Class B CDL Trainee

Clean Harbors; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K with match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Training & tuition reimbursement

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Clean Harbors in Waukesha, WI is hiring a Sales and Service Route Driver Trainee. This role trains to drive a Class B box truck to service parts washers, pickup waste, and sell on a defined route. CDL is paid for by the company and training is provided, with home daily and a Monday–Friday schedule.

Pay starts between $22–$23 per hour, with increases after Class B CDL certification. Includes health benefits after 30 days, 401(k) with company match, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Must obtain CDL-B within 180 days of employment (company paid).
• Hazmat and Tanker endorsement required within 30 days of CDL-B.
• Strong customer service and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Health and Safety is the number one priority by following all safety practices.
• Complete daily scheduled services, deliveries, and pickups on time.
• Switch out 15- & 30-gallon drums of solutions at customer locations.
• Complete documentation and labeling for all jobs.
• Generate and collect leads for new products and services.
• Sell additional products and services to existing accounts.
• Follow all local, state, and federal regulations and guidelines.
• Safely operate vehicles per DOT and company policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Independent work

Computer skills

Verbal & written communication

Problem solving

Customer service

Education

CDL-B within 180 days

Hazmat endorsement

Job description

Safety-Kleen in Waukesha, WI is seeking a Sales and Service Route Driver Trainee (Driver Class B Trainee)

This role will train to drive a Class B box truck to provide onsite service for parts washer machines, pick up containerized hazardous waste, and sell products/services in a defined route. Safety-Kleen will pay for you to obtain your CDL.

• Home Daily
• Monday through Friday schedule
• Average start time between 6-7 am, overtime after 40 hrs.

Note: This position requires new hires to attend our out-of-state Academy training, which may require being away from home for a period of time. Training duration may vary based on scheduling and program requirements. Training is paid, and related expenses are covered by the company.

Safety-Kleen, a subsidiary of 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
• Pay Range $22-$23 per hour, with an additional pay increase upon successful completion of your Class B CDL certification
• 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
• Complete daily scheduled services, deliveries, and pickups in a timely manner
• Switch out 15- & 30-gallon drums of solutions at customer locations
• Completes all required documentation and labeling
• Generates / collects leads from customers for new products and services
• Sells additional products and services into existing accounts
• 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
• Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Obtain a CDL B within 180 days of employment (company paid)
• Obtain Hazmat and Tanker endorsement within 30 days of CDL B
• Ability to work independently while managing time and productivity
• Basic computer and math skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Problem solving skills
• Perform physical functions per job requirements
• Successfully complete a background check, drug test, and physical, by position

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong customer service skills
• Commercial route driving experience (Class C or non-CDL)

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 Schedule: Full time

Regular or Temporary: Regular

Job Function: Driver - Route Sales

Locations: 2200 South West Avenue

Pay Range: 14.90 - 34.62 Hourly