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Full Steam Staffing
Yardgoat Drivers
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A Yard Truck Driver drives trucks within a specific, small environment such as a factory yard or a rail yard. Often requires more experience due to tight spaces. May require forklift experience.
$32,829 / year median in California
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Yard Goat Drivers Pistachio Season Location:
Wasco, CA Pay Rate:
$20.00/hourShifts:
1st & 2ndShift Seasonal Position Benefits:
Medical, Dental, AD&D Position Summary We are currently hiring Yard Goat Drivers to support our pistachio season operations in Wasco, CA. The Yard Goat Driver will be responsible for safely moving trailers and containers throughout the facility and yard, ensuring trailers are positioned correctly for loading, unloading, and production operations. Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesOperate a yard goat/terminal tractor to move trailers throughout the facility yard.Safely position trailers at designated docks and staging areas.
Move trailers in and out of loading and unloading areas as directed.
Perform yard checks and maintain awareness of trailer locations.
Communicate effectively with warehouse, production, and shipping/receiving teams.
Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
Conduct basic pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the yard goat.
Report equipment issues, safety hazards, or trailer damage promptly.
Maintain a clean and organized work area.
Perform other duties as assigned by management. QualificationsPrevious yard goat, hostler, yard driver, or similar experience preferred.
Ability to safely operate a yard tractor in a busy warehouse/production environment.
Valid driver's license required.
Ability to work in an outdoor yard environment and varying temperatures.
Ability to work overtime, weekends, and extended hours as needed during peak season.
Strong attention to safety and detail.
Reliable attendance and punctuality are essential.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions. Schedule1st Shift2nd ShiftSeasonal schedule may require overtime, weekends, and extended hours based on production needs. BenefitsMedicalDentalAD&D Why Join Us? Join our team for the 2026 Pistachio Season and become an important part of our seasonal operations. We are looking for dependable, safety-minded individuals who are ready to work in a fast-paced agricultural production environment. Apply today to be considered for the Yard Goat Driver position in Wasco, CA! Full Steam Staffing will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Full Steam Staffing is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing s Fair Chance Act webpage.