CDL Equipment Operator/Truck Driver - HAZMAT Emergency Response
Clean Harbors, Inc., Cloquet, MN, United States
Clean Harbors in Cloquet, MN is seeking a CDL Equipment Operator / Truck Driver to operate light and heavy‑duty trucks/work equipment at our customer sites; some of the vehicles operated include vacuum trailer, roll‑off trailers, van trailers, box trucks and high‑powered vacuum loaders. This role is responsible for performing driving and non‑driving duties on and off customer sites associated with hazardous waste clean‑up.
This is our newest Field Service location in the region! Please note this will be a traveling position in the beginning as we build up our book of business in the area. All Field Service positions require new hires to attend our two week Academy training out of state. Expenses are covered by the company and it is paid training.
Benefits
Health and safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3‑6‑5!
Focus on maintaining sustainability and cleaning the earth
Starting pay $24‑28/hr
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 B trucks
Loading and unloading of trucks
Ensure customer satisfaction at time of service.
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
Required Qualifications
Valid CDL with no restrictions
Hazmat and tanker endorsement
Ability to operate a manual transmission
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
Previous Hazmat experience
Previous manual labor experience
Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.
Clean Harbors 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.
Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company.
Clean Harbors 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.
Job Identification: 159844
Category: Drivers
Posting Date: 2026-04-22
Job Schedule: Full time
Regular or Temporary: Regular
Job Function: Driver - Route Sales
Locations: 1302 18th Street
Pay Range: $15.65 - $36.35 Hourly
Is Driver Qualification Required?: Driver Qualification Required
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This is our newest Field Service location in the region! Please note this will be a traveling position in the beginning as we build up our book of business in the area. All Field Service positions require new hires to attend our two week Academy training out of state. Expenses are covered by the company and it is paid training.
Benefits
Health and safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3‑6‑5!
Focus on maintaining sustainability and cleaning the earth
Starting pay $24‑28/hr
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 B trucks
Loading and unloading of trucks
Ensure customer satisfaction at time of service.
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
Required Qualifications
Valid CDL with no restrictions
Hazmat and tanker endorsement
Ability to operate a manual transmission
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
Previous Hazmat experience
Previous manual labor experience
Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.
Clean Harbors 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.
Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company.
Clean Harbors 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.
Job Identification: 159844
Category: Drivers
Posting Date: 2026-04-22
Job Schedule: Full time
Regular or Temporary: Regular
Job Function: Driver - Route Sales
Locations: 1302 18th Street
Pay Range: $15.65 - $36.35 Hourly
Is Driver Qualification Required?: Driver Qualification Required
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