CDL Class A Spotter/Yard jockey

SA Recycling is a privately-owned, multi-billion-dollar green company with over 3000 employees, in 15 states, and is one of the largest scrap metal recyclers in the United States. We are growing, growing, growing! 

Responsibilities of a Spotter/Yard Jockey

• Responsible for pre and post trip inspections of all tractors and trailers in accordance with DOT regulations.
• Ensure all trailers and containers are moved, parked, stored and secured accordingly within the recycling or storage yards.
• Communicate any safety or equipment issues with management.
• Operate effectively and safely on all staging areas, parking surfaces, and roads.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area.
• Observe all safety procedures.

Qualifications of a Spotter/Yard Jockey

• High School diploma, GED Certification, or equivalent work experience.
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License.
• Three (3) plus years’ experience of roll-off and/or tractor trailer experience.
• Clear, MVR ,PSP and Clearing House.
• Bi-lingual (English and Spanish) a plus.
• Must pass DOT Physical/Drug Screen
• Must pass Background Check

Candidates may not have more than 2 moving violations within the past 2 years for consideration.

Job Expectations

Comply with all applicable federal, state, local, & SA Recycling safety, health, & environmental rules, regulations, policies, & procedures.

Physical Requirements

Work Environment: Scrap metal Recycling and shredder yard
• Equipment & Tools: Trucks up to 18 wheeler, hydraulic truck tilt and lift operations, Box Containers, mechanics tools,
• Physical Demand Level: Light to Moderate, keeps steady when machine in rocking in all directions, climbing fixed ladders
• Work Capacity: Truck Driver Work Capacity
• Sensory Demands: Hearing, vision, touch, smell and taste
• Hand Movements: Repetitive motions, gripping