CDL Class A Equipment Operator/Truck Driver - HAZMAT & Emergency Response

HEPACO, a Clean Harbors company, in Ladson, SC is seeking a Class A CDL Driver to operate light and heavy-duty trucks / work equipment at our customer sites;

some of the vehicles operated include Vacuum Trailer, roll-off trailers, van trailers, box trucks and high-powered vacuum loaders.

This role is responsible for performing driving and non-driving duties on and off customer sites associated with hazardous waste clean-up.

HEPACO, a Clean Harbors company, is 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.

This position requires a CDL Class A unrestricted (able to drive manual) with tanker endorsement. Hazmat endorsement preferred but can acquire within 90 days of start date.

Please note : All new hires must attend a two-week training academy; travel expenses are paid by the company and per diem is provided.

Why work for HEPACO, a Clean Harbors company?

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
• Focus on maintaining sustainability and cleaning the Earth
• Starting pay $25-$28 / hr
• 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
• Operate commercial trucks and assist field laborers when needed (team atmosphere where everyone helps)
• Operate a variety of Class B trucks
• Loading and unloading of trucks
• Ensure customer satisfaction at time of service.
• Proper placarding of vehicles to meet Company and DOT requirements / regulations
• Maintain daily logs, time sheets, and various reports
• 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
• Safely observe all corporate operating guidelines and procedures
• Observe all company environmental health and safety operating guidelines
• Performs other duties as assigned
• By position, ability to be on call for emergency response on rotating basis every other week
• By position, site-remediation, equipment decontamination, and the handling of hazardous materials.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL
• Obtain Hazmat and Tanker endorsement within 90 days of employment
• Ability to use various mobile devices
• Ability to operate a manual transmission
• Perform physical functions per job requirements
• Per OSHA's Respiratory Protection Standard, 29 CFR 1910.34, employees in positions requiring respirators are required to meet facial hair standards.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Commercial driver experience
• Hazmat and Tanker endorsement
• Previous Hazmat experience
• Ability to operate a manual transmission
• Previous manual labor experience

HEPACO, a Clean Harbors company, is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ancestry, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or based on any other federal, state / provincial, or local protected class.

HEPACO, a Clean Harbors company, 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 [email protected] or 1-844-922-5547.

HEPACO, a Clean Harbors company, is a Military & Veteran friendly company.