CDL Driver / Laborer

Environmental Works, Inc.; Carter Lake (IA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid lodging

Daily per diem

Safety boot reimbursement

Uniforms provided

Tuition reimbursement

Gym membership reimbursement

Company cell phone

Job summary

Environmental Works, Inc. is hiring a CDL Driver / Laborer to operate trucks and specialized equipment for industrial and environmental projects. The role blends driving with hands-on fieldwork, requiring safety-minded teamwork and physical stamina.

The position is full-time in Iowa, with company-paid lodging, a $2,000 sign-on bonus, daily per diem, and opportunities for quarterly bonuses after one year. Expect travel to job sites, early starts, and adherence to OSHA standards.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A or B CDL required.
• Two years of driving experience minimum.
• Three years of general labor or similar hands-on work.
• Ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Tanker endorsement required before first day.
• HAZMAT endorsement strongly preferred.
• Commitment to safety procedures and PPE usage.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate commercial vehicles and specialized equipment.
• Travel to job sites and respond to emergency calls.
• Use hand tools and light machinery as needed.
• Perform routine equipment care and basic maintenance.
• Work with team to complete industrial/environmental projects.

Skills

CDL Driver

Teamwork

Communication

Time management

Safety-conscious

Reading instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED (not required)

Tanker endorsement

HAZMAT endorsement

Job description

$2,000 SIGN-ON BONUS | NO DEGREE OR GED REQUIRED

• Pay:$25–$32 per hour
• Lodging: Company-paid
• Bonus: Quarterly bonus eligibility after one year of employment

Join the EWI Team!

Are you a CDL driver who enjoys staying active rather than sitting behind the wheel all day? Do you enjoy hands-on work and being part of a hardworking crew? Environmental Works, Inc. (EWI) wants you on our team!

As a CDL Driver / Operator, you'll do more than drive. You'll operate specialized equipment and work alongside your crew on industrial and environmental projects, including pressure washing, hydroblasting, vacuum truck operations, spill response, tank cleaning, steam cleaning, and industrial maintenance.

Essential Job Functions

CDL DRIVER / LABORER | DRIVING AND EQUIPMENT OPERATION:

• Safely operate commercial vehicles, including trucks with 10-speed manual or automatic transmissions, and specialized equipment.
• Travel to scheduled job sites and respond to emergency service calls.
• Operate hand tools, light machinery, and job-specific equipment.
• Perform routine equipment care and light maintenance.
• Follow established safety procedures and applicable OSHA requirements.

CDL DRIVER / LABORER | HANDS-ON WORK & TEAMWORK:

• Spend approximately 50–70% of each shift outside the vehicle performing hands-on industrial work.
• Collaborate with crew members to complete industrial and environmental projects.
• Work in confined spaces and tight quarters when required.
• Repeatedly lift, carry, and handle materials weighing up to 50–60 pounds.
• Perform physical tasks involving standing, walking, climbing, bending, kneeling, crouching, reaching, gripping, and lifting.
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including respirators, safety glasses, approved steel-toe footwear, coveralls, and hearing protection.

CDL DRIVER / LABORER | POSITION TYPE & SCHEDULE:

• Full-time position.
• Some weekends and holidays required.
• Overnight travel may be required up to 50% of the time. Travel is by company vehicle, with employees home most evenings and weekends when project schedules permit.
• On-call availability required seven days a week, with rotations varying by location and crew size.

CDL DRIVER / LABORER | REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Class A or Class B CDL.
• At least two years of driving experience.
• At least three years of general labor, construction, or similar hands-on experience.
• Ability to safely operate a 10-speed manual or automatic truck.
• Ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong teamwork, communication, adaptability, and time-management skills.
• Commitment to safety procedures and required PPE.
• Tanker endorsement required before your first day of employment.

CDL DRIVER / LABORER | PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED (not required).
• HAZMAT endorsement strongly preferred.

CDL DRIVER / LABORER | Work Environment & Physical Requirements

EWI field service employees work in industrial facilities with potential exposure to dust, oils, grain, fertilizer, other industrial materials, and varying weather and temperatures. Employees must follow safety standards and wear required PPE.

This position requires the ability to regularly lift and carry at least 50 pounds; stand, walk, climb, balance, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, grip, and handle tools and materials; communicate effectively; and work in confined spaces when required.

• Health insurance plans with $1,750 or $3,500 deductibles.
• HSA option with the $3,500 deductible plan, including a company contribution.
• Dental and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with up to a 4% company match.

Additional Benefits

• Company-paid lodging for qualifying work travel and $65 daily per diem.
• Safety boot reimbursement and company-provided uniforms.
• Company cell phone, depending on position.
• Tuition reimbursement and career development resources and training.
• Gym membership reimbursement.
• $2,000 sign-on bonus and quarterly bonus eligibility after one year of employment.

Environmental Works, Inc. (EWI) is committed to a workplace free from discrimination based on race, gender, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We strive to create an inclusive environment where all employees are treated with kindness and respect.