Route Driver (CDL Required) (New drivers are OK)

Clean-Harbors; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits after 30 days

401K with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Employee stock purchase plan

Opportunities for growth

Company paid training

Job summary

Clean Harbors in San Jose, CA is hiring a Route Driver (CDL Required) to train new CDL holders and service on-site needs. You will drive a Class B box truck, move drums and work with parts washers while building a base of customers along a defined route.

The position emphasizes safety, compliance, and customer-facing sales with uncapped potential through service and upsell opportunities.

Qualifications

• Valid CDL Class B required.
• Hazmat endorsement within 90 days of hire.
• Basic computer and math skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to perform physical functions per job requirements.
• Must successfully complete a background check, drug test and physical as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Health and safety is the priority and all safety practices must be followed.
• Switch out 15- & 30-gallon drums of solutions.
• Service parts washer machines and clean sediment from sinks.
• Upsell at customer locations and generate new leads in the field.
• Service automotive repair, fleets, and manufacturing businesses.
• Complete daily scheduled services, deliveries, and pickups on time.
• Follow all local, state and federal regulations and comply with DOT rules.
• Operate vehicles safely per DOT and company guidelines.
• Follow environmental and safety operating guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Valid CDL Class B

Hazmat endorsement

Basic computer skills

Written and verbal communication

Physical requirements

Background check & drug test

Job description

Route Driver (CDL Required) (New drivers are OK)

San Jose, CA, United States

Job Description

• New CDL holders accepted - we will train you!
• Automatic restrictions OK
• General Labor is a must- moving various sizes of containers such as 5gal pails to 55gal drums etc., using hand carts, drum dollies, pallet jacks
• Uncapped commission

Safety-KleeninSan Jose, CA is seeking aSales and ServiceRoute Driver. This role will train to drive a Class B box truckto provide onsite service for parts washer machines, pick up containerized hazardous waste, and sell products/services in a defined route.

Safety-Kleen, a subsidiary of Clean Harborsis the leading provider of environmental, energy and industrial services throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico. Everywhere industry meets environment, Clean Harbors is on-site, providing premier environmental, energy and industrial services. We are solving tough problems through innovation and proven methodology – come be part of the solution with us.

Why work for Clean Harbors?

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
• Focus on maintaining sustainability and cleaning the Earth
• Starting Pay: ($31.00 hourly DOE + OT)
• Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment including 401K with Company match
• Own part of the company with our Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career
• Company paid training and tuition reimbursement

Responsibilities

• Ensure Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and processes and always acting in a safe manner
• Switch out 15- & 30-gallon drums of solutions
• Service parts washer machines and clean out sediment from sinks
• Up-sell at customer locations and generate new leads in the field
• Service automotive repair, fleets, and manufacturing type businesses
• Complete daily scheduled services, deliveries, and pick-ups in a timely manner
• Follow all local, state (provincial) and federal compliance regulations and rules
• Safely operate vehicles in accordance with U.S. DOT, local, state (provincial) and federal requirements
• Observe all company environmental health and safety operating guidelines
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Valid CDL Class B
• Obtain Hazmat endorsement within 90 days of hire
• Basic computer and math skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Perform physical functions per job requirements
• Successfully complete a background check, drug test, and physical, by position

Preferred Qualifications

• Commercial route driving experience (Class C or Non-CDL)
  

Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.

Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact [e-mail] or 1-844-922-5547.

Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company.

Clean Harbors is committed to complying with applicable pay transparency laws and ensuring fair and equitable compensation. The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this role. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as location, experience, skills, and business needs. In addition to the base salary, some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

*SK

#LI-BP2

Job Info

• Job Identification 166037
• Job Category Drivers
• Posting Date 09/14/2026, 08:30 PM
• Locations 1147 North 10th Street, San Jose, CA, 95112, US
• Job Schedule Full time
• Pay Range 14.90 - 34.62 Hourly
• Is Driver Qualification Required? Driver Qualification Required