CDL A Driver

GrayMar Environmental Services specializes in environmental remediation, health and safety, hazardous materials management, waste disposal, and environmental emergency response. We help clients and communities manage risk, maintain compliance, and protect the environment with comprehensive and sustainable solutions. Safety is our top priority, and we take pride in our highly skilled, dedicated team. Our culture supports continuous learning, professional development, and long-term career growth, fostering an inclusive environment where every voice matters.

About the role

The CDL A Driver reports to the Field Office’s Branch Manager and is responsible for transporting non-hazardous and hazardous waste materials using vehicles such as Roll-Offs, Tankers, Box Vans, and Air Movers. The role includes performing tasks under direct supervision, such as non-emergency and emergency response activities involving confined space entry, tank cleaning, oil spill cleanup, drum handling, decontamination, sweeping, shoveling, high-pressure washing, and other remedial activities.

Responsibilities

• Ensure health and safety is the number one goal by following policies, processes, and acting safely at all times.
• Adhere to and document all transportation compliance requirements, including inspection reports, mileage logs, and trip reports.
• Perform predominantly local work with occasional mandatory out-of-town travel; volunteer for extra OTR routes as opportunities arise.
• Load and unload different types of waste effectively.
• Operate light and heavy equipment, including skid steers, forklifts, pressure washers, aerial lifts, boom lifts, excavators, pumps, and other company vehicles.
• Provide administrative support to the operations team.
• Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) properly and adhere to all safety procedures.
• Perform labor-intensive activities in all weather conditions, including work in low clearances, confined spaces, and at heights.
• Attend mandatory training to earn certifications and obtain role-specific information.
• Ensure all proper paperwork is signed and submitted.
• Work “on-call” based on a rotating schedule for emergency responses, which may require out-of-town travel.
• Comply with ongoing and random drug testing and health physicals as required by the company and clients.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• At least 2 years of Class A driving experience.
• Current CDL A with a clean driving record, Tanker, and Hazmat endorsements; no manual or airbrake restrictions.
• 40-hour HAZWOPER experience/certification preferred.
• Ability to pass pre-employment physical, drug screen, alcohol testing, and background checks.
• Ability to successfully complete OSHA HAZWOPER 40-hour and other mandatory training courses.
• Ability to work a rotating shift, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Willingness to travel for extended periods, overnight, and on an on-call basis.
• Able to read, write, and understand English, and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Must be able to get to the field office within one hour while on-call.
• Ability to withstand exposure to dust (chemical and environmental), fumes (chemical and fluids), exhaust, and highly pressurized fluids.
• Ability to perform physical labor, including lifting, pulling, and pushing heavy objects; must be able to lift up to 50 pounds repetitively.
• Must be able to wear PPE and work under adverse conditions (heat and cold).

Qualifications

• Strong work ethic with a safety-first mindset.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team while managing multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Experience operating multiple vehicle types such as Roll-Offs, Tankers, Box Vans, and Air Movers (preferred).
• Safety-oriented mindset with a commitment to following all procedures and policies.
• Experience with Hazmat transportation, including placarding and manifesting.
• Active listening, coordination, social perceptiveness, and effective operation monitoring skills.
• Demonstrates accountability and punctuality.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 60 days of full-time employment (medical, dental, and vision).
• 401(k) with possible yearly company match.
• Company-paid short-term disability (STD), long-term disability (LTD), and life insurance.
• Company-paid time off and holidays.
• Career path programs and ongoing company-paid training.
• Family culture with positive and safe work environments.
• Wellness programs and spending account options.