CDL A Driver w/Hazmat and Tanker Endorsement

About the Company

VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC, is a recognized leader in providing sustainability solutions, with three divisions offering industry-leading services. With a mission to innovate solutions to meet clients' sustainability goals, VLS has over 1,200 employees in 40+ locations across North America.

• Waste Services: Provides customized waste processing solutions for hazardous and non-hazardous industrial and commercial waste, including landfill diversion, sustainability programs, solidification of liquid waste, recycling, wastewater treatment, and waste sequestration.
• Railcar Services: Offers specialty cleaning services for difficult-to-clean products (chemicals, hardened materials, pressurized gases) and comprehensive repair services for certified full-service repairs, tank car qualifications, and maintenance.
• Marine Services: Provides state-of-the-art barge cleaning, repair, and gas-free facilities for various chemical solvents and downstream petroleum products.

About the Role

Drivers are responsible for the safe transportation of hazardous and non-hazardous waste, picking up waste at customer locations and delivering it to recycling or disposal facilities. They ensure accurate completion of required paperwork for each pickup and delivery and maintain company vehicles in accordance with company policy.

Responsibilities

• Drive company vehicles in accordance with DOT regulations and company policies.
• Maintain records of routes and times as required by state, federal law, and company policy.
• Accurately complete all documents required for operation of company vehicles, including Job Orders, manifests, and Bills of Lading.
• Transport waste and supplies safely to destination locations on time, verifying shipping loads against paperwork and obtaining signatures for materials delivered or picked up.
• Speak knowledgeably and courteously to VLS customers and recycling/disposal facility staff.
• Keep company vehicles clean and perform daily inspections and maintenance; submit repair requests as necessary to maintain safe operation.
• Operate warehouse equipment (e.g., pallet jacks, hand trucks, forklifts) safely to facilitate loading and unloading while observing all safety regulations.
• Perform material handling duties as necessary, including loading and unloading materials.
• Relay customer feedback, including concerns, complaints, damaged deliveries, and competitive knowledge.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Ability to drive commercial vehicles, including 53-foot dry vans, vacuum trucks, vacuum trailers, and roll-off trucks and trailers (preferred).
• Ability to load and unload trucks.
• Ability to drive locally and regionally (up to 250 miles a day) with occasional layovers.
• No automatic transmission restrictions.
• Fully endorsed CDL with no restrictions (preferred).
• Open and transparent verbal communication skills; satisfactory written communication skills.
• Ability to work well independently and manage time and routes effectively.
• Familiarity with GPS devices or map apps.
• Ability to operate warehouse equipment, including pallet jacks, hand trucks, and forklifts.
• Valid Commercial Driver License (Class A) with Hazardous Materials and Tanker endorsements.
• Minimum two years of commercial driving experience.

Pay

$29.00–$32.00 per hour.

Benefits

• Physical and Mental Wellbeing:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance with high-quality, low-premium plans, including concierge service (available in Spanish) and 2nd MD offering.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Healthcare Savings Accounts (HSA) with employer contributions to HSA.
  • 11 company-paid holidays, plus paid time off and voluntary time off plans.
  • Employee Assistance Program: 24/7 confidential counseling services for employees and dependents.
  • Telemedicine: Free virtual visits by licensed practitioners for employees and dependents, available anytime.
• Financial and Retirement Planning:
  • 401(k) with generous matching program (up to 5% of pay per pay period, 100% vested immediately).
  • Employer-paid life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability coverage for full-time employees.
  • Voluntary life protection plans, including critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident coverage for employees and dependents.
  • Rewards and recognition programs for birthdays, anniversaries, and milestones.
  • Free one-on-one financial planning with a certified Financial Planner/Coach.
  • Employee discount program for savings on everyday goods and services at various US retailers.