Environmental Driver Specialist CDLB

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Veolia in North America is seeking experienced CDL B drivers to pack, transport and properly dispose of hazardous and pharmaceutical wastes. The role requires travel with overnight stays and adherence to federal and state regulations. Valid CDL B and Hazmat endorsement are required.

The position offers an hourly wage with comprehensive benefits, paid time off, and the potential for 401(k) participation. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Hazmat Endorsement required and knowledge of DOT/EPA/DEA regulations.
• High School diploma or GED required; CDL Class B license preferred.
• Ability to read, write and understand English; able to lift up to 75 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Characterize, package and document hazardous and pharmaceutical waste to meet regulations.
• Travel between customer retail facilities within assigned territory.
• Prepare manifests and documentation for hazardous waste shipments.

Skills

Hazmat Endorsement

DOT knowledge

English proficiency

Route planning

Lift 75 lbs

Education

High School/GED

CDL Class B

Tools

Windows-based software (Word, Excel)

Job description

$5,000 Sign On Bonus

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.

Company 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.

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.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• At least 21 years of age
• High School diploma or General Educational Development (GED) required
• Hazmat Endorsement -Hazmat endorsementfor transporting waste is required.
• 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 ClassB 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

Hourly Rate: $26 - $27.50

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