Republic Services

Republic Services

Provider of non‑hazardous solid waste collection, recycling, disposal and energy services.

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HazMat Field Technician/Driver (B)

Drive and manage hazardous waste transport, ensuring compliance and safety.

Detroit, Michigan, United States
Full Time
Junior (1-3 years)

Job Highlights

Environment
Field

About the Role

The HazMat Field Driver/Technician is responsible for safely transporting hazardous and non‑hazardous waste streams from multiple generator sites, operating straight trucks, box trucks and tractor‑trailers to complete bulk and containerized pickups while complying with all government regulations. Key duties include operating various truck types, performing LTL pickups, maintaining driver documentation such as logbooks and manifests, ensuring proper placarding, load securement and HAZMAT segregation, conducting DOT/MOT inspections, using company mobile technology, communicating effectively with customers, processing waste materials, assisting with lab‑pack and field service projects, and supporting site safety programs.

Key Responsibilities

  • hazardous transport
  • truck operation
  • load securement
  • dot inspections
  • mobile technology
  • waste processing

What You Bring

Preferred qualifications include knowledge of electrical, plumbing, hydraulic, pump and motor systems, as well as proficiency with hand and shop tools and a strong attention to detail. Minimum requirements are a Class B CDL with hazardous‑material and tanker endorsements (or the ability to obtain them within 90 days) and the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities.

Requirements

  • electrical
  • plumbing
  • hydraulic
  • class b
  • hazmat
  • detail

Benefits

Republic Services offers rewarding compensation and a comprehensive benefits suite that eligible employees can elect, covering health, retirement, stock purchase, paid time off and other programs. • 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).

Work Environment

Field

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