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Weekend Container Yard Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Diesel Mechanic

Northlake, IL · On-site

$20 - $24/hr

... container yard management and switching services. Pacific Rail Services is seeking applicants for ... Prospective employees must be available to work nights, weekends, holidays and OT. * If you are ...

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Warehouse / Industrial Yard Worker The candidate will supports intermodal cargo container shipping ... weekend work Position Working Conditions: Working environment is primarily outdoors, in the ...

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Equipment Operator - GCT

Savannah, GA · On-site

$17.75 - $24.25/hr

Under the supervision of a Container Yard Manager, or the manager's designee, the Equipment ... Must be able to work shift work, holidays, and weekends when necessary.Must possess the ability to ...

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Move trailers, containers, and equipment to and from loading docks, staging areas, and parking ... Ability to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays as operational needs ...

Move trailers, containers, and equipment to and from loading docks, staging areas, and parking ... Ability to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays as operational needs ...

Warehouse

Lincoln, AL

$15.25 - $15.75/hr

Logistic services include container yard transportation, receiving control, warehousing ... Weekend work required * Various shifts available * 1st shift 6am-3pm * 2nd shift 4pm-12:30am

Driver, Yard (P.M)

Lancaster, TX · On-site

$57K - $66K/yr

Move trailers, containers, and equipment to and from loading docks, staging areas, and parking ... Ability to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays as operational needs ...

Yard Driver

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$17.25 - $22.25/hr

As one of the nation's leading manufacturers of plastic containers, we not only make a difference ... Must be able to work weekends and Holidays (if needed) * Available for evening/night shift work

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How much do weekend container yard jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend container yard in the United States is $21.98, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.99 and $24.52 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Weekend Container Yard vs Container Terminal Worker?

AspectWeekend Container YardContainer Terminal Worker
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma, OSHA safety trainingHigh school diploma, OSHA safety training
Work EnvironmentOutdoor, yard-based, physical laborOutdoor, terminal-based, physical labor
Employer & Industry UsageShipping companies, logistics firmsPort authorities, shipping lines
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

The Weekend Container Yard and Container Terminal Worker roles both involve outdoor, physical work in logistics and shipping environments, often requiring similar certifications. The main difference is that Weekend Container Yard workers typically operate in yard-based settings during weekends, while Container Terminal Workers operate within port terminals during regular hours. Both roles are essential for efficient cargo handling and are frequently compared by job seekers in the shipping industry.

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Diesel Mechanic

Pacific Rail Services

Northlake, IL • On-site

$20 - $24/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 22 days ago


Pacific Rail Services rating

5.6

Company rating: 5.6 out of 10

Based on 29 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

327th of 343 rated logistics


Job description

Pacific Rail Services was founded in 1985. Over the past 36 years, Rail Management Services has grown into one of the largest suppliers of intermodal ramp services in the United States handling over 8 million lifts per year. Today Pacific Rail Services, Pacific Trailer Repair Services, Rail Terminal Services, Terminal Switching Services and PRS Auto employ over 1,800 people devoted exclusively to this business. Rail Management Services maintains over 100 intermodal lift devices including 20 cranes and over 800 hostling tractors, provides trailer/container/chassis repairs and all intermodal administrative services including gate inspections, container yard management and switching services.

Job description:
Pacific Rail Services is seeking applicants for the Rail Yard Laborer position to join our ever-growing team. Copy and paste the below YouTube link to see what you could potentially be doing in this rewarding career field.

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Pacific Rail Services is looking for entry level and experienced diesel mechanic personnel to join our winning team at the Union Pacific Global II facility in Northlake, IL. Applicants should have some relevant experience, knowledge, schooling and a passion to maintain and repair heavy equipment. Applicants shall be responsible to furnish their own small hand tools (i.e. 3/8" drill, 1/2" impact wrench and all other wrenches and socket sets under the size of 1 1/4"). Applicants will receive an annual $600 tool allowance & $200 safety boot allowance reimbursement with proof of receipt. With Multiple contracts and terminals in the Chicagoland area there is an abundance of opportunity waiting for the right candidates.
Qualifications:
  • Must possess a valid drivers license and have your own reliable transportation.
  • Must be able to pass drug screen / physical.
  • Must be able to pass background check.
  • Must be able to pass an IPCS strength test.
  • Must be extremely dependable / reliable with honoring your assigned schedule. Frequent call off's need not apply.
  • Great earning potential of 60k - 80k (With OT), excellent health care benefits, employer 401k contribution and PTO based on years of service.
  • Prospective employees must be available to work nights, weekends, holidays and OT.
  • If you are looking to work, grow and retire with a company in an industry that promotes long term stability, then look no further. The railroad industry is the supply chain of our country and has long term employment power.

We offer good pay, health benefits, PTO and 401k. If you seek job stability and room for growth, then a rewarding career opportunity awaits you.

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