CDL Yard Driver

Enviri Corporation; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

401(k) plan post January 2027

Job summary

Enviri Corporation in Kansas City, Missouri, is looking for a Waste Transport Driver to safely transport waste materials and perform warehouse duties. Candidates must have a valid Class A CDL and knowledge of environmental regulations.

The role requires physical stamina for lifting and operating heavy equipment. Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and 401(k) plan after January 2027 are offered.

We value diversity and encourage military veterans to apply.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years old following FMCSA guidelines.
• Possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License.
• Maintain a current Medical Examiner’s Certificate (MEC) and valid TWIC card.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport waste using various vehicles.
• Perform warehouse duties related to waste materials.
• Load and unload items according to delivery documents.

Skills

Operating powered equipment (forklift)

Knowledge of Environmental/Regulatory/DOT rules

Fluency in verbal and written English

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Hand truck

Forklift

Pallet jack

Job description

Primary Responsibilities

• Safely transport waste between the TSDF, 10‑day, and Transportation garage using tractors, trailers, tankers, roll‑off frames, and box vans 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.
• Perform various regulatory compliance and safety tasks including pre‑trip and post‑trip inspections of the 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, and Transportation Manual).
• Perform other reasonably related tasks as assigned by management.

Work Environment

• Ability to 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.
• 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 safety glasses, hard hat, steel‑toed boots, gloves, Tyvek coveralls, and respirator.
• Subject to hazards including proximity to moving vehicles, electrical current, and exposure to chemicals.
• Ability to work overtime hours as needed based on business needs.

Education

• High school diploma or GED (BA or BS degree required or preferred).

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.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, health, dental, vision, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering, and more. Commencing no later than January 1, 2027, the benefits package will include participation in an employer‑sponsored 401(k) plan. 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.

Military veterans encouraged to apply.