CDL Driver/Heavy Equipment Operator

American Compliance Technologi•Bartow, FL

12d•Onsite

About The Position

A-C-T has an immediate opening for a CDL Driver/Heavy Equipment Operator in our corporate office located in Bartow, Florida. This position is responsible for, but not limited to these key responsibilities and essential functions: Responds to environmental emergencies when required at all times within a 24-hour period. Performs technical field/office work, operates mechanical equipment such as Vac Trucks, Super Duster, forklifts, pallet jacks, lift gates, trucks, trailers and other mechanical equipment as needed. Performs clean-up and decontamination procedures as needed. Maintains inventory lists and completes various report and Field Dailies as required. Knowledge of the terminology, principles of spill responses. Basic knowledge of proper storage, treatment and disposal of hazardous materials that are collected in the course of the clean-up. Knowledge of the potential hazards associated with Hazardous Wastes. Must be able to work well with the public, client and other employees. Field phone calls and communicate well with Field Supervisors. Ability to perform limited chemical tests and to work around a wide variety of chemicals. Ability to understand and follow both written and verbal instructions. Ability to learn and adhere to proper safety procedures. Ability to work in all weather and environmental conditions (i.e. sun, rain, cold, swamp, ditches, dirt). Must be able to lift and carry up to forty-five (50) pounds of bulky equipment. Ability to bend, stoop, sit and stand. Drum procession and sampling. Tank cleaning. Spill Crew Member. General Construction. Equipment decontamination. Vehicle and equipment maintenance. Use of all levels of PPE. Equipment preparation. Keep accurate field log book. Manual labor, sweep, shovel, push and pull. Team member for all types. Upholds the ethics and values of the company. Other duties as necessary.

Requirements

High School Graduate
One (1) years’ experience in environmental, construction, contracting type work, preferred.
CDL License-Class A or B with tanker & hazmat endorsements, within 90 days.
Must be able to work well with the public, client and other employees.
Field phone calls and communicate well with Field Supervisors.
Ability to perform limited chemical tests and to work around a wide variety of chemicals.
Ability to understand and follow both written and verbal instructions.
Ability to learn and adhere to proper safety procedures.
Ability to work in all weather and environmental conditions (i.e. sun, rain, cold, swamp, ditches, dirt).
Must be able to lift and carry up to forty-five (50) pounds of bulky equipment.
Ability to bend, stoop, sit and stand.
Must possess a valid Florida CDL driver’s license
Air purifying respirator fit certification must be obtained and maintained no later than one (1) month after employment.
Pre-employment drug screen according to A-C-T’s Drug Free Workplace policy.
Acceptable driving record in accordance with A-C-T’s Insurance & Driving policy.
Signing the Non-disclosure and Non-solicitation Agreement.
Annual medical monitoring is required in this position.
Satisfactory background check.
Must have strong interpersonal skills to support leadership, management, negotiation and perform problem-solving functions in this role.
Excellent judgment and discretion; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously, meet deadlines, and handle work-related stress is required.
Friendly, courteous, service-oriented, professional, outgoing, and customer service oriented.
Remain calm and professional in stressful situations.
Detail oriented while maintaining an extremely positive attitude.
Must be able to work independently and productively with minimum supervision.
Recognize problems, identify possible causes and resolve routine problems.
Team player with a "can do" attitude that can work in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Excavator, Skid-steer, Bulldozer, Forklift and other heavy equipment operation, preferred.
OSHA 40-hr HAZWOPER training preferred, will be provided if needed.
Experience in serving public and private sector clients including: development of technical approach, budget and schedule, monitoring project performance, client and regulatory interface and delivery of technically superior work products
Ability to travel, including some overnight.
Knowledge of the terminology, principles of spill responses.
Basic knowledge of proper storage, treatment and disposal of hazardous materials that are collected in the course of the clean-up.
Knowledge of the potential hazards associated with Hazardous Wastes.

Responsibilities

Responds to environmental emergencies when required at all times within a 24-hour period.
Performs technical field/office work, operates mechanical equipment such as Vac Trucks, Super Duster, forklifts, pallet jacks, lift gates, trucks, trailers and other mechanical equipment as needed.
Performs clean-up and decontamination procedures as needed.
Maintains inventory lists and completes various report and Field Dailies as required.
Drum procession and sampling.
Tank cleaning.
Spill Crew Member.
General Construction.
Equipment decontamination.
Vehicle and equipment maintenance.
Use of all levels of PPE.
Equipment preparation.
Keep accurate field log book.
Manual labor, sweep, shovel, push and pull.
Team member for all types.
Upholds the ethics and values of the company.
Other duties as necessary.