Hazardous Waste Trainer- Transportation

Daniels Health • Chicago, IL

17h • $79,292 - $113,723 • Remote

About The Position

Hazardous Waste Driver Trainer Remote – Midwest Preferred | Full‑Time | Daniels Health USA Join a Rapidly Growing Leader in Healthcare Waste Management Daniels Health is experiencing significant national growth across facilities, service areas, and fleet operations We are expanding our hazardous waste services rapidly across the United States This role is essential in shaping and scaling a best‑in‑class national driver training program Ideal for someone who thrives in a high‑growth, mission-driven environment

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Studies, Safety, Transportation, Training, or similar field (or equivalent experience)
• 4+ years in hazardous waste management, transportation, or DOT/RCRA compliance
• 2+ years in training, coaching, or a team lead role
• Strong understanding of DOT/FMCSA and EPA regulations
• Experience with load securement, shipping papers, and other transportation fundamentals
• Proven ability to evaluate performance and deliver hands‑on, skills‑based training
• Experience creating SOPs, programs, or process improvements
• Ability to lead a program at a national level

Nice To Haves

• Preferred certifications: DOT HazMat Transportation, RCRA Annual Training, HazMat CDL endorsement

Responsibilities

• Create and deliver driver training programs aligned with DOT and EPA requirements
• Manage all initial and recurrent training schedules
• Conduct field evaluations, ride‑alongs, and driver skills assessments
• Coach drivers on safety, compliance, equipment use, and customer service
• Identify gaps in current driver practices and recommend improvements
• Collaborate with operations, safety, and hazardous waste teams on training priorities
• Serve as the organization’s subject‑matter expert on hazardous waste driver responsibilities
• Travel 70–75% of the time across the U.S.

Benefits

• Fast‑growing healthcare waste company with nationwide and global expansion
• High‑impact role building a national driver training program from the ground up
• Mission‑driven culture focused on safety, compliance, and environmental protection
• Opportunities for career growth as the organization continues to scale

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees