Long Haul Driver - Class A

Sharps Medical Waste Services; Carthage (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Uniforms provided

Health benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Vacation/PTO after 90 days

Stay-On Bonus

Job summary

Sharps Medical Waste Services, based in Texas, seeks a Class A CDL Long-Haul Driver to service LQ/SQ accounts and transport medical waste safely and compliantly. You will manage routes, maintain records, and coordinate with dispatchers to resolve issues.

Expect 1–2 overnight trips per week, with potential immunization needs and paid training plus benefits after probation. Role requires strong customer service, safety awareness, and familiarity with DOT regulations.

Qualifications

• Must have strong customer service skills while handling sensitive medical waste logistics.
• Excellent communication with supervisors and dispatchers is required.
• Strong knowledge of DOT regulations and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Complete routine preventative maintenance across assigned facilities.
• Pick up and transport regulated medical waste safely according to regulations.
• Manage assigned LQ and SQ routes, ensuring timely and accurate service.
• Review and plan daily schedules using manifests and route sheets.
• Ensure waste is properly packaged and ready for transport.
• Deliver exceptional customer service and communicate issues promptly.
• Complete paperwork, route documentation, and DOT logs.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and report issues.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Problem-solving

Safety awareness

Job description

Description

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 Class A Long-Haul Driver, you will be responsible for servicing assigned Large Quantity (LQ) and Small Quantity (SQ) accounts, ensuring the safe and compliant transportation of medical waste while providing the highest level of customer service. In this role, you will manage routes efficiently, maintain accurate records, and communicate effectively with supervisors and dispatchers to resolve issues promptly. This position includes one to two overnight routes per week, depending on business needs. Paid training, company-provided uniforms, leading health benefits, tuition reimbursement, vacation/PTO after 90 days, and a Stay-On Bonus make this a strong opportunity to grow within an essential, mission-driven industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete routine scheduled preventative maintenance across assigned facilities.
• Pick up and transport regulated medical waste safely according to all federal, state, and local regulations.
• Manage assigned LQ and SQ customer routes, ensuring timely and accurate service.
• Review and plan daily schedules using manifests, route sheets, and other documentation.
• Ensure customers' waste is properly packaged and ready for transport.
• Deliver exceptional customer service, communicating issues to supervisors or dispatchers.
• Complete all required paperwork, including route documentation and DOT Driver Logs.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and report maintenance issues promptly.
• Communicate route changes, discrepancies, or non-routine situations to ensure smooth coverage.
• Operate a variety of vehicles including Dry Van 53' trailers, Jockey and Roll-Off trucks, Manual Transmission, and Refrigerated Trailers (Reefer).
• 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.
• Proven experience with Dry Van 53' trailers, Roll-Offs, Jockey trucks, manual transmission, and refrigerated trailers (Reefer).
• Valid DOT Medical Card.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen, background check, and motor vehicle records check.
• Must be willing and able to travel overnight 1-2 nights per week, based on business needs and assigned routes.
• Strong knowledge of DOT regulations and safe driving practices.
• Excellent customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, or handle containers and carts of varying weight (up to 300 pounds with proper equipment).
• 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.
• Must successfully complete all required pre-employment screenings, including a background check, drug screening, and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check.

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.