CDL A Driver, Hazardous Waste
About The Position
Position Purpose and Primary Responsibilities: Safely transport hazardous and non-hazardous materials using various equipment (van trailers, straight trucks, flatbeds, tankers, roll-off frames) while ensuring compliance with DOT, EPA, state and local regulations, and company policies. Conduct thorough pre-trip inspections of vehicles and trailers, verifying the integrity of equipment, load conditions, and accuracy of shipment records, manifests, and container labeling. Maintain up-to-date DOT requirements, including driver log books, Vehicle Inspection Records, transportation permits, and other necessary documentation. Communicate effectively with customers regarding load conditions or paperwork inconsistencies, and notify supervisors of any moving violations or accidents. Assist in loading/unloading materials at designated sites and perform housekeeping duties as required. Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High School diploma or GED with prior commercial driving experience
- Familiarity with DOT regulations for hazardous materials transportation
- Strong communication, customer service, and time management skills
- Valid Class A Commercial Driving License (CDL)
- Hazmat (H) and Tanker (T) endorsements
Nice To Haves
- 40-Hour HAZWOPER training preferred
Responsibilities
- Safely transport hazardous and non-hazardous materials using various equipment (van trailers, straight trucks, flatbeds, tankers, roll-off frames) while ensuring compliance with DOT, EPA, state and local regulations, and company policies.
- Conduct thorough pre-trip inspections of vehicles and trailers, verifying the integrity of equipment, load conditions, and accuracy of shipment records, manifests, and container labeling.
- Maintain up-to-date DOT requirements, including driver log books, Vehicle Inspection Records, transportation permits, and other necessary documentation.
- Communicate effectively with customers regarding load conditions or paperwork inconsistencies, and notify supervisors of any moving violations or accidents.
- Assist in loading/unloading materials at designated sites and perform housekeeping duties as required.
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Veolia’s comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more.
- In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement.
- Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
