Yard Jockey -Non CDL

Interstate Waste Services•Newark, NJ

2d•$21 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

Interstate Waste Services (IWS) is hiring a Yard Jockey for a Non-CDL position. This role offers steady, year-round work with an hourly pay rate of $21.27. IWS is a leading provider of solid waste and recycling services in Northern New Jersey, Southern New York State, New York City, and has expanded into Pennsylvania and Ohio. The company prides itself on providing high-quality services while prioritizing employee, customer, and environmental safety, balancing corporate standards with a family-style culture.

Requirements

21 Years of Age & Legally Eligible to Work in the United States
Valid Class A or B CDL
Airbrake Endorsement
1-year CDL driving experience in the last 7 years.
Great Safety Record and Clean MVR
Working Knowledge of DOT, OSHA & Applicable Traffic Regulations
Ability to Speak & Read English to Converse with the General Public, understand Highway Traffic & Signals, Respond to Official Questions & Make Legible Entries on Reports & Records
Read & Understand a Map
Meet Physical & Safety Requirements of the Position.
Willing & Able to Work Required Worked Hours as Allowed Under DOT Regulation & May Include Weekend, Night &/Or Holiday Work

Nice To Haves

Experience as a Driver or Helper for a Refuge Company is Highly Preferred

Responsibilities

Safely operating front, side, or rear-loading trucks for the pick-up service of bags or containers filled with waste or recyclable material.
Transporting material to a disposal, transfer, or recycle facility, potentially making multiple trips throughout the shift.
Navigating through congested communities and confined or tight areas in city locations.
Performing highly skilled backing maneuvers.
Routinely climbing in and out of the truck cab to service customer accounts.
Performing driver pre and post inspections to ensure the truck is in compliance with IWS’s safety standards, OSHA and DOT regulations, and local traffic laws.