CDL Class A Driver II

Covanta; Hodgkins (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Employee assistance program

Safety training and development

Job summary

Reworld is seeking a CDL Class A driver with Hazmat and Tanker endorsements to safely transport hazardous materials on a home-daily schedule from the Hodgkins, IL location. You will operate pumping equipment, perform inspections, and coordinate with dispatch to meet client needs.

Responsibilities include equipment loading/unloading, maintaining compliance with DOT rules, and communicating route status. The role requires a strong safety mindset and flexibility for occasional weekend work.

Qualifications

• CDL Class A with Hazmat and Tanker endorsements required.
• Strong tanker experience with hazardous or fuel related materials preferred.
• 3–5 years of CDL A experience operating tankers recommended.
• Acceptable driving record required.
• Local home daily schedule with possible weekend availability.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate Class A commercial vehicles to transport and pump hazardous materials.
• Operate pumping equipment to load, unload, and move material between facilities and customer sites.
• Slip seat between available units and drive various vehicles as needed.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections on vehicles, pumps, hoses, and equipment.
• Monitor driving behavior with onboard systems and stay compliant with DOT regulations.

Skills

Hazmat endorsements

Tanker experience

CDL A

Local home daily schedule

Manual transmission

Job description

Who we are

For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes.

Our Vision

Reworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment.

Our Business

Reworld partners with businesses by offering cutting-edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals.

Our Value

Reworld's differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world's largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world.

About the role

The CDL Driver II Class A is responsible for the safe transportation and pumping of hazardous petroleum based materials within a local operating area. This role supports customer and facility needs through tanker operations, material transfers, and compliance driven hauling. Drivers operate Manual transmission equipment and work a home daily schedule.

Primary Responsibilities

• Safely operate Class A commercial vehicles to transport and pump hazardous petroleum contact oil, hazardous waste, flammable materials, and diesel in compliance with DOT regulations and company procedures
• Operate PTO driven pumping equipment including stingers, hoses, and transfer pumps to load, unload, and move material between facilities and customer sites
• Slip seat between available units and operate different vehicles as needed throughout the shift
• Perform thorough pre trip and post trip inspections on vehicles, pumps, hoses, and related equipment
• Monitor driving behavior and compliance through onboard systems including Samsara

Additional Responsibilities

• Complete required transportation and compliance documentation including manifests, logs, and inspection reports
• Ensure vehicles are properly placarded for hazardous materials at all times
• Communicate clearly with dispatch, operations, and customers regarding route instructions, job status, and delays
• Follow written and verbal route directions and adjust based on site and client needs
• Maintain safe work practices to protect employees, customers, and the public
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of operations

Required Qualifications

• Minimum age 21
• Valid CDL Class A with Hazmat and Tanker endorsements
• Strong tanker experience with hazardous or fuel related materials
• Preferred 3 to 5 years of CDL A experience operating tankers, including driving in various weather conditions
• Acceptable driving record
• Ability to work a local home daily schedule with potential weekend availability
• Manual transmission experience strongly preferred, exceptional automatic only drivers considered

Schedule and Location

• Home daily local position based out of the Hodgkins facility
• Typical start time between 5 to 6 AM
• Shifts generally run 8 to 10 hours per day, Monday through Friday, with possible weekend work

Physical Demands

• Ability to walk, stand, sit, and climb throughout the workday
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work in various weather conditions and outdoor environments
• Ability to safely operate pumping and transfer equipment

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Health savings and flexible spending account options
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Employee assistance programs
• Companyprovided safety training and development opportunities

In addition to salary, this roleis eligible for benefits. The benefits would include medical, prescription drug, vision, and dental plans; 401(k) plan; paid parental leave; paid time off; and paid holidays.

Additional details are available at https://www.reworldwaste.com/careers/benefits.

For additional information, refer to the Pay Transparency section below.

All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities.

Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

Pay Transparency

Reworld is committed to paying its staff equitably, and we strive to provide competitive compensation and benefits packages. The range below reflects Reworld's reasonable estimate of base pay for this role based on primary posting location. It is expected that most qualified candidates in this location will fall within the posting range. The final salary offered for this role will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to: experience, education, geographic location, skills and competencies, travel requirements and/or union contracts (if applicable). Pay ranges are reviewed from time to time and may be modified in the future.

The pay range for the primary location of this position is: 27.60 - 36.73 USD per hour

Reworld provides an industry-leading benefits package that supports the whole person-and their families-through a balanced approach to mental, physical, and financial wellbeing. Regular full-time employees based in the USA have access to comprehensive medical, prescription drugs, dental, and vision coverage, FSA, HSA, short- and long-term disability benefits. Our 401(k) plan is industry-leading, with an up to 7% company match. Additional benefits include Company-paid life and AD&D insurance, EAP, paid parental leave, and educational assistance. For more information regarding these offerings, please visit the Reworld Careers Benefits Page. Reworldreserves the right to amend, suspend or terminate any benefit plan, in whole or in part, at any time.

Our DEI Commitment

Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an Affiantative Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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