Class A Driver
Company Description
About Veolia North America
A subsidiary of Veolia group, Veolia North America (VNA) is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country’s largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. VNA helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education, and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Mass., Veolia North America has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across the continent.
Job Description
Targeted Hourly Pay Range: Minimum of $28 to a maximum of $32
Position Purpose:
Responsible for safely transporting hazardous and non-hazardous materials from the customer site to the appropriate designated sites using van trailers, straight trucks, flatbeds, tankers, roll-off frames, or other waste carrying equipment. Ensures that the condition of the material packaging meets the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) specifications, inspects manifests and shipping paperwork for accuracy, and maintains current transportation permits for all areas traveled. Abides by all regulations set forth by DOT, EPA, state and local governments, and VES-TS policies and procedures.
Primary Duties/responsibilities:
- Perform daily inspections of vehicle and/or trailer prior to driving to ensure the safety and integrity of equipment going to designated sites.
- Prior to transporting materials reviews shipment records, manifests, container labeling, vehicle placards, and integrity of loaded drums, roll-off boxes or bulk tankers.
- Driving within the local market, ensures that DOT requirements such as load weight limits, driver log books, Vehicle Inspection Records, transportation permits, insurance cards, fuel trip reports, IFTA fuel stickers, or other paperwork is up to date and valid.
- Consults with customers pertaining to load conditions, drum counts or paperwork inconsistencies to ensure that materials can be properly transported to designated site(s).
- Notify immediate supervisor of any moving violations and/or accidents in-route to and/or from sites.
- Assist in the loading/unloading of materials at designated sites utilizing appropriate equipment.
- Responsible for assisting with housekeeping as required.
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Education / Experience / Background:
- High School diploma or General Educational Development (GED) required
- Prior commercial driving experience required
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:
- Familiarity with U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations pertaining to the transportation of hazardous and non-hazardous materials
- Strong team player
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Time management: the ability to organize and manage multiple tasks
- Strong customer service orientation
Required Certification / Licenses / Training:
- Valid Class A Commercial Driving License (CDL) as required
- Hazmat (H) endorsement required
- 40-Hour HAZWOPER training preferred
Additional Information
BENEFITS
Veolia's comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental and vision insurance. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement. Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
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Join Veolia North America as a Class A Driver and take a leading role in our mission to provide top-ranking environmental services across the United States! Located at 126 Morris Rd, Schenectady, NY, our dedicated team is pivotal in transporting both hazardous and non-hazardous materials safely and efficiently. With an hourly pay range from $28 to $32, this position offers a fantastic opportunity for individuals who love being on the road and value safety and efficiency. As a Class A Driver, you will ensure that all materials are handled following DOT specifications, conducting daily inspections of your vehicle and verifying shipment records before you hit the road. Your responsibilities will also include communicating with customers regarding load conditions and assisting in loading/unloading materials at designated sites. We're looking for someone who is not only knowledgeable about DOT regulations but also embodies teamwork and has stellar communication skills. If you're ready to contribute to our comprehensive water, waste, and energy management services while growing your career with us, we'd love to hear from you!
Veolia group is the global leader in optimized resource management. With nearly 169,000 employees worldwide, the Group designs and provides water, waste and energy management solutions which contribute to the sustainable development of communities...
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