Part-Time Walmart Yard Hostler in Ypsilanti
Position in Ypsilanti, MI
Fast Facts
- New Opening: Part-Time Walmart Yard Hostler
- Compensation: $23-$30/Hour (approx. $28.1k/Year) (Competitive PT Rate)
- Employer: Walmart Supply Chain (Hiring Part-Time in Ypsilanti)
- Benefits: Weekly pay options may be available.
- This role focuses on your professional skills with a schedule that fits your life.
- Location: Ypsilanti, MI
- Earn extra cash with a stable local employer.
- This Ypsilanti-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in customer service.
- Our Walmart Supply Chain team in Ypsilanti, MI is growing.
- Benefit from working in Ypsilanti, a key hub for the Commercial Freight Logistics industry.
About Walmart Supply Chain
The fluidity of a Walmart Distribution Center relies entirely on the precise movement of commercial trailers in the exterior yard. We process thousands of inbound and outbound shipments weekly, ensuring our stores receive their freight precisely on time. We cultivate a dynamic, highly supportive workplace where our logistics professionals are celebrated for their efficiency, precision, and unwavering commitment to safety.
Operational Flow
- Dispatch Coordination: Begin your shift by syncing with the transportation office via radio, receiving your digital sequence of required trailer moves for the designated operational block.
- Terminal Tractor Operation: Safely pilot a specialized terminal tractor (commonly known as a yard goat or hostler) throughout the expansive, high-traffic distribution yard.
- Precision Docking: Execute flawless backing maneuvers, smoothly sliding 53-foot commercial trailers into narrow dock doors to ensure the interior warehouse teams are continuously supplied with freight.
- Safety & Inspections: Conduct visual inspections of trailers for damage, ensure wheel chocks and dock locks are perfectly engaged, and flawlessly connect/disconnect air lines hundreds of times per shift.
The Driving Advantage
This role offers the thrill and skill of commercial driving with the immense lifestyle benefit of never dealing with highway traffic or DOT weigh stations. You remain completely within the secure perimeter of the facility, ensuring you go home every single day. Walmart provides excellent hourly compensation, comprehensive healthcare, and a 401(k) matching program to secure your future.
Qualifications
Candidates must be 18 years of age or older (21+ preferred in some locations). A valid driver's license and an exceptionally clean driving record are required. While a Class A CDL is highly preferred, extensive experience operating terminal tractors or backing large trailers may qualify you for the role. Exceptional spatial awareness and the ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions are mandatory.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Walmart Yard Hostler in Ypsilanti position pay at Walmart Supply Chain?
This role offers a pay range of $23 - $30. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Ypsilanti.
Where is this Walmart Yard Hostler in Ypsilanti job located?
This position is based in Ypsilanti, MI. Walmart Supply Chain has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Ypsilanti.
How many hours per week is this part-time Walmart Yard Hostler in Ypsilanti role?
Part-time positions at Walmart Supply Chain generally range from 20 to 30 hours per week with flexible scheduling options. Exact hours depend on business needs and your availability.
What benefits does Walmart Supply Chain offer for this position?
Walmart Supply Chain provides comprehensive benefits starting Day 1, which may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and employee assistance programs.
Does Walmart Supply Chain pay weekly for this role?
Walmart Supply Chain offers weekly pay options for eligible associates. Your pay schedule will be confirmed during the onboarding process at the Ypsilanti facility.
What does a typical day look like as a Walmart Yard Hostler in Ypsilanti?
A typical shift involves receiving, picking, packing, and sorting customer orders in Walmart Supply Chain's Ypsilanti facility. You'll work with a team to meet daily fulfillment targets while following safety protocols.
