CDL A Hazmat Driver

Job Summary

Cowlitz Clean Sweep (CCS) a Pacific Northern Environmental LLC division, is seeking a CDL A/B Hazmat Driver who thrives in a fast‑paced, team environment and has the ability to provide exceptional service and skills to our company, clients, and employees.

Pacific Northern Environmental, LLC consists of five divisions including Advanced Electrical Technologies (AET), Taurus Power and Controls (Taurus), Cowlitz Clean Sweep (CCS), Pacific Northern Environmental Construction (PNEC), and Waste Xpress Environmental (WXE). Together, we specialize in commercial and petroleum construction, industrial and commercial electrical, industrial cleaning, and hazardous waste disposal. PNE LLC is a multi‑state organization with operating offices in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Hawaii.

In addition, we carry out projects across the United States.

CCS provides industrial cleaning and spill response to almost every pulp and paper mill in the Pacific Northwest. We also service major oil companies and a wide range of manufacturing and industrial clients. CCS has demonstrated its ability to complete large and complex industrial cleaning challenges on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with the most stringent industrial health & safety programs.

No industrial cleaning job is too large or too small for CCS. CCS offers call‑in pay and premium for after‑hours work.

The CDL A/B Hazmat Driver is responsible for safely transporting hazmat or other materials from the job sites to safe disposal locations. Hands‑on work with the field team is required for this position.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 18 years of age or older.
• Valid Driver’s License required.
• Must possess a valid Class A, Tanker endorsement, and Hazmat endorsement.
• 2–3 years’ experience driving DOT regulated vehicles is required.
• Experience driving Hazmat materials strongly preferred.
• Experience working in a safety‑sensitive field.

The CDL Hazmat Driver/Cleaning Technician possessing the education and experience listed above performs the following:

• Safely operate and maintain company vehicles as required for job duties, ensuring compliance with all traffic laws and company policies.
• Operate truck controls to engage, move, and reposition vacuum hoses as necessary when operating a vacuum truck.
• Drive in accordance with all company safety policies and within all laws, rules, and regulations.
• Complete DOT required pre‑ and post‑trip inspections, completing any required paperwork as needed.
• Operate a box van carrying drums with a lift gate in order to pick up and/or deliver drums at a specific destination.
• Operate truck in accordance with instructions received from dispatch or the supervisor each day.
• Load, unload, and set up vacuum hoses at job site when operating the vacuum truck.
• Report all accidents and injuries and complete an accident report form when necessary.
• Ensure all loads are properly secured prior to driving and maintain safety while driving.
• Operation of different work‑related equipment, including but not limited to high‑pressure pumps, vacuum trucks, and various industrial cleaning agents.
• Remain up to date on all safety trainings and mill trainings, mostly completed on an annual basis.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Move about the jobsite as needed.
• Move work‑related equipment up to 50 lbs.
• Remain in a stationary position for long periods of time.
• Operate various technological devices, including but not limited to a computer.
• Operate machinery in compliance with all safety procedures.
• Occasionally ascend/descend ladders and/or stairs.

Pacific Northern Environmental, LLC presently provides coverage for:

• Medical, Dental & Vision options with low premiums for employees and eligible dependents.
• Life AD&D – Voluntary and Company paid.
• Specialty RX programs.
• Group AFLAC options – Hospital, Critical, Accident and short‑term Disability Plans.
• Telehealth by Teladoc.
• 401(k) with discretionary annual company matching contributions.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Paid Trainings and Certifications.
• Paid Time Off.
• Paid Holiday for qualifying…