Job: Driver - Class A (Alameda)

Job Summary

Location

Alameda, CA 94501

Industries

Waste Management

Job Type

Full Time

Job Reference Code

621

About the Job

NRC is a global leader in the provision of environmental, industrial and emergency solutions with a focus on providing highly responsive local service with the highest safety standards, innovative technology, modern efficient equipment and dedicated professional employees. NRC combines local services and knowledge with the global strengths of a major international company to deliver quality service within the US and worldwide.

Are you looking for a company with continuous training opportunities and room for advancement? NRC is currently seeking environmental emergency response truck drivers to work in our Alameda, California location. We offer a team environment in a growing company that is involved with making a positive impact on the environment. We are willing to train the right person!   

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

 

·         Execution of fieldwork encompassed in marine services, industrial cleaning, UST removal, waste packaging and disposal, site demolition, emergency spill response and site cleanup projects while under no supervision.

·         Execution of advanced skills in work associated with one or more of the skilled trades/crafts.

·         Ability to respond to oil /petroleum spill on shoreline and uneven terrain under varying weather conditions.

·         Ability to load/ unload drums, cylinders, equipment from and into vans, flatbeds, trailers

·         Ability to perform confined space work inside tanks of varying dimensions; involving squatting and crawling for possible extended periods.

·         Ability to assist in retrieval or cleanup of biomedical waste

·         Ability to follow directions; read/write/speak and understand English; read and understand common danger placards / labels and hazardous warning literature including site safety plans.

·         Must be able to understand and comply with company and client safety standards.

·         Ability to perform work under sustained hours, uncomfortable weather conditions and rough terrain.

·         Execution of competent person training which includes field calibration of combustible gas indicators (CGI).

·         Ability to set up a containment reduction zone consistent with OSHA regulations.

·         Ability to calibrate and use air monitoring equipment.

 

Job Requirements:

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

 

Requires High School or GED and 2-5 years of Class A experience. Experience in fire fighting, emergency response, general construction, or industrial cleaning is a plus. Qualified employees must possess or be able to complete the 40-hour HAZWOPER certification. Must have a valid Class “A or B” License with Hazmat and Tanker Endorsements and a clear DMV Record.   Experience with applicable equipment including large centrifugal pumps, pressure washers (all types, including hydroblasters), bobcats (small equipment) backhoes, front end loaders, trackhoes, scissor lifts, man lifts, vacuum trucks and super suckers a plus.

 

Advanced skills in one of the labor trade task abilities; including marine oriented project experience, would greatly enhance job performance as well as the ability to safely operate all NRCES skiffs and larger boats, including a 32’ FRV and Marco Skimmer.

 

Are you interested but do not possess all the qualifications and/or experience? We are willing to train the right person!

 

Successful completion of a pre-employment background and substance screening process including, but not limited to, employment verifications, criminal search and DMV search as well continued verifications throughout employment to ensure that all records meet company policy standards.

 

NRC is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniform service member status, marital status, pregnancy, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, disability or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.

Division/Department : NRC West
Req. Code : 621 

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