What are the responsibilities and job description for the CLASS A CDL Driver (Manual Transmission, DNR Certification SPONSORED) – Milwaukee, WI position at Liquid Brand?
Liquid Environmental Solutions is hiring a Class A CDL Driver (Manual Transmission) to service the Milwaukee, WI metro and throughout Wisconsin. No DNR certification yet? No problem!
We fully sponsor and cover all costs for you to obtain your Wisconsin DNR Operator Certification after hire—it's legally required for this role, but we'll pay for it and guide you through the process.
This is a hands-on, physically active role driving 10-speed manual vacuum pump trucks, providing essential environmental services, and returning home daily.
Liquid Environmental Solutions is seeking a skilled Class A CDL Driver to service the Milwaukee, WI metro area and throughout Wisconsin. This is not your typical driving job—this is hands-on, dirty work, operating specialized vacuum pump trucks, working directly with customers, and ensuring environmental safety.
Key Requirement:
This position requires you to obtain a Wisconsin DNR Operator Certification to legally operate specific pump trucks in our fleet. LES will fully sponsor the certification fee, but you must be willing and able to study for, take, and pass the required exams within a designated timeframe. Failure to acquire and maintain this certification will result in disqualification from the role.
Location address: 4990 s 2nd st Milwaukee WI 53207
What We Offer:
- Starting Pay: $31/hour Weekly Pay
- LOTS of Overtime Available!
- Shift: Monday – Friday | 1 AM – until Route is complete (60-65 hours/week typical)
- Home Daily: Return to the home terminal every night
- Certification Support: Full sponsorship for DNR Operator Certificate (required for role)
- Consistent, Reliable Work: Local, regional, and metro Milwaukee routes
- Comprehensive Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Plan with company match
- Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Personal Time
- Company-paid Life Insurance
- Employee Referral Bonuses
- Performance and Safety Bonuses
- Paid Orientation & Ongoing Training
- Industry-leading equipment and technology
- Career growth opportunities within LES
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Safely operate 10-speed manual transmission vacuum pump trucks for grease trap pumping, catch basin pumping, and other non-hazardous liquid waste services
- Perform basic on-site troubleshooting and maintenance of equipment as needed
- Ensure compliance with all DOT, company, and environmental safety regulations
- Communicate clearly with dispatch, customers, and team members to meet service expectations
- Accurately complete logs, manifests, and route paperwork
- Follow proper procedures for liquid waste transportation, processing, and disposal
- Successfully obtain and maintain DNR Operator Certification after hire (company-sponsored)
Requirements:
- Valid CDL Class A License (Required)
- Must be able to drive a 10-speed manual transmission (Required)
- Minimum 1 year of commercial or military driving experience (Required)
- Tanker Endorsement (Required before start date)
- DNR Operator Certification (Required post-hire; LES covers cost, candidate must pass exams)
- Vacuum truck experience a plus
- Ability to lift 55 lbs or more, work outdoors in varying conditions
- Must register with the FMCSA Clearinghouse before hire: FMCSA Clearinghouse Registration
- Must be a team player with a strong work ethic and willingness to get your hands dirty
- Authorized to work in the U.S.
Important Note on DNR Certification:
Regardless of any prior DNR certifications held, this certification must be obtained under Liquid Environmental Solutions specifically. Certification from a previous employer will not transfer. LES will cover all certification costs, but you will be required to:
- Register for and attend in-person DNR exam sessions across Wisconsin
- Successfully pass required exams under Wisconsin DNR regulations (Ch. NR 114, 146, 499, 524 Wis. Adm. Code)
- Maintain active certification while employed
Failure to acquire and maintain this certification is grounds for termination, as it is a mandatory legal requirement for this position.
Who We Are:
Liquid Environmental Solutions is the nation’s leading provider of non-hazardous liquid waste solutions. Our Milwaukee-based operations specialize in grease trap pumping, catch basin cleaning, industrial maintenance, and more—servicing local and regional clients while prioritizing environmental safety and compliance.
Join Our Team Today:
If you're a skilled CDL A driver ready to take on a hands-on, mechanically-inclined role with guaranteed certification support, steady hours, overtime, and career advancement—APPLY NOW!
Salary : $31