Job Description
Specialized Waste Solutions, Inc. is an environmental services company.
We are looking for a Class A OTR Tanker Driver specific with Hazardous Waste experience.
Our areas of expertise is in chemical transportation of various liquid chemical and environmental waste products.
Drivers maybe over the road for up to 5 or more days at a time.
We will be extremely selective in choosing the right candidate for this role. If you feel that you are best in class with a clean driver record, efficient work ethic, and have the experience of working with dangerous waste chemicals we would like to talk to you.
CDL Class A Driver, Hazardous Materials & Tanker Endorsed – Full Time
Specialized Waste Solutions, Inc is an environmental services company specializing in Hazardous Waste Disposal and Bulk Chemical Transportation Company Headquartered in San Diego County. We are seeking dependable and organized Class A truck drivers who possesses a great deal of physical and mental stamina who thrives working long hours on the road and can consistently ensure safe and accurate deliveries. Must be detail-oriented, efficient, and have a clean driving record.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
· Fully Understand how to operate and safely drive your assigned vehicle
· Drive trucks with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) over 26,000 lbs.
· Pull a towed weight exceeding 10,000 lbs. (Dry Van & Tankers)
· Ensure trailer hitch is properly and securely attached to the tractor unit.
· Transport goods, hazardous waste, chemicals, etc. From the place of origin to assigned destination
· Pick-up loads and organizes goods in an ordered, logical manner
· Ensure contents are properly secured inside of the truck to prevent breakage or damage
· Safely and efficiently handle and unload cargo at selected destinations
· Obtain signatures to confirm and complete pickup and deliveries with clients
· Assist in mapping transportation routes
· Stay on a predetermined route and ensure timely deliveries
· Communicate with Operations as needed
· Confirm contents of each shipment load matches the manifest document
· Perform inspections of your vehicle prior to and following each trip
· Always ensure your vehicle is kept clean
· Maintain and service vehicle as needed (refueling, tire pressure, minor repairs, etc.)
· Notify managers of any major maintenance or delivery issues encountered
· Follow delivery schedule and rest at appropriate times
· Maintain detailed driving and delivery logs
· Track and report working hours
· Adhere to company rules and regulations
· Obey all applicable traffic laws and drive according to the weather/ road conditions
· Comply with DOT regulations
· Make safety a priority at all times
Requirements & Qualifications
· High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred
· Valid Class A driver’s license required
· Hazardous Materials Endorsement
· Tanker Endorsement
· Clean driving record with no moving violations
· Must pass background check and drug test
· Skilled at driving large vehicles
· Comfortable maneuvering and parking a tractor-trailer
· Alert, focused and detail-oriented
· Physically and mentally fit
· Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. at a time
· Experience operating a wet-kit and high pressure pumps
· Ability to operate and electric lift, hand trucks, pallet jacks, drum dollies, etc.
· Proficient using GPS and other routing systems
· An innate sense of direction
· Disciplined, dependable and resourceful
· High level of composure and good stress management
Benefits
SWS offers its employees a competitive benefits package including:
· Paid time off (PTO)
Pay Rate, D.O.E.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
• Paid time off
Supplemental Pay:
• Bonus opportunities
Trucking Driver Type:
• Company driver
Trucking Route:
• OTR
• Regional
Experience:
• Driving: 3 years (Preferred)
• Hazmat: 3 years (Preferred)
• pulling 53' dry van load: 3 years (Preferred)
• pulling tanker load: 3 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
• CDL A Hazmat, Tanker Endorsement? (Required)
• CDL A (Required)
Work Location: On the road