Hazmat-Certified Driver & Heavy Equipment Operator I

Patriot Environmental Services; Richmond (CA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company matching

Job summary

Patriot Environmental Services is seeking a driver to operate heavy equipment and provide hazardous waste management services. You will drive, deliver, and maintain compliance with DOT/FMCSA standards while supporting emergency response operations.

The role requires a Class A CDL preferred and Hazmat/Tanker endorsements, along with 2–5 years of heavy equipment experience. Expect long hours, nights or weekends, and potential 401(k) benefits.

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.
• Pre-employment: physical, drug & alcohol screening; background check.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.
• Answer 24/7 Emergency Response calls when on stand-by.
• Work long hours, including nights or weekends.

Skills

Attention to detail

Logistics understanding

Safety conscious

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CDL Class A preferred

Hazmat and Tanker endorsement

40-hour HAZWOPER

Tools

DOT/FMCSA/ELD compliance

Job description

Patriot Environmental Services is seeking a driver to operate heavy equipment and provide hazardous waste management services. You will drive, deliver, and maintain compliance with DOT/FMCSA standards while supporting emergency response operations.

The role requires a Class A CDL preferred and Hazmat/Tanker endorsements, along with 2–5 years of heavy equipment experience. Expect long hours, nights or weekends, and potential 401(k) benefits.