Class A CDL Driver

Tidewater Barge Lines; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Nine holidays

401(k) match

Union pension

Job summary

Tidewater Barge Lines in Vancouver, WA is seeking a Class A CDL Operator to join the Tidewater Environmental Services team. You will safely transport hazardous and non-hazardous materials to customer locations, loading and unloading using a variety of equipment including tractor-trailers, roll-offs, street sweepers, and vac trucks.

This role emphasizes safety, teamwork, professional communication with customers, on-call flexibility, and compliance with all safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license with insurable driving record.
• Ability to obtain hazmat and tanker endorsements.
• TWIC Card within 15 days of hire.
• Pre-employment physical, DOT drug screen, background and driving record checks.
• Flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Safely load and unload equipment and materials.
• Transport hazardous and non-hazardous materials to customer locations.
• Operate tractor-trailer combinations and vacuum trucks and other equipment.
• Maintain professional communication with customers and coworkers.
• Follow safety regulations and company procedures.
• Maintain attendance and participate in on-call assignments.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Safety compliance

Vehicle operation

On-call flexibility

Education

CDL Class A

Job description

Tidewater Barge Lines

Location: Operations - General (US)

Department: Tidewater Environmental Services

Number of openings: Operations - General (US)

THE JOB

Tidewater Environmental Services, Inc. is hiring a Class A CDL Operator to join our team in Vancouver, WA! In this role, you’ll support the Pacific Northwest’s industrial and marine communities by safely transporting hazardous and non-hazardous materials to customer locations. Responsibilities include loading, unloading, and operating a variety of specialized equipment, including tractor-trailer combinations, roll-off trucks (straight truck and trailer), street sweepers, and wet/dry vacuum trucks (tankers and guzzlers).

This position will:

• Maintain a teamwork mentality and work effectively with others.
• Maintain clear and professional communication with employees and customers via cell phone and face-to-face interactions.
• Represent the Company in a professional manner at all times.
• Safely load and unload equipment, materials, and vacuum hoses.
• Ensure the successful, safe, and timely transportation and delivery of products.
• Operate commercial vehicles and specialized equipment in compliance with all applicable safety regulations and company procedures.
• Follow safe work practices, maintain regular attendance, and participate in on-call assignments as required.

THE BENEFITS & PAY

Hiring Wages: $31.18 or $34.93/ hour (dependent on experience and qualifications)

• Up to an additional $3.25/ hour based on endorsements and on-the-job experience
• Wage increase after 1040 hours worked if hired on at the entry level wage rate.
• Overtime is paid for all weekend work and any work beyond eight hours per day or 40 hours per week
• Full-family medical/dental/vision coverage with low premiums
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Nine holidays
• Company 401(k), eligible for 2% company match, fully vested in match after one (1) year of employment
• Union Pension*

* This position is represented by the I.U.P.A.T District Council No.5; this is not a seniority-based position.

THE CATCH

• A valid driver’s license and insurable driving record.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays
• Ability to obtain hazmat and tanker endorsements.
• Obtain and maintain a valid TWIC Card in accordance with Department of Homeland Security and TSA guidelines within 15 days of hire date.
• All employment offers are contingent on the successful completion of a pre-employment physical, DOT drug screen, criminal background check, driving record check, and driving test.

THE COMPANY

Headquartered in Vancouver, Washington, with a second location in Kent, Washington, Tidewater Environmental Services offers a range of services, including industrial cleaning, hazardous and non-hazardous waste transportation, wet/dry vacuum services, tank cleaning, and ship cargo hold cleaning throughout Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and parts of California. We operate seven days a week, 24 hours per day, to serve our customers.

The characteristics described herein are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be required for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this or similar positions and additional duties may be assigned.

Tidewater is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to status as a protected veteran or a qualified individual with a disability.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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