CDL Driver (Hastings)

Iron Eagle Industrial Services•Hastings, MN

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Iron Eagle specializes in industrial services, focusing on industrial cleaning, emergency spill response, and waste management. We are expanding our operations and seeking CDL DRIVERS to join our team! We have locations in Isanti, Hastings, and St. Paul, MN. You will report to a "home base" location but travel to all shop locations is expected. Some travel is required. We are seeking CDL Drivers to operate specialized equipment for environmental remediation and hazardous waste management. You will operate a variety of heavy and light duty trucks/work equipment at our customer sites; including vacuum trucks, guzzlers, and roll offs. This role is responsible for performing driving and non-driving duties on & off customer sites associated with hazardous waste clean-up and transport. This role combines professional driving with technical expertise in handling potentially dangerous materials and operating complex vacuum/pumping systems.

Requirements

CDL (Class A) Manual, Tanker, and HazMat Endorsements
Must successfully complete a background check and DOT Drug Test & Physical Examination as per OSHA and FMCSA regulatory guidelines
Must adhere to on-call schedule (for emergency response) and occasional overnight travel

Responsibilities

Conduct pre-trip inspections
Perform light maintenance and repairs
Load/unload Vac Trucks, Transports, and Rolloffs, etc.
Occasional long-distance hauling (approx. 10%)
Load and secure heavy equipment
Maintain proper placarding and labeling of vehicles
Complete all necessary documentation for DOT/MnDOT, etc.
Operate Class A/B commercial vehicles including vacuum trucks, pump trucks, roll-off trucks, and specialized hazmat transport vehicles
Navigate to industrial sites, refineries, chemical facilities, and emergency response locations
Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections on complex equipment systems
Maintain accurate driver logs and equipment maintenance records
Transport hazardous waste in compliance with DOT regulations and company safety protocols
Load and unload various waste streams including liquids, sludges, and contaminated materials
Properly secure and manifest hazardous cargo for transport
Set up and operate industrial vacuum trucks with high-capacity pumping systems
Connect appropriate hoses, fittings, and manifolds for different tank configurations
Operate positive displacement pumps, centrifugal pumps, and compressed air systems
Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and perform basic field repairs
Respond to oil spills, chemical releases, and environmental incidents
Deploy containment booms, absorbent materials, and recovery equipment
Work extended hours during emergency situations and weather events
Coordinate with incident commanders and regulatory agencies on-site
Enter confined spaces following proper safety procedures and permitting
Operate high-pressure washing systems and specialized cleaning equipment
Remove sludges, scale, and hazardous residues from storage tanks and process vessels
Set up ventilation and atmospheric monitoring equipment