Class A CDL Driver / Equipment Operator

Cliff Berry, Inc.•Fort Lauderdale, FL

About The Position

Cliff Berry, Inc. (CBI), a leader in environmental services, is seeking an experienced and safety-focused Class A CDL Driver / Equipment Operator. This hands-on, versatile position involves more than traditional truck driving. The role operates commercial vehicles and heavy equipment and supports environmental and industrial service operations, including transporting hazardous and non-hazardous materials, specialized equipment operation, industrial tank cleanings, marine operations, and field service projects. The position requires safe work practices, adaptability to changing operational needs, and effective teamwork. Work takes place in industrial, commercial, marine, and outdoor environments, where exposure to extreme temperatures, wet or humid conditions, chemicals, and other environmental hazards may occur. The employee may travel to customer locations and project sites, including over-the-road assignments, and must be prepared for physically demanding work and changing job-site demands. Cliff Berry, Inc. emphasizes safety, teamwork, and dependable service. The position offers the opportunity to use commercial driving skills and specialized heavy equipment while supporting a variety of environmental service projects. The company values professionalism, reliability, a strong work ethic, and a commitment to safe work.

Requirements

Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with an acceptable driving record.
Current DOT medical certification.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Demonstrated experience safely and efficiently operating heavy equipment, including backhoes, trackhoes, front-end loaders, skid steers, and rollers.
Experience operating commercial vehicles and performing equipment inspections.
Knowledge of DOT regulations and commercial vehicle safety requirements.
Ability to perform physically demanding work in industrial and outdoor environments.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and communicate effectively with supervisors and team members.
Willingness to work extended hours, weekends, and holidays, and respond to emergency service calls when required.
Ability to comply with applicable DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements.

Nice To Haves

Five or more years of commercial driving experience, particularly in heavy hauling, heavy equipment operation, transportation, or industrial services.
Tanker and Hazmat endorsements.
Current Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
Experience operating tractors, dump trucks, pump trucks, and roll-off trucks or trailers.
Previous experience in environmental services, industrial cleaning, hazardous waste transportation, or emergency response.
Familiarity with electronic logging devices (ELDs), GPS navigation, and dispatch systems.

Responsibilities

Safely operate Class A commercial vehicles, including tractors with Lowboy trailers, flatbeds, heavy towing equipment, and other specialized equipment.
Operate backhoes, trackhoes, front-end loaders, skid steers, and rollers to support field operations, excavation, material handling, and site preparation.
Transport hazardous and non-hazardous materials in compliance with DOT, EPA, OSHA, and applicable regulations.
Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and maintain equipment in safe operating condition.
Assist with industrial remediation activities, including excavation, equipment hauling, material transfers, sampling, and site preparation.
Properly secure, load, and unload equipment and materials for safe transportation.
Complete transportation records, inspection reports, and other operational documentation.
Follow company safety procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
Work with supervisors, dispatchers, and field personnel to complete projects safely and efficiently.
Maintain a professional and courteous attitude when interacting with customers, vendors, and fellow employees.
Respond to emergency service requests and assist with additional operational duties as needed.