Industrial Yard Jockey, CDL‑A (Hazardous Materials)
Construction
Job Description
Job Description Ready to be the yard’s go-to problem solver?
If you thrive on tight turns, precise backing, and safety-first decisions, this CDL‑A Yard Jockey role is built for you.
Why This Role
- Impact: Keep daily operations on schedule by moving, staging, and positioning hazmat trailers in a high-activity yard.
- Growth: Potential to handle local deliveries to STERIS facilities with the right certification.
- Stability: Direct, full-time, union opportunity with strong benefits and career paths.
Quick Facts
- Hours: 5:30am – 2:00pm, Monday–Friday (plus likely 5–8 hour Saturday shifts)
- Pay: $26.64/hr, rising to $27.37 in July 2026 + quarterly bonus (bi‑weekly schedule)
- Location: 7501 Page Ave, St. Louis, MO
- Hire Type: Direct | Full-time | Union
What You’ll Do
- Operate highway and industrial trucks on company property.
- Spot and move trailers from tight or blocked locations per supervisor direction—protecting people, product, and property at all times.
- Load/unload materials on company trucks when needed.
- Handle and load hazardous waste as directed, using proper material handling on company, customer, or supplier sites.
- Use an electric forklift or other PIT equipment when applicable.
- Perform daily equipment care: cleaning, oil/water/battery checks; document findings on log sheets and top off as required.
- Maintain documentation to cGMP and ISO procedures (written/electronic) and coordinate moves via two‑way radio.
- Keep equipment and work areas clean.
Must-Haves
- High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
- Valid Missouri CDL (A)
- Manual dexterity and strong peripheral vision
- High-school level math, writing, and data entry
- Ability to: wear PPE; read scales; work independently; maneuver trailers in crowded spaces; read and understand instructions, safety labels, and equipment manuals
Nice-to-Haves
- Class C CDL and/or hazmat/tanker certifications
- Experience manually tracking moves via two‑way radio
- Clear, concise verbal communication with teammates
- Basic truck maintenance experience
- Experience with electric forklifts
Physical/Other
- Lift and carry up to ~60 lbs
- Comfortable with heights of ~10 feet and long sitting periods
- Good hand/eye coordination
- Capable of recording quality and inventory control data (written/electronic)
- Must maintain a valid Missouri CDL or equivalent
Benefits & Perks
- Market competitive pay
- Extensive PTO + 9 holidays
- Medical, dental, vision after 45 days
- Short/Long-term disability
- 401(k) with company match
- Maternity & paternal leave
- Additional add-ons/discounts (including Pet Insurance)
- Tuition reimbursement & continuing education
- Strong advancement potential and long-term stability
Proficiency Targets
- Truck Operations & Load Securement
- Current CDL License