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Leading provider of comprehensive waste management services across North America.
CDL Truck Driver, Hazardous Waste
Transport hazardous waste safely using CDL trucks, ensuring compliance and customer service.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The role involves operating hazardous‑waste transportation vehicles such as flatbeds, van trailers, end‑dump trucks, 10‑wheelers, and roll‑offs, following all DOT hazardous‑material regulations. Drivers must safely navigate heavy traffic, perform pre‑ and post‑trip inspections, and maintain equipment in clean, operational condition. The position is primarily outdoors and involves driving a GPS‑monitored vehicle. Physical demands include lifting, pushing, pulling, bending, and twisting objects up to 50 lb, using hand‑arm‑leg coordination, and working in varying weather, dirt, odors, and noise conditions. • Operate hazardous‑waste trucks (flatbed, van trailer, end dump, 10‑wheeler, roll‑off) safely in compliance with DOT hazardous material regulations. • Perform pre‑trip, post‑trip, and daily safety inspections and routine cleaning of vehicle equipment. • Conduct minor maintenance such as checking/adding fluids, tire inspections, and reporting issues to supervisor. • Report all accidents, injuries, unsafe conditions, traffic violations, and emergencies immediately. • Operate hydraulic loading mechanisms and securely load, unload, and transport hazardous and non‑hazardous materials. • Package, label, and manifest RCRA‑regulated waste where required. • Follow the shortest legal route, avoid unauthorized stops, and adhere to Hours‑of‑Service rules. • Communicate professionally with customers and maintain accurate trip sheets, tickets, and logs. • Respond to emergencies within scope of training and cooperate with supervisors and team members.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸hazardous transport
- ▸dot compliance
- ▸pre‑trip inspection
- ▸hydraulic loading
- ▸rcra packaging
- ▸trip documentation
What You Bring
Applicants must hold a current Class A or B CDL with air‑brake and hazardous‑materials endorsements, possess a 40‑hour HAZWOPER certification, and be at least 21 years old. Three years of recent CDL driving experience (within the past seven years) is required, along with successful completion of DOT drug screening, physical, background checks, and any customer‑specific substance testing. WM is an equal‑opportunity employer in the United States and Canada, providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the selection process. Candidates must have a REAL ID or TSA‑approved alternative for travel to federal property or air travel requirements. • Hold a valid Class A or B CDL with air‑brake and hazardous‑materials endorsements. • Possess a current HAZWOPER 40‑hour certification. • Have at least three years recent CDL driving experience (within past 7 years) and be 21 years or older. • Pass pre‑employment DOT drug screen, physical, background check and any customer‑specific substance testing. • Meet physical requirements: lift/push/pull objects up to 50 lb, use arm/hand/leg dexterity, and work outdoors in varying weather. • Must obtain or already have a REAL ID or TSA‑approved alternative for travel to federal property.
Requirements
- ▸hazmat cdl
- ▸hazwoper
- ▸3‑year cdl
- ▸age 21+
- ▸dot screen
- ▸real id
Benefits
Pay starts at $30 per hour plus overtime, with per‑diem available. The regular shift is Monday‑Friday, beginning at 5 am, and may include up to 1‑2 days of on‑the‑road (OTR) driving. Candidates with at least three years of recent CDL experience, a valid Class A or B license with air‑brake and hazardous‑materials endorsements, and a TWIC card will be given priority. Waste Management (WM) offers more than a paycheck; it provides opportunities for you and your family. The company emphasizes stability, growth through an annual education assistance benefit, and invests in employees with comprehensive medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, discounted stock options, dependent daycare, and other perks. Eligible employees receive a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, a stock purchase plan, 401(k) match, paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Additional benefits include annual education assistance and discounted dependent daycare. • Benefit from medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, paid vacation, holidays and personal days. • Eligible for annual education assistance and discounted dependent daycare.
Work Environment
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