Class A​/B CDL Driver​/Equipment Operator Manual Transmission

HPC Industrial, powered by Clean Harbors, located in New Lenox, IL, is looking for a Class A or B CDL Driver / Equipment Operator with manual transmission experience to join our safety‑conscious team.

The CDL Operator is responsible for the safe and proper execution of HPC Industrial jobs across all service lines, supervising and completing single‑task jobs requiring one crew, and completing turnarounds with management oversight at the client’s site in accordance with client and business requirements and company policies, practices, and procedures.

Must be licensed to drive manual transmission trucks. TWIC is required or must be able to obtain. Tanker and Hazmat endorsements are required.

• Health and safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
• Competitive wages $25.00 – $28.00 hourly
• Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full‑time employment
• Group 401K with company matching component
• Own part of Clean Harbors with our Employee Stock Purchase Plan (U.S. Only)
• Generous paid time off, company‑paid training and tuition reimbursement
• Positive and safe work environments
• Opportunities for growth and development for all stages of your career

• Act as safety representative responsible for safety policies and procedures of both the company and the customer, including hands‑on information regarding operations, safety, equipment, emergency response and administrative functions;
• Hands‑on operation of vacuum equipment and hydro‑blasting equipment;
• Operation of special equipment, such as Ultra High‑Pressure pumps;
• Operate equipment by energizing the pumping equipment and/or any specialized hydro‑blasting and/or chemical cleaning equipment, vacuum trucks and cutting equipment being used on the job;
• May be required to examine surface cleaned to ensure conformance to company and customer specifications;
• Perform routine maintenance on company equipment being used on the job;
• Perform any and all duties associated with liquid vacs, air machines and jet rodders;
• May direct a crew of vacuum technicians;
• May transport equipment and personnel to and from customer locations;
• Completes pre and post trip inspections, driver logs and complies with all other vehicle policy and DOT requirements;
• Loading and unloading hoses;
• Unload vacuum truck at the dump site;
• Provide general maintenance in the field;
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Specific vocational preparation including classroom safety training, on‑the‑job training and essential experience gained on other jobs;
• Language proficiency: understand English at a level to comprehend safety training and respond to instructions in emergency situations;
• Valid CDL Class A or B, no manual restrictions and other requirements of company’s driving policy required when driving company vehicle or using personal vehicle on company business;
• Smartphone experience required for using Electronic Logging Device;
• Federal Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC) required or must be able to obtain;
• Must be knowledgeable in the operation of emergency equipment, such as fire extinguishers;
• Experience operating a vacuum truck;
• Working knowledge of operating equipment used in wet and dry vacuums;
• Tanker and Hazmat endorsements required.

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent experience;
• Class A or B CDL License required, no manual restrictions, must have experience driving manual transmission trucks;
• HAZMAT and Tanker endorsements required;
• Must be available to work variable work schedules including nights, weekends and holidays;
• 10 % out of town travel required as needed.

Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.

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Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company.

Please be advised that Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used to support certain stages of the recruitment process but are not used as a replacement for human decision making.

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.