Class A Hazmat Driver & Emergency Response - 5K Sign-On Bonus

Clean Harbors, Inc.; High Point (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Tuition reimbursement

Training and development

Job summary

Clean Harbors in High Point, NC is seeking a Class A CDL Driver to operate a variety of trucks at customer sites, supporting hazardous waste cleanup both on and off sites. The role includes loading/unloading, log maintenance, and compliance with DOT regulations.

The position offers an hourly range of $25.00–$30.00, plus a $5,000 sign-on bonus paid throughout the first year. New hires attend a two-week training academy; travel expenses are covered and per diem is provided.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL and ability to operate a manual transmission.
• Hazmat and Tanker endorsements required.
• Ability to use mobile devices for communication and job updates.
• Must pass background check, drug test and medical exam where applicable.
• Comply with OSHA respirator standards as required.

Responsibilities

• Operate Class A trucks safely and in DOT compliance.
• Load/unload cargo; assist field laborers as needed.
• Maintain logs, time sheets, and reports daily.
• Be on call for emergency response on a rotating basis.
• Handle hazardous materials and on-site decontamination as assigned.

Skills

Valid Class A CDL

Manual transmission

Respiratory protection

Education

Hazmat endorsement

Tanker endorsement

Job description

Clean Harbors in High Point, NC is seeking a Class A CDL Driver to operate a variety of heavy and light duty trucks/work equipment at our customer sites; some of the 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.

TRAVEL / ON CALL / EMERGENCY RESPONSE

Hourly Range - $25.00 - $30.00

Please note: All new hires must attend a two-week training academy; travel expenses are paid by the company and per diem is provided.

***$5,000 Sign-On Bonus Paid Throughout Your First Year of Employment***

Clean Harbors is the leading provider of environmental, energy and industrial services throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico. Everywhere industry meets environment, Clean Harbors is on-site, providing premier environmental, energy and industrial services. We are solving tough problems through innovation and proven methodology - come be part of the solution with us.

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
• 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

• 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, time sheets, 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

• Valid Class A CDL
• Ability to operate a manual transmission
• Hazmat and Tanker endorsement
• 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
• 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.