Class B CDL Trainee

Clean Harbors
Waukesha, WI
On-site

Who this role is best for

Geared toward entry-level candidates comfortable with hazardous waste handling and customer interaction, with a focus on hands-on fieldwork and compliance in the environmental services industry.

Best fit for

  • Entry-level candidates with a willingness to travel and complete training outside their home state
    — “attend our out-of-state Academy training, which may require being away from home for a period of time”
  • Individuals with a strong ability to manage time and work independently in a field-based role
    — “Ability to work independently while managing time and productivity”
  • Candidates who can adapt to a physically demanding role with a focus on customer service and sales
    — “Perform physical functions per job requirements”

Things to consider

  • The role involves handling hazardous waste, requiring strict adherence to compliance and safety protocols
    — “Follow all local, state (provincial) and federal compliance regulations and rules”

How to stand out

  • Emphasize your ability to adapt to new environments and complete training programs efficiently
    — “Training duration may vary based on scheduling and program requirements”
  • Highlight experience with customer service and sales, particularly in industrial or service-based settings
    — “Generates / collects leads from customers for new products and services”
  • Demonstrate strong communication and documentation skills, as these are critical for daily operations
    — “Completes all required documentation and labeling”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · LowAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Individual

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What success looks like

  • Provided onsite service
  • Collected hazardous waste
  • Sold products/services
Typical background
Driving experienceSales background

Skills & requirements

Required

CDL DrivingHazardous Waste ManagementSalesCustomer ServiceDocumentationCompliance

Preferred

Commercial Route DrivingProblem-solving

Stack & domain

Class B Box TruckOnsite ServiceParts Washer MachinesContainerized Hazardous WasteSalesServiceRoute DrivingCDLHazmatTanker EndorsementComputer SkillsMath SkillsCommunication SkillsProblem Solving SkillsPhysical FunctionsBackground CheckDrug TestPhysicalCustomer ServiceCommercial Route DrivingClass CNon-cdlHealth And SafetyTimely MannerDocumentationLabelingGenerating LeadsSellingComplianceOperating VehiclesDOTCorporate Operating GuidelinesEnvironmental Health And SafetyPerforming DutiesCompany Environmental Health And Safety Operating GuidelinesPerforming Physical FunctionsCompleting Background CheckTransportationHazardous Waste

About the role

Original posting from Clean Harbors

Safety-Kleen in Waukesha, WI is seeking a Sales and Service Route Driver Trainee (Driver Class B Trainee). 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. Safety-Kleen will pay for you to obtain your CDL. Home DailyMonday through Friday scheduleAverage start time between 6-7 am, overtime after 40 hrs. 

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 Pay Range $22–$23 per hour, with an additional pay increase upon successful completion of your Class B CDL certificationComprehensive 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

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

Complete daily scheduled services, deliveries, and pickups in a timely manner

Switch out 15- & 30-gallon drums of solutions at customer locations

Completes all required documentation and labeling

Generates / collects leads from customers for new products and services

Sells additional products and services into existing accounts

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

Obtain a CDL B within 180 days of employment (company paid)Obtain Hazmat and Tanker endorsement within 30 days of CDL BAbility to work independently while managing time and productivityBasic computer and math skillsGood written and verbal communication skillsProblem solving skills Perform physical functions per job requirementsSuccessfully complete a background check, drug test, and physical, by position 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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