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Driver Class A

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $19.53 - $51.92
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Work Schedule

Rotating Shifts
On-call
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Benefits

Health Insurance
competitive pay
401K with company match
Employee stock purchase plan
Paid Time Off
Company paid training
Tuition Reimbursement

Job Description

Clean Harbors is a leading provider of environmental, energy, and industrial services throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Puerto Rico. Founded with a commitment to address challenging environmental problems, the company operates at the intersection of industry and environment, providing essential services that help maintain sustainability and promote environmental health. Clean Harbors specializes in hazardous waste management, industrial cleaning, emergency spill and response services, and various environmental solutions. The company is renowned for its innovative approaches, adherence to safety standards, and dedication to protecting the planet through responsible environmental stewardship. With a strong focus on safety, compliance, and customer satisfaction, Clean Harbors supports a wide array of industries, including manufacturing, energy, chemical processing, and transportation, by delivering tailored solutions that meet local, state, and federal regulatory requirements. Clean Harbors is also deeply committed to sustainability, emphasizing cleaning the Earth and promoting green practices across all its operations. The company offers competitive pay along with comprehensive benefits, including health coverage, 401K plans with company match, employee stock purchase plans, and extensive training opportunities that foster career growth and development. Health and safety are regarded as the number one priority, embedded within the company's culture every day of the year. Employees are part of a team culture where collaboration and support are paramount, making Clean Harbors not only a leader in environmental services but also a great place to grow a career.

The role of Class A CDL Driver at Clean Harbors in Compton, CA, is integral to the company's operations in hazardous waste cleanup and environmental service delivery. This full-time position involves operating a variety of heavy and light-duty trucks and work equipment at customer sites. Equipment includes vacuum trucks, Cuscos, guzzlers, roll offs, and other commercial vehicles. The primary responsibility of the Class A CDL Driver is to operate these vehicles safely while performing both driving and non-driving duties related to hazardous waste management and site remediation. The role demands a strong commitment to health and safety, as well as compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and company policies. Drivers assist with loading and unloading trucks, perform manual labor at job sites as required, and ensure proper vehicle placarding according to regulatory standards. Accurate record keeping through daily logs, time sheets, and various reports is essential. Additionally, some drivers may participate in emergency response rotations and be involved in equipment decontamination and hazardous material handling as part of site remediation efforts. This position requires competency in handling commercial vehicles, adherence to safety protocols, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. Clean Harbors offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including paid training and tuition reimbursement, emphasizing growth and career development.

Job Requirements

  • Valid Class A CDL
  • Ability to obtain Hazmat and Tanker endorsement within 90 days of employment
  • Ability to use various mobile devices
  • Perform physical functions per job requirements
  • Successfully complete a background check, drug test, and physical, by position
  • Per OSHA's Respiratory Protection Standard, employees in positions requiring respirators are required to meet facial hair standards

Job Qualifications

  • Valid Class A CDL
  • Ability to obtain Hazmat and Tanker endorsement within 90 days of employment
  • Ability to use various mobile devices
  • Perform physical functions per job requirements
  • Successfully complete a background check, drug test, and physical, by position
  • Per OSHA's Respiratory Protection Standard, employees in positions requiring respirators are required to meet facial hair standards
  • Commercial driver experience
  • Hazmat and Tanker endorsement
  • Previous Hazmat experience
  • Ability to operate a manual transmission
  • Previous manual labor experience

Job Duties

  • 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
  • Operate a variety of Class A trucks
  • Loading and unloading of trucks
  • Manual labor on site to ensure fulfillment of customer needs
  • 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
  • Perform 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

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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