Sharps Medical Waste Services

Yard Jockey (Class A CDL)

A. Duie Pyle

CDL-A Dedicated Truck Driver

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Come join the largest independent Medical Waste Service Provider in the country for an exciting position! We provide excellent customer service to local hospitals and healthcare professionals and represent one of the most prominent companies in the Medical Waste Industry. Join an economically stable industry that offers long-term career development across 35+ locations.
As a Yard Jockey Driver, you will be responsible for safely moving, staging, and positioning trailers throughout the facility yard while supporting daily transportation and logistics operations. This role serves as the primary Yard Jockey and will also provide coverage for Long-Haul and Roll-Off driving assignments during vacations, absences, and operational needs. In addition to driving responsibilities, you will be cross-trained in dispatch functions, including weighing trucks and trailers and providing operational support as needed. Paid training, company-provided uniforms, and a Stay-On Bonus make this a strong opportunity to grow within an essential, mission-driven industry.
Key Responsibilities
Safely move, stage, and position trailers throughout the facility yard to support daily operations.
Perform routine trailer spotting and yard management activities to maintain efficient workflow.
Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections and report maintenance concerns promptly.
Operate Yard Jockey trucks, tractor-trailers, Roll-Off trucks, and other commercial vehicles as assigned.
Provide coverage for Long-Haul Driver routes during vacations, absences, and special transportation assignments.
Provide coverage for Roll-Off Driver routes during scheduled vacations and operational needs.
Learn and perform dispatch functions, including weighing trucks and trailers in and out of the facility.
Provide dispatch coverage during breaks and lunches as needed.
Complete all required DOT logs, inspection reports, manifests, and transportation documentation.
Maintain compliance with all DOT regulations, company policies, and safety requirements.
Communicate effectively with dispatch, operations, and facility personnel regarding transportation needs, route changes, and operational concerns.
Utilize ELD (Electronic Driver Log) systems for accurate reporting and compliance.
Other duties as needed.
Requirements
 
Class A CDL required.
Minimum of 2 years of tractor-trailer driving experience preferred.
Experience operating tractor-trailers, Yard Jockey trucks, terminal tractors, or similar commercial vehicles preferred.
Roll-Off truck experience preferred but not required; training will be provided.
Valid DOT Medical Card.
Must pass pre-employment drug screen, background check, and motor vehicle records check.
Strong knowledge of DOT regulations and safe driving practices.
Ability to work a rotating 3 days on / 3 days off schedule, including weekends, holidays, and occasional night shift coverage.
Excellent customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Ability to lift, push, pull, or handle containers and equipment of varying weight.
Ability to exert up to 150 pounds occasionally, 60 pounds frequently, and 20 pounds constantly.
May require mandatory immunizations and credentialing based on customer requirements.
Why Join Sharps
Sharps Medical Waste Services offers a mission-driven, collaborative environment where employees contribute directly to meaningful operational impact. In this role, you will play a central part in maintaining financial integrity, supporting audits, and enabling data-driven decisions that help Sharps grow and scale responsibly. You will gain exposure to cross-functional operations and the opportunity to help implement innovative finance processes.
EEO Statement
Sharps Medical Waste Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

<html><body>Come join the largest independent Medical Waste Service Provider in the country for an exciting position! We provide excellent customer service to local hospitals and healthcare professionals and represent one of the most prominent companies in the Medical Waste Industry. Join an economically stable industry that offers long-term career development across 35+ locations. As a Yard Jockey Driver, you will be responsible for safely moving, staging, and positioning trailers throughout the facility yard while supporting daily transportation and logistics operations. This role serves as the primary Yard Jockey and will also provide coverage for Long-Haul and Roll-Off driving assignments during vacations, absences, and operational needs. In addition to driving responsibilities, you will be cross-trained in dispatch functions, including weighing trucks and trailers and providing operational support as needed. Paid training, company-provided uniforms, and a Stay-On Bonus make this a strong opportunity to grow within an essential, mission-driven industry. Key Responsibilities <ul><li>Safely move, stage, and position trailers throughout the facility yard to support daily operations.</li><li>Perform routine trailer spotting and yard management activities to maintain efficient workflow.</li><li>Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections and report maintenance concerns promptly.</li><li>Operate Yard Jockey trucks, tractor-trailers, Roll-Off trucks, and other commercial vehicles as assigned.</li><li>Provide coverage for Long-Haul Driver routes during vacations, absences, and special transportation assignments.</li><li>Provide coverage for Roll-Off Driver routes during scheduled vacations and operational needs.</li><li>Learn and perform dispatch functions, including weighing trucks and trailers in and out of the facility.</li><li>Provide dispatch coverage during breaks and lunches as needed.</li><li>Complete all required DOT logs, inspection reports, manifests, and transportation documentation.</li><li>Maintain compliance with all DOT regulations, company policies, and safety requirements.</li><li>Communicate effectively with dispatch, operations, and facility personnel regarding transportation needs, route changes, and operational concerns.</li><li>Utilize ELD (Electronic Driver Log) systems for accurate reporting and compliance.</li><li>Other duties as needed.</li></ul> Requirements <ul><li>Class A CDL required.</li><li>Minimum of 2 years of tractor-trailer driving experience preferred.</li><li>Experience operating tractor-trailers, Yard Jockey trucks, terminal tractors, or similar commercial vehicles preferred.</li><li>Roll-Off truck experience preferred but not required; training will be provided.</li><li>Valid DOT Medical Card.</li><li>Must pass pre-employment drug screen, background check, and motor vehicle records check.</li><li>Strong knowledge of DOT regulations and safe driving practices.</li><li>Ability to work a rotating 3 days on / 3 days off schedule, including weekends, holidays, and occasional night shift coverage.</li><li>Excellent customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.</li><li>Ability to lift, push, pull, or handle containers and equipment of varying weight.</li><li>Ability to exert up to 150 pounds occasionally, 60 pounds frequently, and 20 pounds constantly.</li><li>May require mandatory immunizations and credentialing based on customer requirements.</li></ul> Why Join Sharps Sharps Medical Waste Services offers a mission-driven, collaborative environment where employees contribute directly to meaningful operational impact. In this role, you will play a central part in maintaining financial integrity, supporting audits, and enabling data-driven decisions that help Sharps grow and scale responsibly. You will gain exposure to cross-functional operations and the opportunity to help implement innovative finance processes. EEO Statement Sharps Medical Waste Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.</body></html>

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