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Class A CDL Equipment Operator / HAZMAT Truck Driver

Clean Harbors
Cary, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/22/2026
Hepaco, a Clean Harbors Company in Cary, NC is seeking a Class A CDL Driver to operate a variety of heavy and light duty trucks/work equipment at our customer sites; some of the vehicles operated include vacuum trucks, Cuscos, guzzlers, and roll offs. This role is responsible for performing driving and non-driving duties on and off customer sites associated with hazardous waste clean-up.

Travel / On Call / Emergency Response

Hourly Range - $27.00 - $28.00

Please note: All new hires must attend a two-week training academy; travel expenses are paid by the company

Hepaco, a Clean Harbors Companyis the leading provider of environmental, energy and industrial services throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico. Everywhere industry meets environment, Clean Harbors is on-site, providing premier environmental, energy and industrial services. We are solving tough problems through innovation and proven methodology – come be part of the solution with us.

Why work for Hepaco, a Clean Harbors Company?

  • Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
  • Focus on maintaining sustainability and cleaning the Earth
  • Recruiting Pay range
  • Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment including 401K with Company match
  • Own part of the company with our Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career
  • Company paid training and tuition reimbursement

Responsibilities

  • Ensure Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and processes and always acting in a safe manner
  • Operate commercial trucks and assist field laborers when needed (team atmosphere where everyone helps)
  • Operate a variety of Class A trucks
  • Loading and unloading of trucks
  • Manual labor on site to ensure fulfillment of customer needs
  • Proper placarding of vehicles to meet Company and DOT requirements/regulations
  • Maintain daily logs, time sheets, and various reports
  • Follow all local, state (provincial) and federal compliance regulations and rules
  • Safely operate vehicles in accordance with U.S. DOT, local, state (provincial) and federal requirements
  • Safely observe all corporate operating guidelines and procedures
  • Observe all company environmental health and safety operating guidelines
  • Performs other duties as assigned
  • By position, ability to be on call for emergency response on rotating basis every other week
  • By position, site-remediation, equipment decontamination, and the handling of hazardous materials

Qualifications

  • Valid Class A CDL
  • Ability to operate a manual transmission
  • Hazmat and Tanker endorsement
  • Ability to use various mobile devices
  • Perform physical functions per job requirements
  • Successfully complete a background check, drug test, and physical, by position
  • Per OSHA's Respiratory Protection Standard, 29 CFR 1910.34, employees in positions requiring respirators are required to meet facial hair standards.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Commercial driver experience
  • Ability to operate a manual transmission
  • Hazmat and Tanker endorsement
  • Previous Hazmat experience
  • Previous manual labor experience

Hepaco, a Clean Harbors Company is an equal opportunity employer.

Hepaco, a Clean Harbors Company is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact ect@cleanharbors.com or 1-844-922-5547.

Hepaco, a Clean Harbors Company is a Military & Veteran friendly company.

Hepaco, a Clean Harbors Company is committed to complying with applicable pay transparency laws and ensuring fair and equitable compensation. The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this role. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as location, experience, skills, and business needs. In addition to the base salary, some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

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Salary : $18 - $49

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