Class A CDL Operator

RPMGlobal; Kent, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 46,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Paid vacation and sick leave

Nine paid holidays

401(k) with 2% company match

Union pension

Job summary

Tidewater Environmental Services, Inc. is hiring a Class A CDL Operator to join our Kent, WA team. You will safely transport hazardous and non-hazardous materials to customer locations, loading and unloading equipment such as tractor-trailers, roll-off, street sweepers, and vacuum trucks.

Maintain professionalism and safety at all times while delivering on assignments. Responsibilities include operating a range of specialized equipment, ensuring on-time deliveries, and complying with DOT and

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL and insurable driving record.
• Ability to obtain hazmat and tanker endorsements.
• Flexible schedule with up to 14 hour days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Willingness to travel to out-of-town job sites.
• Must meet DOT medical clearance criteria and wear respirator.
• Wear all required PPE on job sites.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport hazardous and non-hazardous materials to customer locations in Kent, WA and surrounding areas.
• Load, unload, and operate a variety of equipment including tractor-trailer combinations, roll-off trucks, street sweepers, and vacuum trucks.
• Maintain a teamwork mentality and communicate clearly with customers and coworkers.
• Represent Tidewater Environmental Services, Inc. in a professional manner at all times.
• Ensure safe, timely delivery of products and compliance with safety regulations.
• Follow company procedures and participate in on-call assignments as required.

Job description

THE JOB

Tidewater Environmental Services, Inc. is hiring a Class A CDL Operator to join our team in Kent, 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.

Why work for us?

• Minimum 40-hour Weekly Guarantee
• Market- to Above-Market Wages
• Company-Paid Training
• Prevailing Wage Opportunities
• Small Teamwork Environment
• Well-Maintained Equipment and Newer Fleet

THE BENEFITS & PAY

• Position Wage Range is dependent on experience and qualifications:
• Entry Level (less than one year experience): $33.19/ hour with an increase after 1040 hours worked
• 1 Year of Experience: $37.16/ hour
• Up to an additional $3.50 / hourly, based on endorsements and on-the-job experience.
• Overtime paid for all weekend work and any work beyond eight hours per day/40 hours per week
• Full-family medical/dental/vision coverage with low premiums
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Nine paid holidays
• 401(k) with 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 Class A driver’s license and insurable driving record.
• Ability to obtain hazmat and tanker endorsements.
• Be available to work a flexible schedule with up to 14 hour days, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to travel to job sites that include out-of-town work as required.
• Must meet and maintain DOT medical clearance criteria and ability to wear a respirator (no facial hair).
• Wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE) required for job site location (i.e. earplugs, protective eyewear, goggles, life vest, face shield, crush-resistant footwear and hard hat).
• 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, and driving record check.

THE COMPANY

Tidewater Environmental Services, Inc., headquartered in Vancouver, Washington, has expanded into Kent, Washington! We support the Pacific Northwest's industrial and marine communities by offering a range of services, including industrial cleaning, hazardous and non-hazardous waste transportation, wet/dry vacuum services, tank cleaning, and ship cargo hold cleaning. 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