CDL Driver A

PNE•Pasco, WA

14d•$30 - $34

About The Position

Cowlitz Clean Sweep (CCS), a division of Pacific Northern Environmental LLC, is seeking a CDL Class A Driver to transport hazardous materials or other materials from job sites to safe disposal locations. The position involves operating company vehicles, including vacuum trucks and a box van with a lift gate, and requires hands-on work alongside field teams. The driver follows dispatch or supervisor instructions, completes required inspections and paperwork, and operates in compliance with company safety policies and applicable laws and regulations. This is a safety-sensitive position; offers are contingent on successful completion of post-offer background screening, motor vehicle record review, and drug testing. Pacific Northern Environmental LLC provides industrial cleaning, spill response, construction, electrical, and hazardous waste disposal services across multiple states. CCS serves pulp and paper mills, oil companies, and other manufacturing and industrial clients in the Pacific Northwest. The role requires a valid Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement, a high school diploma or GED, and 2–3 years of experience driving DOT-regulated vehicles. A Hazmat Endorsement and experience driving hazardous materials are preferred. The employee must meet applicable DOT medical and audiometric qualifications and participate in the company respiratory protection program, including required medical clearance and fit testing.

Requirements

Valid driver’s license and eligibility to be covered under the company’s vehicle insurance policy.
High school diploma or GED.
At least 18 years of age.
Valid Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement.
2–3 years of experience driving DOT-regulated vehicles.
Ability and willingness to work side-by-side with field teams when necessary.
Ability to move about job sites, move work-related equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, and remain stationary for long periods.
Ability to operate technological devices, including a computer, and operate machinery in accordance with safety procedures.
Ability to occasionally ascend and descend ladders or stairs.
Participation in the company respiratory protection program, including required medical clearance and fit testing; facial hair must not interfere with the seal of a tight-fitting respirator.
Ability to wear required PPE and maintain applicable DOT medical and audiometric qualifications.

Nice To Haves

Hazmat Endorsement.
Experience driving hazardous materials.

Responsibilities

Safely transport hazardous materials or other materials from job sites to safe disposal locations.
Operate truck controls to engage, move, and reposition vacuum hoses when operating a vacuum truck.
Safely operate and maintain company vehicles in accordance with traffic laws and company policies.
Drive in accordance with company safety policies and applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
Complete DOT-required pre-trip and post-trip inspections and related paperwork.
Operate a box van carrying drums with a lift gate to pick up or deliver drums at specified destinations.
Operate the truck according to daily instructions from dispatch or a supervisor.
Load, unload, and set up vacuum hoses at job sites when operating a vacuum truck.
Report accidents and injuries and complete an accident report form when necessary.
Ensure loads are properly secured before driving and maintain safe driving practices.
Work side-by-side with field teams when necessary.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision options for employees and eligible dependents.
Voluntary and company-paid Life AD&D coverage.
Specialty prescription programs.
Group AFLAC options, including hospital, critical illness, and accident plans.
Pre-tax Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
Pre-tax Dependent Care Spending Account (DCSA).
Teladoc telehealth.
401(k) with discretionary annual company matching contributions.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Paid training and certifications.
Paid leave, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, jury duty, and bereavement leave for qualifying employees.
Up to $2,000 per year in profit sharing for qualifying employees.
Annual company events.
Safety incentives.