Class A CDL Equipment Operator

Clean Harbors, Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 21,531 - 57,225; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

401K with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid training and tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Clean Harbors, Inc. in Columbus, OH is looking for a Class A CDL Equipment Operator to manage various trucks and work on hazardous waste cleaning projects. The role requires strong commitment to safety and compliance with regulations. Candidates should have a valid Class A CDL and will need to obtain Hazmat and Tanker endorsements. Opportunities for advancement, comprehensive health benefits, and paid training are included.

Qualifications

• Clean Harbors requires a valid Class A CDL for all applicants.
• Candidates must complete background checks and drug tests.
• Physical capability to perform job duties is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of Class A trucks for hazardous waste clean-up.
• Assist field laborers and perform manual labor on site.
• Maintain compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

Skills

Ability to operate manual transmission

Commercial driver experience

Previous Hazmat experience

Education

Valid Class A CDL

Ability to obtain Hazmat and Tanker endorsement within 90 days

Job description

Clean Harbors in Columbus, OH is seeking a Class A CDL Equipment Operator to operate a variety of heavy and light duty trucks/work equipment at customer sites; some 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.

Job details:

• Hazmat and Tanker endorsements preferred, no automatic restriction
• Typically 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/project work that could take you out of town up to 2 weeks at a time, hotel and per diem provided

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

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
• Pay range $25‑28+ per hour
• 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, timesheets, 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 [e-mail] 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.

Job Identification: 160589

Category: Drivers

Posting Date: 2026-05-11

Job Schedule: Full time

Regular or Temporary: Regular

Job Function: Driver - Route Sales

Locations: 4465 Marketing Place

Pay Range: $15.63 - $41.54 Hourly

Is Driver Qualification Required?: Driver Qualification Required