Environmental Driver Specialist CDL B

Veolia; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental & Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Volunteer time

Job summary

Veolia is seeking an experienced CDL-B driver to transport and properly dispose of hazardous and pharmaceutical waste across assigned retail locations. This on-site role requires travel between facilities, updating documentation in compliance with EPA, DOT and state laws.

The position includes overnight travel (4 nights per week) with hotel stays and per diem covered. A Hazmat endorsement is preferred and must be obtained after hire; a valid CDL-B and DOT clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include 21+ years of age, High School diploma or GED, Hazmat endorsement preferred (required after hire), ability to lift up to 75 lbs, pass DOT physical, drug test, and DEA background check, valid Class B CDL.

Responsibilities

• Characterize, segregate, package, and document hazardous waste and pharmaceutical waste.
• Travel between customer retail facilities within assigned territory.
• Prepare documentation to meet State, EPA, DOT regulations.
• Maintain route and travel schedule to meet 10-day transfer timelines.
• Provide training and support for customers on processes and regulatory compliance.
• Submit written and verbal reports to customer and supervisor.

Skills

CDL B driver

Hazmat endorsement

Physical ability

English proficiency

DOT/DEA background check

OSHA awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Windows (Word, Excel)

Job description

Veolia has acquired Clean Earth. As Clean Earth completes its integration into Veolia, recruiting and hiring for this role is being managed in partnership with the Clean Earth talent acquisition team.

Veolia in North America is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country’s largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. Veolia helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Veolia has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across North America.

Job Description

We’re looking for experienced, professional CDL B drivers that will share our commitment to our people, partners and planet. Traveling to locations on your assigned route, you will be responsible for packing, transporting and properly disposing of waste material in accordance with our environmentally responsible policies and procedures.This position will require 4 overnights/week (with paid hotel expenses and a nightly per diem).

Primary Responsibilities (Essential Functions):

• The CDL B driver works on-site at various retail stores and perform two functions, applying all applicable federal and state laws and DOT, EPA and DEA regulations: 1) Characterize segregate, package and document various types of retail hazardous waste and 2) Characterize, segregate, package, and document various types of pharmaceutical waste. This position is also responsible for the preparation of all appropriate and required documentation to meet State, EPA, DOT and EPA regulations.
• Travel between customer retail facilities, through assigned territory.
• Provide services related to managing retail hazardous waste and pharmaceutical waste as well as characterizing hazardous, regulated, and non-hazardous waste.
• Properly process lab packs and prepare manifests and LDR’s for hazardous waste shipment (according to State, EPA & DOT regulations).
• Maintain / manage own expenses and travel schedule to ensure customers are serviced on a regular and timely basis. Manage route to maintain compliance with 10 day transfer schedules.
• Provide training and support for customers on processes, findings and regulatory compliance.
• Provides written and verbal reports to customer and supervisor.

Hourly Rate: $26 - $27.50

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• At least 21 years of age
• High School diploma or General Educational Development (GED) required
• Hazmat Endorsement - Hazmat endorsement for transporting waste is preferred (candidates will be expected to obtain a Hazmat endorsement as a condition of employment after hire).
• Understand, read, and write English
• Able to repeatedly lift and carry up to 75 lbs.
• Able to stand, bend, and walk for extended periods of time
• Basic knowledge of Windows-based software (Word, Excel, etc)
• Willing and able to wear company-provided personal protective equipment such as eye protection, foot protection, Tyvek coveralls, and respirator (as needed)
• Valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
• Able to pass a DOT physical, drug test, and DEA background check

Preferred Qualifications

• Valid TWIC Card
• At least 1 year of route driving experience
• Knowledge of hazardous materials and OSHA regulations

Additional Information

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more. In addition, commencing no later than January 1, 2027, benefits package will include participation in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement. Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.