Driver Operator 1

Crystal Clean; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & Holidays

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) Matching

Job summary

Patriot Environmental Services is seeking a qualified Heavy Equipment Operator/Driver to join our team in California. The role requires a current CDL, Hazmat endorsement, and 2–5 years of heavy equipment experience. Expect to operate 50/70 Vacuum and Roll-Off trucks, manage HazMat manifests, and maintain DOT/FMCSA compliance.

We offer safety‑driven, long shifts, emergency response duties, and opportunities for growth within environmental services. Competitive pay and benefits apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent highly preferred.
• Current Commercial Driver License, required. Class A preferred.
• Hazmat and Tanker endorsement, required.
• 40-hour HAZWOPER required.
• 2 - 5 years of experience in heavy equipment driving and operation required.
• 1 - 5 years of hazardous waste control and environmental services industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Health and Safety is the priority by following safe work practices.
• Drive and operate heavy equipment including 50/70 Barrel Vacuum and Single Roll-Off Trucks.
• Make deliveries in a safe and timely manner.
• Prepare Haz-Mat & Non-Haz manifests.
• Maintain DOT, FMCSA, daily ELD logs, timesheets and vehicle inspection reports.
• Perform simple maintenance and cleaning of response vehicle and assigned truck.
• Perform housekeeping and custodial duties as required.
• Answer 24/7 Emergency Response calls when on standby.
• Work long hours and overtime, including nights or weekends.
• Other directives may be assigned.
• Comply with the Random Drug Testing Program.

Skills

CDL A

Hazmat Endorsement

HAZWOPER

Heavy Equipment

DOT/FMCSA knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

What We Do

As a premier provider of environmental services in the Western United States, Patriot Environmental Services provides a wide range of industrial, emergency response and remediation services. We are committed to the principles of safety, superior customer service and experience, and unyielding quality and dedication.

We provide a broad array of environmental services to meet any need that our clients may have. From emergency spill response to hazardous waste transportation to wastewater treatment, or from industrial cleaning to full facility closure and remediation, Patriot can do it all with our own internal resources and do so while accomplishing every metric of success.

Our mission is to always be Prepared and Professional.

Join the team that makes a difference!

Duties And Responsibilities

• Ensure that Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, processes, and acting in a safe manner.
• Drive and operate a minimum of two types of heavy equipment including but not limited to 50/70 Barrel Vacuum and Single Roll-Off Trucks.
• Make deliveries in a safe and timely manner.
• Prepare Haz-Mat & Non-Haz manifests.
• Maintain full compliance with DOT, FMCSA, daily ELD logs, timesheets and vehicle inspection reports.
• Perform simple maintenance and cleaning of response vehicle and assigned truck.
• Perform various housekeeping and custodial duties as required.
• Answer 24/7 Emergency Response calls when on uncontrolled stand‑by.
• Work long hours and overtime, including days, nights or weekend shifts.
• Other reasonable directives, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
• Comply with the Random Drug Testing Program.

Experience, Education And Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent highly preferred.
• Current Commercial Driver License, required. Class A preferred.
• Driving record that meets company standards and current DMV printout, required.
• Hazmat and Tanker endorsement, required.
• 40-hour HAZWOPER required.
• 2 - 5 years of experience in heavy equipment driving and operation required.
• 1 - 5 years of hazardous waste control and environmental services industry experience preferred.
• All applicants must pass the following pre-employment requirements:
  • Physical including drug and alcohol screening
  • Background check in accordance with local laws and regulations

Core Competencies And Specific Skills

• Strong attention to detail with a distraction-free driving style.
• Comprehensive understanding of logistics systems.
• Safety conscious.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

• Pull/push 50 lbs. unassisted on a frequent daily basis.
• Twist and turn in full range of motion in arms, hands, torso, neck, back, and legs on a frequent daily basis.
• Lift/carry 50 lbs. unassisted on a frequent daily basis.
• Typing/data entry on a frequent daily basis
• Equipment used: industrial cleaning and heavy equipment
• Exposed to all environmental temperatures and weather conditions.

Benefits

• PTO, paid holidays, sick time
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurances
• 401(k) with company matching

Pay: $26 - $35 per hour

The compensation for the role will depend on several factors, including the candidate's qualifications, work experience, competencies, and skills, and may fall outside of the range shown.

Patriot Environmental Services is an equal opportunity employer (EOE)

Check us out online at www.patriotenvironmental.com