CDL A Driver Operator

Patriot Environmental Services; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 37,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with match

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Patriot Environmental Services in Portland, OR, is seeking a skilled heavy equipment operator and driver to support environmental response services. The role involves operating heavy trucks and equipment, delivering materials, and maintaining safety and compliance with DOT/FMCSA regulations.

Required qualifications include 2–5 years of experience driving heavy equipment, Hazmat and Tanker endorsements within 90 days, and 40‑hour HAZWOPER training.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of heavy equipment driving experience.
• 1–5 years of hazardous waste control and environmental services experience preferred.
• Hazmat and Tanker endorsement required within 90 days of hire.
• 40‑hour HAZWOPER training required.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment safely and in compliance with DOT/FMCSA.
• Make deliveries on time and safely.
• Maintain logs and vehicle inspections.
• Answer emergency response calls during stand-by.
• Work long hours, including nights/weekends.
• Comply with drug testing and background checks.

Skills

Heavy equipment driving

DOT/FMCSA compliance

Hazmat endorsement

HAZWOPER 40h

CDL Class B

Safety conscious

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ELD logs

Vehicle inspection reports

Job description

As a premier provider of environmental services in the Western United States,Patriot Environmental Services provides a wide range of industrial, emergency response and remediation services. We are committed to the principles of safety, superior customer service and experience, and unyielding quality and dedication.

We provide a broad array of environmental services to meet any need that our clients may have. From emergency spill response to hazardous waste transportation to wastewater treatment, or from industrial cleaning to full facility closure and remediation, Patriot can do it all with our own internal resources and do so while accomplishing every metric of success.

Our mission is to always be Prepared and Professional.

Join the team that makes a difference!

*We're offering a $5,000 sign‑on bonus for qualified candidates

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure that Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, processes, and acting in a safe manner.
• Drive and operate a minimum of two types of heavy equipment including but not limited to 50/70 Barrel Vacuum and Single Roll‑Off Trucks.
• Make deliveries in a safe and timely manner.
• Maintain full compliance with DOT, FMCSA, daily ELD logs, timesheets and vehicle inspection reports.
• Perform simple maintenance and cleaning of response vehicle and assigned truck.
• Perform various housekeeping and custodial duties as required.
• Answer 24/7 Emergency Response calls when on uncontrolled stand‑by.
• Work long hours and overtime, including days, nights or weekend shifts.
• Other reasonable directives, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
• Comply with the Random Drug Testing Program.

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent highly preferred.
• Current Class B Commercial Driver License, required. Class A preferred.
• Driving record that meets company standards and current DMV printout, required.
• Hazmat and Tanker endorsement, required within 90 days of hire.
• 40‑hour HAZWOPER required. Company paid training available.
• 2 – 5 years of experience in heavy equipment driving and operation required.
• 1 – 5 years of hazardous waste control and environmental services industry experience preferred.
• All applicants must pass the following pre‑employment requirements:
• Physical including drug and alcohol screening
• Background check in accordance with local laws and regulations

CORE COMPETENCIES AND SPECIFIC SKILLS

• Strong attention to detail with a distraction‑free driving style.
• Comprehensive understanding of logistics systems.
• Safety conscious.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

• Pull/push 50 lbs. unassisted on a frequent daily basis.
• Twist and turn in full range of motion in arms, hands, torso, neck, back, and legs on a frequent daily basis.
• Lift/carry 50 lbs. unassisted on a frequent daily basis.
• Typing/data entry on a frequent daily basis
• Equipment used: industrial cleaning and heavy equipment
• Exposed to all environmental temperatures and weather conditions.

BENEFITS

• 401(k) with company matching
• $3000 Sign on Bonus

Pay: $34.00 - $39.00

Pay Range

The estimated pay range for this job. Disclosing pay information promotes competitive and equitable pay.

The actual pay rate will depend on the person's qualifications and experience.

$27.40 - $43.75 / hour

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