Hazmat Field Driver/Technician

Republic Services; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Retirement plan with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Republic Services is seeking a HazMat Field Driver/Technician in Greensboro, NC. This role involves transporting hazardous and non-hazardous waste using class A trucks, including roll-offs, tankers, and vans.

A typical schedule runs Monday through Friday with possible overnight shifts based on customer routes and requirements. Responsibilities include safe operation, DOT compliance, and maintenance of logs and manifests.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A commercial driver's license with hazardous materials and tanker endorsements or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
• Ability to pass 40-hour HAZWOPER training on hire.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate trucks including roll-offs, tankers, and tractor-trailers.
• Performs LTL pickups and waste transports.
• Maintain driver documents such as logs, manifests, and trip reports.
• Comply with DOT hazmat regulations including placarding, loading, labeling.
• Interact with customers to ensure satisfaction.
• Participate in Site Safety program and trainings.

Skills

Hazmat CDL driving

Safety compliance

Detail orientation

Education

Class A CDL with Hazmat/Tanker endorsements

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The HazMat Field Driver/Technician will be responsible for transporting various waste streams to designated generator sites safely and adequately while driving class A trucks. Operate a tractor trailer pulling a variety of trailer types including but not limited to roll offs, tanker and van trailers to perform pickups of bulk and containerized hazardous and non-hazardous waste. Driver may also be required to drive a straight truck on a periodic basis. This role operates Monday through Friday with variable scheduling that may include 3-4 overnight shifts per week based on customer locations, routes, and delivery requirements. Drivers can expect most weekends and holidays off, with only occasional exceptions for critical business needs.

Principal Responsibilities

• Safely operate trucks which may include roll-offs, tankers, gravel trains, tractor-trailers, box trucks, etc.
• Performs LTL (less than load) pickups.
• Maintains driver documents, such as logbook, quarterly permit book, trip reports, waste manifests, etc.
• Understands DOT regulations as they pertain to hazardous waste collection, packaging and transportation including but not limited to accurate placarding, loading securement, HAZMAT load segregation, and labeling
• Clear understanding of state weight limit laws.
• Operates vehicle in a safe manner abiding by laws and regulations
• Understands and utilizes company technology, such as mobile applications and software maintenance, as assigned by leaders.
• Performs DOT / MOT pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Effectively interacts and communicates with customers to ensure satisfaction.
• Assists in maintaining good housekeeping at the facility and on the grounds.
• May function as a technician on lab pack and field service projects.
• Participates in the Site Safety program and required training.
• Performs other, related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift heavy objects and perform physical tasks associated with loading and unloading materials.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately.
• Must be able to prioritize, stay focused, and handle multiple, diverse responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• A valid class A commercial driver's license is required with hazardous material and tanker endorsements or ability to get endorsement(s) within 90 days from hire date, and an MVR that meets Company policy standards.
• Ability to pass 40-hour HAZWOPER Training upon hire.

Rewarding Compensation And Benefits

• Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee discount programs.
• Retirement plan with a generous company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

EEO STATEMENT: Republic Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. For any concerns relating to Republic Services’ commitment to equal opportunity employment, you may contact the AWARE Line at 1-866-3-AWARE-4.