Equipment Operator and CDL Driver

Equipment Operator and CDL Driver

(Overnights required)

Triumvirate Environmental, one of the largest environmental services firms in North America, is seeking an Equipment Operator and CDL Driver for our Bakersfield, CA team.  You will safely transport hazardous and non-hazardous materials to various locations, ensuring compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations. 

This highly motivated & safety-first individual will be responsible for operating Class A commercial vehicles, conducting vehicle inspections, maintaining accurate digital logs, and adhering to safety policies and procedures. 

Work in the Field Services Division performing a combination of heavy equipment operation, CDL driving, physical labor, environmental remediation, hazardous and non-hazardous waste handling, transportation, and construction-related activities. The primary responsibilities include safely and proficiently operating heavy equipment, transporting and handling containerized waste, assisting with environmental cleanup projects, and supporting emergency spill response activities.

Triumvirate Environmental provides leading organizations in the higher education, life sciences, healthcare, and advanced manufacturing sectors with diverse services and expertise to assist them with compliance management. At Triumvirate Environmental, we strive to WOW both our employees and our customers. Our unique culture fosters growth, development, education, and creativity. 

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Responsibilities: 

• Operate all types of heavy equipment and equipment attachments in a skilled, efficient, and safe manner.
• Safely operate and drive commercial vehicles, including but not limited to tankers, roll-offs, and box trucks, in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations.
• Perform excavation, backfill, grading, trenching, site preparation, and other construction-related activities.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of hand tools, power tools, cutting tools, and other equipment used in field operations.
• Read and interpret blueprints, establish elevations, install piping, and set catch basins.
• Perform and assist with environmental remediation, site cleanup, and construction-related projects involving hazardous and non-hazardous materials.
• Perform pickups and deliveries of containerized hazardous and industrial waste, including drums, totes, cylinders, and other containers.
• Load and unload drums and other containers manually and perform various physical labor functions as required.
• Drive locally and regionally while maintaining a clean driving record and meeting all applicable DOT driver qualifications.
• Respond to and assist with emergency spill cleanup activities through Rapid Response, Inc.
• Support all Company divisions and participate in after-hours, weekend, and emergency on-call activities as needed.
• Perform general on-site job-related tasks and other duties necessary for the successful completion of Company projects.
• Communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, clients, and other personnel while professionally representing the Company.
• Provide appropriate follow-up and communicate project-related activities and information to the organization.
• Maintain a working knowledge of, and willingness to learn and comply with, applicable OSHA, DOT, EPA/RCRA, and other environmental, transportation, and safety regulations.
• Follow all Company safety rules, policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Basic Requirements: 

• High school diploma or equivalent.
  
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License.
  
• Strong commitment to safety and environmental compliance.
  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.