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Yard Jockey

$52k to $58k

Posted Oct 10, 2026

Job description

About Us

EMR is one of the world’s leading metal recycling companies with a history spanning decades. At EMR, our employees are the heart and soul of our organization. We are committed to creating a workplace that prioritizes the well-being and safety of everyone. Our company provides a supportive and inclusive community where everyone's ideas and contributions are valued.

We believe in teamwork and collaboration. Our mission is to provide our customers with efficient and reliable metal recycling services while minimizing the environmental impact of our operations. EMR recycles ten million tons of material annually, everything from beverage cans to aircraft carriers. We work with a wide variety of metals including copper, aluminum, brass, and stainless steel and can recycle it into more than 200 different types of new sustainable raw materials.

EMR offers our team a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans with company match, wellbeing benefits, employee assistance program and more. Join us and be a part of a team that puts people first! About the Opportunity As a Yard Jockey at EMR, you’ll play a key role in our daily operations at our St.

Paul site. In this role, you’ll be responsible for moving van trailers throughout the yard, positioning trailers at the appropriate loading docks, and supporting shipping and receiving. This role combines tractor-trailer operation, forklift operation and inventory processing.

Key Responsibilities

Move and position van trailers throughout the yard using a tractor-trailer Maneuver trailers to the appropriate loading docks Load and unload trailers using a forklift Weigh and accurately record trailer inventory information for shipping and receiving Qualifications Previous CDL driving experience Experience maneuvering trailers in a yard or similar environment, preferred Previous experience operating forklifts, loading/unloading trucks, or shipping and receiving Ability to safely operate a forklift and yard tractor Ability to lift and handle 50 pounds Ability to work independently as well as within a team environment Compensation and Benefits Monday – Saturday, 7:00am-4:30pm $25-28/hour, full-time, year-round PTO and 9 paid company holidays Medical and dental insurance Employer paid vision insurance Employer paid life insurance HSA and FSA with employer contribution 401(k) with company match #LI-Onsite IND02 EMR USA Metal Recycling provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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