CDL Driver Trainee & Equipment Operator (Disaster Response)

Ceres Environmental Services, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Other eligible benefits

Job summary

Ceres Environmental Services, Inc. is seeking a CDL Driver Trainee / Equipment Operator in Houston, TX. This full-time role offers hands-on training to operate grapple trucks, side dump trailers, and other equipment for debris removal and disaster recovery.

Travel to other markets may be required during storm response efforts. The position emphasizes learning on-the-job with safety as a priority, offering competitive pay and benefits including medical, 401(k) with company match, and PTO.

Qualifications

• CDL required (Class A or B).
• Demonstrate safe driving habits and adherence to procedures.
• Willing to complete additional training to obtain Class A or remove restrictions.
• Able to work outdoors in varying weather and travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist experienced drivers with transportation, hauling, and storm response operations.
• Operate and gain proficiency with commercial vehicles and hauling equipment during on-the-job training.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and report maintenance or safety concerns.
• Maintain logs, tickets, and project documentation accurately and on time.
• Communicate with field supervisors and dispatch to coordinate assignments.

Skills

CDL driving

Safety-minded

Dependable

Willing to learn

Job description

Ceres Environmental Services, Inc. is seeking a CDL Driver Trainee / Equipment Operator in Houston, TX. This full-time role offers hands-on training to operate grapple trucks, side dump trailers, and other equipment for debris removal and disaster recovery.

Travel to other markets may be required during storm response efforts. The position emphasizes learning on-the-job with safety as a priority, offering competitive pay and benefits including medical, 401(k) with company match, and PTO.