HazMat Field Driver/Technician - CDL (A) Regional Southeast

Republic Services•Atlanta, GA

23h

About The Position

The HazMat Field Driver/Technician transports hazardous and non-hazardous waste streams to designated generator sites, operating Class A trucks and a range of trailers, including roll-off, tanker, and van trailers. The role involves pickups of bulk and containerized waste and may periodically require driving a straight truck. Work is scheduled Monday through Friday with variable hours and may include three to four overnight shifts per week, depending on customer locations, routes, and delivery requirements. Most weekends and holidays are off, with occasional exceptions for critical business needs. The position includes maintaining required driver and transport documents, complying with applicable Department of Transportation regulations and state weight limits, completing vehicle inspections, and using company technology. The driver also communicates with customers, supports facility housekeeping, participates in site safety activities and required training, and may work as a technician on lab pack and field service projects.

Requirements

Valid Class A commercial driver's license.
Hazardous materials and tanker endorsements, or ability to obtain the endorsements within 90 days of hire.
Motor vehicle record (MVR) that meets Company policy standards.
Ability to pass 40-hour HAZWOPER training upon hire.
Ability to lift heavy objects and perform physical tasks associated with loading and unloading materials.
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately.
Ability to prioritize, stay focused, and handle multiple, diverse responsibilities.

Responsibilities

Safely operate trucks, which may include roll-offs, tankers, gravel trains, tractor-trailers, and box trucks.
Perform less-than-truckload (LTL) pickups.
Maintain driver documents, including logbooks, quarterly permit books, trip reports, and waste manifests.
Follow DOT regulations for hazardous waste collection, packaging, and transportation, including placarding, load securement, hazardous-material load segregation, and labeling.
Understand and comply with state weight-limit laws.
Operate vehicles safely and in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
Use company technology, including mobile applications and software, as assigned by leaders.
Perform DOT/MOT pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
Interact and communicate effectively with customers to ensure satisfaction.
Assist with housekeeping at the facility and on the grounds.
May serve as a technician on lab pack and field service projects.
Participate in the Site Safety program and required training.
Perform other related duties as assigned.