The construction of the Astros coaching staff is on its way. Former major league manager Trey Hillman is close to being announced as the team’s bench coach under new manager A.J. Hinch, according to a person familiar with the hiring.

Most recently, Hillman was a special assistant in the Yankees organization where he worked in pro scouting and player development. He is a former manager of the Royals and also served as Don Mattingly’s bench coach with the Dodgers for three seasons before being let go after the 2013 season.

Hillman, who was born in Amarillo and played at UT-Arlington, managed the Royals from 2008-2010. He was let go after 35 games in 2010. His overall record with the Royals was 152-207.

Hillman played parts of three seasons in the minors for the Minnesota and Cleveland organizations.

He managed 12 seasons in the Yankees organization before managing in Japan for five seasons and then with the Royals.