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Aerotek

Class A Cdl Driver

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What they do

A Tractor-Trailer Truck Driver drives large commercial vehicles such as tractor-trailers, semi-trucks, or big rigs. Responsibilities typically include transporting cargo across long distances, sometimes over the course of multiple days. They may work for trucking companies, freight carriers, logistics, or shipping companies.

$41,140 / year median in the U.S.

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Class A CDL Driver Job Description The Class A CDL Driver safely operates tanker trucks, vacuum trucks, roll-off trucks, trailers, and other specialized equipment to support environmental remediation, hazardous waste transportation, industrial cleaning, and emergency spill response projects. In this role, you work closely with environmental field crews to transport liquids, hazardous and non-hazardous waste, contaminated materials, and remediation equipment while strictly adhering to DOT, EPA, OSHA, and company safety requirements. You play a key role in maintaining high standards of safety, environmental compliance, and customer service in industrial and field environments. Responsibilities Safely operate CDL Class A vehicles, including tanker trucks, vacuum trucks, roll-off trucks, and trailers in industrial and field environments. Transport hazardous and non-hazardous waste materials to approved treatment, storage, and disposal facilities in compliance with regulatory requirements. Load, secure, transport, and unload liquid waste, sludge, contaminated water, chemicals, and industrial byproducts using appropriate procedures and equipment. Conduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections in accordance with DOT regulations and company policies. Operate pumps, hoses, valves, and vacuum systems during loading and unloading activities to ensure efficient and safe material handling. Assist with equipment setup, mobilization, and demobilization for environmental remediation and industrial service projects. Support hazardous material spill response and cleanup activities as part of emergency response teams. Assist environmental field technicians with decontamination, waste collection, and site cleanup operations. Perform industrial cleaning tasks, including tank cleaning, pit cleaning, and wastewater removal, following safety and environmental guidelines. Transport remediation equipment, tools, and supplies to and from project sites as scheduled. Participate in emergency response activities that may require rapid deployment, extended hours, and travel. Comply with all DOT, EPA, OSHA, and company safety policies, procedures, and site-specific requirements. Maintain accurate and complete driver logs, inspection reports, manifests, and transportation documentation. Ensure proper labeling, packaging, and transportation of hazardous materials in accordance with applicable regulations. Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow all site safety protocols at all times. Immediately report incidents, spills, vehicle issues, and safety concerns to appropriate personnel. Essential Skills Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL). Tanker endorsement required for operating vehicles designed to haul bulk liquids or gases in tanks with individual or aggregate capacity of 119 gallons or more. Minimum of 3+ years of commercial driving experience. Demonstrated experience operating CDL Class A vehicles such as tanker trucks, vacuum trucks, roll-off trucks, and trailers. Strong knowledge of and adherence to DOT regulations, including pre-trip and post-trip inspection requirements. Ability to safely transport hazardous and non-hazardous waste materials to approved facilities. Ability to operate pumps, hoses, valves, and vacuum systems for loading and unloading bulk liquids and sludge. Clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR). Ability to pass DOT physical, drug screening Ability to travel and work overtime, weekends, and participate in emergency response assignments as required. Commitment to safety, environmental compliance, and high-quality customer service in industrial and field settings. Additional Skills & Qualifications
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40-hour certification preferred. HazMat endorsement preferred for transporting regulated hazardous materials. Experience operating vacuum trucks in industrial or environmental service applications. Industrial cleaning experience, including tank and pit cleaning and wastewater removal. Environmental remediation experience, including spill response and site cleanup. Confined space entry certification preferred. Experience working in environmental, spill response, and over-the-road transportation environments. Familiarity with environmental regulations and safe handling of hazardous and non-hazardous waste. Why Work Here? This is a direct-hire opportunity with a stable organization that values safety, professionalism, and long-term employee growth. You join a team-focused environment where your expertise in commercial driving and environmental services is respected and supported. The role offers consistent work with opportunities for overtime and emergency response assignments, allowing you to build your skills and advance your career in environmental and industrial service operations. Work Environment You work primarily in industrial, environmental, and field settings, operating heavy combination vehicles of 26,001 pounds or more with towed units over 10,000 pounds designed to haul bulk liquids or gases. The role involves driving over the road to treatment, storage, and disposal facilities, as well as working at project sites for environmental remediation, industrial cleaning, and spill response. You regularly use tanker trucks, vacuum trucks, roll-off trucks, trailers, pumps, hoses, valves, and vacuum systems. The position requires wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and following site-specific safety protocols, often in dirty, wet, or confined environments. Work hours may include overtime, weekends, and variable shifts to support emergency response and project schedules, with travel to different job sites as needed. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Moncks Corner, SC. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $62400.00 - $83200.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Full Company Benefits - Additional training Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Moncks Corner,SC. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 15, 2026. About Aerotek Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.