CDL Equipment Driver - Travel

Clean Harbors

SOUTH PLAINFIELD (NJ)

On-site

USD 3,720,000 - 4,133,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits
401K with company match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Training and tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Clean Harbors in South Plainfield, NJ is seeking a Class A CDL Driver to operate a variety of heavy and light duty trucks at customer sites. This role includes driving and non-driving duties related to hazardous waste cleanup and may require overtime and emergency response work.

The position includes training during a two-week Academy, with expenses covered by the company. Benefits include health coverage after 30 days, a 401K with company match, and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

  • Valid Class A CDL and clean driving record.
  • Ability to obtain Hazmat and Tanker endorsements within 90 days.
  • Ability to use various mobile devices.
  • Perform physical functions per job requirements.
  • Pass background check, drug test, and medical exam where applicable.
  • Meet facial hair standards per OSHA Respiratory Protection Standard.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and processes and always acting in a safe manner.
  • Operate commercial trucks and assist field laborers when needed (team atmosphere where everyone helps).
  • Operate a variety of Class A trucks.
  • Loading and unloading of trucks.
  • Manual labor on site to ensure fulfillment of customer needs.
  • Proper placarding of vehicles to meet Company and DOT requirements/regulations.
  • Maintain daily logs, time sheets, and various reports.
  • Follow all local, state (provincial) and federal compliance regulations and rules.
  • Safely operate vehicles in accordance with U.S. DOT, local, state (provincial) and federal requirements.
  • Safely observe all corporate operating guidelines and procedures.
  • Observe all company environmental health and safety operating guidelines.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Be on call for emergency response on rotating basis every other week.
  • Site-remediation, equipment decontamination, and handling of hazardous materials.

Skills

Safety awareness
Physical stamina
Teamwork
Attention to detail

Job description

Clean Harbors in South Plainfield, NJ is seeking a Class A CDL Driver to operate a variety of heavy and light duty trucks/work equipment at our customer sites; some of the vehicles operated include vacuum trucks, Cuscos, guzzlers, and roll offs. This role is responsible for performing driving and non-driving duties on and off customer sites associated with hazardous waste clean-up.

  • CDL license required
  • Monday through Friday schedule, average start time 6 am
  • Average an 8-10+ hour day. Overtime after 40 hrs.
  • Must be available for emergency response and occasional project work (evenings & weekends)
  • Up to 50% overnight travel
  • Hotel and per diem provided for any overnight travel
  • Hours and schedule are not guaranteed, and will vary with emergency response needs

Note this position requires new hires to attend our two-week Academy training. Expenses are covered by the company, and it is paid training.

Clean Harbors is the leading provider of environmental, energy and industrial services throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico. Everywhere industry meets environment, Clean Harbors is on-site, providing premier environmental, energy and industrial services. We are solving tough problems through innovation and proven methodology – come be part of the solution with us.

Why work for Clean Harbors?
  • Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
  • Focus on maintaining sustainability and cleaning the Earth
  • Recruiting Pay range - $27-28+ hourly or more depending on experience
  • Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment including 401K with Company match
  • Own part of the company with our Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career
  • Company paid training and tuition reimbursement
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
  • Ensure Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and processes and always acting in a safe manner
  • Operate commercial trucks and assist field laborers when needed (team atmosphere where everyone helps)
  • Operate a variety of Class A trucks
  • Loading and unloading of trucks
  • Manual labor on site to ensure fulfillment of customer needs
  • Proper placarding of vehicles to meet Company and DOT requirements/regulations
  • Maintain daily logs, time sheets, and various reports
  • Follow all local, state (provincial) and federal compliance regulations and rules
  • Safely operate vehicles in accordance with U.S. DOT, local, state (provincial) and federal requirements
  • Safely observe all corporate operating guidelines and procedures
  • Observe all company environmental health and safety operating guidelines
  • Performs other duties as assigned
  • By position, ability to be on call for emergency response on rotating basis every other week
  • By position, site-remediation, equipment decontamination, and the handling of hazardous materials
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
  • Valid Class A CDL
  • Ability to obtain Hazmat and Tanker endorsement within 90 days of employment
  • Ability to use various mobile devices
  • Perform physical functions per job requirements
  • Successfully complete a background check, drug test, and physical, by position
  • Per OSHA's Respiratory Protection Standard, 29 CFR 1910.34, employees in positions requiring respirators are required to meet facial hair standards.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Commercial driver experience
  • Hazmat and Tanker endorsement
  • Previous Hazmat experience
  • Ability to operate a manual transmission
  • Previous manual labor experience

Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.

Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact ect@cleanharbors.com or 1-844-922-5547.

Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company.

Please be advised that Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used to support certain stages of the recruitment process but are not used as a replacement for human decision making.

Clean Harbors is committed to complying with applicable pay transparency laws and ensuring fair and equitable compensation. The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this role. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as location, experience, skills, and business needs. In addition to the base salary, some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

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