Truck Driver/Technician

FUNCTION:

Non-Exempt. This position is responsible for performing transportation and technician duties for the Perma-Fix Of Florida (PFF) facility.

DUTIES:

• Drive truck to assigned locations. (Locations and the scope of work will vary on a daily basis.)

• Inspect containers/drums for regulatory compliance to identify non-conformances such as: Improper container closure, deformity, signs of leakage and improper DOT labeling before loading onto truck.

• Loading containers (usually 55-gallon drums) of hazardous and non-hazardous waste onto the truck for transportation and delivery to their final destination.

• Conduct daily inspections of the vehicle at the end of the shift and report any problems or damage to management.

• Observe and report equipment or mechanical failures immediately

• Operate all equipment in a safe and effective manner.

• Complete a daily truck log and submit reports of mileage covered at EOD

• Unloading and processing containers upon delivery to the PFF facility

• Ensure that all assigned tasks are performed in compliance with the Department of Transportation, facility permits and licenses, company policies, procedures, and state and federal regulations.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Occasional exposure to vibration and excessive noise. Frequent exposure to the outside elements where subject to seasonal extremes of temperature. Use of a particulate mask, an air-purifying respirator, tyvek, or other protective equipment, as needed

Job Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent (college, vocational or job training in a technical field preferred).

• 40-hour OSHA Hazwoper Certification with current 8-hr refresher.

• Maintain current operator license, w/Class A/B CDL with HAZMAT endorsement.

• No serious tickets or accidents in last 5 years

• No DWI/DUI in last 10 years

• A minimum of 2-5+ years' commercial driving experience required

• Current D.O.T. Haz. Materials Training 49 CFR 172.70.

• Maintain a clean driving record.

• DOT/FMCSA,

• Trained to FMCSA [76 FR 75470] restricted use of hand-held mobile telephones

• Preparation of manifests, labels, daily logs, and trip reports.

• Knowledgeable in proper usage of materials handling equipment (Forklifts, Drum dollies and carts)

• Displays professionalism.

• Licensed operator I/C powered sit-down counterbalanced lift truck

• Attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Personality conducive to teamwork.

Perma-Fix Environmental Services’ most important asset is our people. That’s why we offer you an exceptional benefits program designed to meet your needs and the needs of your family.

Benefits Available include:

• Medical coverage

• Dental coverage

• Vision coverage

• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability benefits

• Basic Life Insurance and Accidental Death benefits

• Voluntary Life Insurance benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• 401k

• HSA (with the High Deductible Health Plan only)

• FSA

The company contributes significantly to the cost of your medical, dental, short-term and long-term disability benefits and pays the full cost of your Basic Life and AD&D benefit.