CDL A Driver w/Tanker - Yard Driver

VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC; Mauldin (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

FSA/HSA benefits

11 company-paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC is seeking a CDL driver for our Mauldin, SC site. You will move trucks and trailers, support loading and unloading, and ensure safety and compliance with DOT regulations.

The role requires a Class A CDL with Tanker endorsement, at least three years of verifiable driving experience, and the ability to pass a DOT physical and background check. Hazmat endorsement is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid commercial driver's license with at least three years of verifiable driving experience.
• CDL Class A with Tanker endorsement is required; Hazmat endorsement preferred.
• Must meet DOT physical and pass a background check.
• Must be able to read and speak English and operate manual transmission.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety policies and procedures.
• Move loaded and empty trailers at the Mauldin, SC facility.
• Transport hazardous and non-hazardous materials safely.
• Verify legal axle and gross weights for outgoing loads.
• Maintain neat trailer drop yard and assist with yard checks.
• Work with plant operations to support loading/unloading.

Skills

CDL driver

3+ years driving

English proficiency

Manual transmission

DOT physical

Background check

Tanker endorsement

Hazmat endorsement preferred

Reading traffic signs

Job description

About VLS!

Waste Services

VLS Waste Services provides customized waste processing solutions for hazardous and non-hazardous industrial and commercial waste, including landfill diversion and sustainability programs, solidification of liquid waste, recycling, wastewater treatment, and waste sequestration.

Railcar Services

VLS Railcar Cleaning and Repair Services division provides specialty cleaning services for difficult-to-clean products, including chemicals, hardened materials, and pressurized gases, and comprehensive repair services for certified full-service repairs, tank car qualifications, and maintenance.

Marine Services

VLS Marine Services division offers state-of-the-art barge cleaning, repair, and gas-free facilities for various chemical solvents and downstream petroleum products.

Summary

Job Summary

The CDL Driver will be responsible for moving trucks and trailers at our Mauldin Site. This includes the need to support operations during high demand times to ensure the success of the business.

Job Duties

• Follow and abide by company safety policies and procedures.
• Moving loaded and empty trailers at our Mauldin SC facilty.
• Move equipment to our shop for repair and picking up repaired equipment as necessary.
• Loading, unloading, and safely transporting hazardous and non-hazardous materials and operation of fleet and facility equipment.
• a) Types of equipment include, but are not limited to: vac trucks, vac tankers, bulk tankers, roll off equipment, walking floor trailers, dump trailers, and dry van trailers.
• During loading procedures, the facility driver will need to verify legal axle and gross DOT weights for outgoing loads utilizing plant scales.
• Keep trailer drop yard neat and orderly.
• Work directly with plant operations in support of loading, unloading, yard checks and various other duties.
• Safe and responsible operation of assigned equipment while maintaining appearance of company equipment to meet company standards.
• Ensuring compliance with applicable federal and/ or state laws, regulations, and/or agency rules, standards, and guidelines.
• Ability to make minor repairs is a plus (light bulbs, fuses, minor air leaks.
• Ability to identify and report equipment malfunction or damage.

Requirements

• Must not be disqualified to drive a commercial motor vehicle under rules and regulations set forth in CFR 49 Part 391.15.
• Possess a valid commercial drivers' license with at least three (3) years of verifiable driving experience.
• CDL driver must have a good driving history and be able to pass a background check.
• Be physically and mentally qualified to drive a commercial motor vehicle and pass a DOT physical as defined in 49 CFR Part 391.
• The position requires a Class A CDL with Tanker endorsement.
• HAZMAT Endorsement preferred. We are willing to work with the right candidate to obtain the HAZMAT endorsement.
• Be able to read and speak English to sufficiently converse with the general public, understand traffic signs and signals, to respond to official inquiries, and make entries on reports and records.
• Efficiently able to operate a manual transmission (NO automatic restrictions).
• Must meet requirements and able to perform all tasks and essential duties of but not limited to the job description.

Physical Requirements

Bend, stoop, crawl,
Standing, Sitting, Walking
Lift up to 50lbs

What's in it for you!

Physical and Mental Wellbeing:

At VLS our employees are the core of our business. As such, we value our employees' physical, mental, and financial wellbeing by providing first class, high value benefits and resources that are centered around a proper work-life balance.

VLS is committed to supporting our employees' physical and mental health by providing:
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance - Based on each employee's need, we offer various high quality, low-premium medical, dental and vision plans, which include our first-in-class concierge service (available in Spanish) and 2nd MD Offering.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Healthcare Saving Accounts (HSA) -- Set aside pre-tax money to use toward your health care spending. VLS provides an employer contribution to all HSA accounts.
Time Off - We offer 11 (eleven) company-paid holidays, in addition to our paid time off and voluntary time off plans.
Employee Assistance Program -- 24/7 assistance and counseling services that are 100% confidential and free to all employees and their dependents.
Telemedicine -- All employees and dependents receive free virtual visits by licensed practitioners any time, any day...including holidays!

Financial and Retirement Planning:

401(k) - Generous 401(k) matching program after 90 days of employment. VLS will match up to 5% of your pay every pay period. Matching contributions are 100% vested immediately.
Life and Disability Insurance -- Employer-paid life insurance, along with short-term and long-term disability coverage provided to all full-time employees.
Voluntary Life Protection Plans -- Employees and their dependents can elect coverage in our voluntary life/add, critical illness, hospital indemnity and accident plans.
Rewards and Recognition Programs -- We celebrate our employees! From birthdays to anniversaries and other various milestones/achievements, we have programs in place to recognize our employees.
Financial Planning - Free One on One financial planning with a certified Financial Planner/Coach.
Employee Discount - Employee Discount Program for savings on everyday goods and services at various retailers throughout the US.