CDL A Driver with Tanker & Haz Endorsements

VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC, is a recognized leader in providing sustainability solutions, with three divisions providing industry-leading services. With a mission to innovate solutions to meet clients' sustainability goals, VLS has over 1,200 employees in 40+ locations across North America.

Waste Services

VLS Waste Services provides customized waste processing solutions for hazardous and non-hazardous industrial and commercial waste, including landfill diversion and sustainability programs, solidification of liquid waste, recycling, wastewater treatment, and waste sequestration.

Railcar Services

VLS Railcar Cleaning and Repair Services division provides specialty cleaning services for difficult-to-clean products, including chemicals, hardened materials, and pressurized gases, and comprehensive repair services for certified full-service repairs, tank car qualifications, and maintenance.

Marine Services

VLS Marine Services division offers state-of-the-art barge cleaning, repair, and gas-free facilities for various chemical solvents and downstream petroleum products.

The CDL A Driver with Tanker & Hazmat endorsements is responsible for safely operating all types of company owned commercial motor vehicles.  This position adheres to company policies & procedures, governing regulatory requirements, & provides excellent customer service.    

Responsibilities

1. Ensures maximum efficiency in achieving or exceeding established goals
2. Operate various equipment with a GVW >26,001 lbs. (including but not limited to van trailers, tank trailers, & straight trucks)
3. Performs complete pre- and post-trip inspections including, but not limited to checking tire pressure, fluid levels, safety equipment, spill kit, gauges, & controls
4. Maneuvers commercial truck safely in congested city, highway, & client job sites
5. Complies with truck driving rules and regulations (size, weight, route designations, load securement, parking, & break periods) as well as with company policies and procedures
6. Communicates with & receives direction from office personnel dispatching loads
7. Completes all required daily paperwork & vehicle inspection reports while complying with all local, state, & federal regulations 
8. Maintain up to date training & education for licenses, permits & regulatory information specific to job responsibilities
9. Documents & logs work / rest periods and miles spent driving
10. Demonstrates safety conscious behaviors & attends training / safety meetings 
11. Assists with the cleaning of company facilities, equipment, & general housekeeping 
12. After training competency has been verified, assists with training drivers 
13. Reports defects, accidents, or violations & performs other duties as assigned
14. Must be able to complete shipping documents accurately & legibly in accordance with all state / federal regulations
15. This is primarily a long-haul tanker position. Will be performing water transportation 4 days per week; estimate 10-12 hour days.    

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• Must pass pre-employment criteria
• Valid Class A CDL w/ HazMat & Tanker Endorsements
• Minimum 2+ years’ experience  
• Satisfactory driving experience
• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Must be able to obtain TWIC clearance
• Must be able to pass a DOT physical & drug screen
• Must be able to pass a background check for access to Federal Facilities

Physical Demands

• The position is frequently required to…

• Stand, walk, use hand and fingers to handle, feel and reach with hands and arms
• The employee must lift up to 50 pounds

• Vision capabilities include

• Close Vision, Far Vision, peripheral vision, Depth perception and the ability to adjust focus

• This position will require wearing personal protective equipment.
• This position requires sitting for long periods of time with moderate standing, walking, twisting, squatting & kneeling.
• This physically strenuous position involves mounting & dismounting a heavy-duty truck many times each day. This position is physically demanding, requiring heavy containers & hoses to be loaded onto a trailer in different scenarios (i.e., from the ground onto a lift gate).