CDL Yard Driver

Veolia; Fernley (NV); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) plan

Job summary

Veolia in North America is seeking a CDL Yard Driver in Fernley, NV to transport waste and hazardous materials between facilities in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

The role requires a valid Class A CDL, Hazmat endorsement preferred, ability to operate forklifts and other equipment, and a commitment to safety. Starting pay is $32.00 per hour with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be 21+ years old and hold a valid Class A CDL.
• Hazmat/Tanker endorsement preferred or obtainable within 90 days.
• Experience with yard jockey/hostler or box trucks preferred.
• Clean driving record and ability to pass DOT/DEA checks.

Responsibilities

• Transport waste and hazardous materials between facilities per regulations.
• Operate switchers or heavy equipment to dock or reposition containers.
• Load, unload, and move items per routing documents.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and load securement.
• Report incidents and safety concerns to management.

Skills

Fluency in English

Forklift operation

DOT/regulatory knowledge

DOT physical & drug test

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

TWIC card

Hazmat endorsement readiness

Job description

Company Description

$5,000 Sign On Bonus!

Veolia has acquired Clean Earth. As Clean Earth completes its integration into Veolia, recruiting and hiring for this role is being managed in partnership with the Clean Earth talent acquisition team.

Veolia in North America is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country’s largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. Veolia helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Veolia has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across North America.

Job Description

In this role, the CDL Yard Driver will be responsible for transporting waste and hazardous materials between Clean Earth facilities in accordance with all federal, state, and local regulations and Clean Earth policies. This role may also be required to operate switchers to dock or reposition containers and other large items using warehouse equipment to assist.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Safely transport waste between the TSDF, 10-day and Transportation garage using the following equipment: tractor, trailer, tanker, roll off frame, box van in accordance with all local, State, Federal, FMCSA, DOT, and company safety guidelines.
• Perform warehouse duties related to receipt, shipment, storage, distribution, or delivery of waste materials, and general facility duties.
• Load, unload, move, or store items according to delivery, routing documents or supervisor’s guidance.
• Label containers and complete pre-printed manifests.
• Operate a hand truck, forklift, or other heavy equipment.
• Performs various regulatory compliance and safety tasks including but not limited to pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicle, placarding, and load securement.
• Report any incidents, injuries or safety concerns to management in a timely manner.
• Adhere to and abide by CE safety and security policies and procedures (e.g.Cardinal Rules, Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), and Transportation Manual).
• Perform other reasonably related tasks as assigned by management.

Work Environment:

• Abilityto sit, stand, walk, bend, and perform physically demanding tasks for extended periods including climbing in and out of the back of a commercial truck
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly without assistance and up to 75 pounds unassisted on occasion.
• Ability to push and pull up to 500 pounds using a pallet jack, hand truck, or other device to assist.

• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and indoors in non-climate-controlled environments

• Visual acuity to read labels and documentation and sufficient depth perception to safely operate forklifts.

• Ability to hear vehicle warning chimes, alarms, and other audible safety signals.
• Ability and willingness to wear company-issued personal protection equipment (PPE), including, but not limited to, safety glasses, hard hat, steel-toed boots, gloves, Tyvek coveralls, and respirator.
• Subject to hazards including a variety of physical conditions such as proximity to moving vehicles, electrical current, and exposure to chemicals.
• Ability to work overtime hours as needed based on business needs.

Starting rate $32.00 hourly

Qualifications

Education:

High school diploma or GED

Experience:

• Must be 21 years of age in accordance with FMCSA guidelines
• Possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License
• Maintain a current Medical Examiner’s Certificate (MEC) and valid TWIC card
• HAZMAT and/or Tanker endorsement preferred or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire
• Experience as a yard jockey or hostler or driving box trucks preferred
• Experience with a Vac Truck, straight truck, or combo vehicle as well as roll-off bins/boxes preferred

Skills:

• Ability to operate powered equipment such as a forklift
• Strong working knowledge of Environmental/Regulatory/DOT rules and regulations
• Ability to pass a DOT physical, drug test, and/or DEA background check
• Fluency in verbal and written English

The successful candidate will be required to pass a DOT physical, drug test and DEA background check.

Additional Information

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more. In addition, commencing no later than January 1, 2027, benefits package will include participation in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement. Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.