Class B CDL Sales Route Driver

Clean Harbors
Davenport, IA
On-site

Who this role is best for

A natural match if you have experience operating Class B trucks and servicing industrial equipment.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with prior experience in commercial route driving and industrial equipment maintenance
    — “Commercial route driving experience (Class C or Non-CDL)”
  • Individuals who can commit to on-site work with a structured, daily schedule
    — “Monday through Friday schedule Average start time between 6-7 am”
  • Those who are comfortable with hands-on service tasks and customer-facing sales activities
    — “Up-sell at customer locations and generate new leads in the field”

Things to consider

  • Training requires temporary relocation and time away from home for a period
    — “attend our out-of-state Academy training, which may require being away from home for a period of time”
  • Must meet specific physical and safety standards, including facial hair restrictions
    — “meet facial hair standards. Per OSHA’s Respiratory Protection standard”

How to stand out

  • Highlight prior experience with hazardous waste handling and customer service in your resume and interview
    — “pick up containerized hazardous waste”
  • Emphasize your ability to manage a demanding, daily service and sales routine
    — “May visit 10-12 customer sites per day”
  • Showcase skills in operating commercial vehicles and compliance with safety regulations
    — “Safely operate vehicles in accordance with U.S. DOT, local, state (provincial) and federal requirements”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · LowAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Individual

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What success looks like

  • timely services
  • compliance with regulations
  • customer satisfaction
Typical background
CDL drivingsales route driving

Skills & requirements

Required

SalesCustomer ServiceParts Washer Machine ServiceHazardous Waste Pickup

Preferred

Commercial Route Driving Experience

Stack & domain

CDLHazardous WasteSalesCustomer ServiceCommunicationProblem-solvingTeamworkAttention To DetailHazmatTankerTransportation

About the role

Original posting from Clean Harbors

Safety-Kleen in LOCATION is seeking a Class B CDL Sales Route Driver (Sales and Service Route Driver). This role will train to drive a Class B box truck to provide onsite service for parts washer machines, pick up containerized hazardous waste, and sell products/services in a defined route.

Home DailyMonday through Friday scheduleAverage start time between 6-7 am, overtime after 40 hrs.Typically, an 8-10 hr. dayWork life balance is a priority 

Note: This position requires new hires to attend our out-of-state Academy training, which may require being away from home for a period of time. Training duration may vary based on scheduling and program requirements. Training is paid, and related expenses are covered by the company.

Safety-Kleen, a subsidiary of Clean Harbors 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.

 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 $26.50 per hour + commissionsComprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment including 401K with Company matchOwn part of the company with our Employee Stock Purchase PlanOpportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your careerCompany paid training and tuition reimbursement

Key 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

May visit 10-12 customer sites per day

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

Required Qualifications:Class B CDLObtain Hazmat and Tanker endorsement within 90 days of employmentBasic computer and math skillsGood written and verbal communication skillsStrong customer service skillsPerform physical functions per job requirements  Successfully complete a background check, drug test, and physical, by positionPer OSHA’s Respiratory Protection standard, 29 CFR 1910.134, employees in positions requiring respirators are required to meet facial hair standards.  Preferred Qualifications:Strong customer service skillsCommercial 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 ect@cleanharbors.com or 1-844-922-5547.

 Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company.

 Please be advised that Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used to support certain stages of the recruitment process but are not used as a replacement for human decision making.

 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.

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Source: Clean Harbors careers

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