Class A Driver/Equipment Operator-Manual Transmission

Clean Harbors hiring for Class A Driver/Equipment Operator-Manual Transmission jobs in El Cerrito, CA, US

HPC-Industrial powered by Clean Harbors, is looking for a CDL Driver CLASS A (Tanker and Hazmat Endorsement) with vac, guzzler, roll off experience to join their safety conscious team in Benecia, CA (East Bay area). The position is responsible for the safe and proper execution of HPC-Industrial jobs across all service lines. This includes responsibility over proper operation of equipment, driving operational efficiencies at the work site and ensuring accurate documentation related to the job is completed in a timely fashion. Must be able to drive/operate an 8 or 10-speed manual transmission truck. Able to travel for extended periods of time. 

Why work for Clean Harbors? 
•   Health and Safety is our #1priority and we live it 3-6-5!
•   Competitive wages - $35.00 - $38.00 DOE
•   Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment
•   Group 401K with company matching component
•   Generous paid time off, company paid training and tuition reimbursement
•   Positive and safe work environments
•   Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career 

• Inspect loads for safe transportation.
• Maintain valid CDL Class A driver's license, logs of working hours or of vehicle service or repair status, following applicable state and federal regulations.
• Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions, following signals from loading crew and checking that vehicle and loading equipment are properly positioned.
• Report vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damage to the vehicles immediately.
• Obtain receipts or signatures for delivered goods and services when required.
• Driver ensures that brake adjustment inspections are completed prior to use.
• Check all load-related documentation for completeness and accuracy.
• Read bills of lading to determine assignment details.
• Drive trucks to weigh stations before and after loading and along routes in compliance with state regulations.
• Couple or uncouple trailers by changing trailer jack positions, connecting or disconnecting air or electrical lines, or manipulating fifth-wheel locks.
• Check conditions of trailers after contents have been unloaded to ensure that there has been no damage.
• Perform basic vehicle maintenance tasks, such as adding oil, fuel, or radiator fluid or performing minor repairs. Read and interpret maps to determine vehicle routes.
• Load or unload hazardous and non-hardgrounds waste materials from trucks or help others with loading or unloading, using special loading-related equipment or other equipment as necessary.
• Labels, marks and manifests shipments in accordance with applicable regulations and company policies, practices and procedures.
• Driver is properly trained for all use of PPE required to perform work in a safely manner. 

Working Environment:

• Refinery Oilfield setting.

• 3-5 years of experience driving roll offs, guzzlers, vac trucks.
•  Knowledge of principles and methods for moving fluids in the vacuum truck services in the oilfield industry.
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
• Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses and maintenance.
• Strong knowledge in the operation of equipment used in commercial transportation.
• CDL Class A with HazMat and Tanker endorsement and an acceptable driving record.
• Complete understanding of DOT’s safety program & standards.
• Possess excellent communications and human relations skills.
• Mechanical aptitude and experience troubleshooting transportation equipment is preferred.
• TWIC card within 30 days of hire
• Able to travel for extended periods of time. 
• Pay Range: $35 - $38 per hour DOE.