Driver Local

About the role

Responsible for safely transporting hazardous and non-hazardous materials from the customer site to the appropriate designated sites using various types of waste carrying equipment. Ensures compliance with U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, EPA, state and local government guidelines, and Veolia's policies and procedures.

Primary Duties / Responsibilities

• Perform daily inspections of vehicle and/or trailer before driving to ensure safety and integrity of equipment.
• Review shipment records, manifests, container labeling, vehicle placards, and integrity of loaded drums, roll-off boxes or bulk tankers before transporting materials.
• Drive within the local market, ensuring DOT requirements such as load weight limits, driver log books, Vehicle Inspection Records, transportation permits, insurance cards, fuel trip reports, IFTA fuel stickers, or other paperwork is up-to-date and valid.
• Consult with customers regarding load conditions, drum counts, or paperwork inconsistencies to ensure proper transport to designated sites.
• Notify immediate supervisor of any moving violations and/or accidents in-route to and/or from sites.
• Assist in the loading/unloading of materials at designated sites utilizing appropriate equipment.
• Assist with housekeeping as required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Prior commercial driving experience required.
• Familiarity with U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations pertaining to the transportation of hazardous and non-hazardous materials.
• Strong team player.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong time management: ability to organize and manage multiple tasks.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Valid Class A Commercial Driving License (CDL) as required.
• Hazmat (H) endorsement required.
• 40-Hour HAZWOPER training preferred.

Additional Information

• Hourly Pay Range: Minimum of $33 to a maximum of $35.82.
• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, health, dental, vision, life insurance, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering, and participation in an employer-sponsored 401(k) plan.
• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.