HazMat Driver / Field Technician (CDL B)

About the role

The HazMat Field Driver/Technician will be responsible for transporting various waste streams to designated generator sites safely and adequately while driving class B trucks. Operate a Tractor Trailer pulling a variety of trailer types including but not limited to roll offs, tanker and van trailers to perform pickups of bulk and containerized hazardous and non-hazardous waste. Driver may also be required to drive a straight truck on a periodic basis.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate trucks which may include roll-offs, tankers, gravel trains, tractor-trailers, box trucks, etc.
• Performs LTL (less than load) pickups.
• Maintains driver documents, such as logbook, quarterly permit book, trip reports, waste manifests, etc.
• Understands DOT regulations as they pertain to hazardous waste collection, packaging and transportation including, but not limited to, accurate placarding, loading securement, HAZMAT load segregation, and labeling.
• Clear understanding of state weight limit laws.
• Operates vehicle is a safe manner abiding by laws and regulations.
• Understands and utilizes company technology, such as mobile applications and software maintenance, as assigned by leaders.
• Performs DOT / MOT pre-trip and post trip vehicle inspections.
• Effectively interacts and communicates with customers to ensure satisfaction.
• Assists in maintaining good housekeeping at facility and on the grounds.
• May function as technician on lab pack and field service projects.
• Participates in Site Safety program and required training.
• Performs other, related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• A valid Class B Commercial Driver’s license is required with hazardous material and tanker endorsements or ability to get endorsement(s) within 90 days from hire date, and an MVR that meets Company policy standards.
• Ability to pass 40-hour HAZWOPER Training upon hire.
• Ability to lift heavy objects and perform physical tasks associated with loading and unloading materials.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately.
• Must be able to prioritize, stay focused and handle multiple, diverse responsibilities.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee discount programs.
• Retirement plan with a generous company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Paid Time Off (PTO) Benefits: https://jobs.republicservices.com/us/en/about-us/benefits

Schedule

This role operates Monday through Friday with variable scheduling that may include 3-4 overnight shifts per week based on customer locations, routes, and delivery requirements. Drivers can