Driver Class A

Clean Harbors

Kent, WA

On-site

Who this role is best for

Best suited to candidates with commercial driving experience working in hazardous waste clean-up environments, with a focus on compliance and physical labor.

Best fit for

Candidates with commercial driving experience and adaptability to hazardous waste clean-up tasks
— “Commercial driver experience”
Individuals who can balance driving responsibilities with manual labor and customer service
— “Operate commercial trucks and assist field laborers when needed”
Those comfortable with on-call emergency response and rotating schedules
— “By position, ability to be on call for emergency response on rotating basis every other week”

Things to consider

Must be prepared to obtain Hazmat and Tanker endorsements within 90 days of employment
— “Ability to obtain Hazmat and Tanker endorsement within 90 days of employment”
Must meet specific facial hair standards if respirator use is required
— “employees in positions requiring respirators are required to meet facial hair standards”

How to stand out

Highlight experience with operating diverse commercial vehicles like vacuum trucks and roll-offs
— “operate a variety of Class A trucks”
Showcase compliance with DOT and OSHA standards in prior roles
— “Safely operate vehicles in accordance with U.S. DOT, local, state (provincial) and federal requirements”
Emphasize manual labor skills and ability to work in team-oriented environments
— “Manual labor on site to ensure fulfillment of customer needs”
Demonstrate ability to maintain detailed logs and reports for regulatory compliance
— “Maintain daily logs, time sheets, and various reports”

Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · LowAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Individual

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What success looks like

operate commercial trucks
perform driving and non-driving duties

Typical background

valid Class A CDLability to obtain Hazmat and Tanker endorsement

Skills & requirements

Required

CDL DrivingHazardous Waste Clean-upVehicle OperationLogisticsSafety Compliance

Preferred

Hazmat EndorsementManual Labor ExperienceManual Transmission Operation

Stack & domain

CDLHazardous Waste Clean-upVacuum TrucksSafetyTeamworkAdaptabilityHazmatTankerHazardous WasteEnvironmental Services

About the role

Original posting from Clean Harbors

Clean Harbors in Kent, WA is seeking a Class A CDL Driver to operate a variety of heavy and light duty trucks/work equipment at our customer sites; some of the vehicles operated include vacuum trucks, Cuscos, guzzlers, and roll offs. This role is responsible for performing driving and non-driving duties on and off customer sites associated with hazardous waste clean-up.
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 Competitive PayComprehensive 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
Operate commercial trucks and assist field laborers when needed (team atmosphere where everyone helps)
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
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
Required 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, 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
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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