Class A CDL Hazardous Materials Tanker Operator

Job overview

The Class A CDL Hazardous Materials Tanker Operator role is onsite in East Chicago, IN, with drivers averaging $90,000–$120,000 per year and a $7,500 sign-on bonus available. The role is based in East Chicago and serves a regional Midwest territory, with weekly home time. Safety is Clean Harbors’ stated top priority. The operator transports hazardous and non-hazardous waste while following safety and Department of Transportation requirements. Accurate inspections, records, loading, and equipment operation support safe and efficient service across the regional territory.

What you'll do

• Operate tractor-trailer tanker equipment safely
• follow company safety policies and procedures
• verify axle weights and equipment utilization within legal limits
• load and unload hazardous and non-hazardous waste with proper securement
• placard vehicles to company and DOT requirements
• complete daily logs, time sheets, expense reports, dispatch and trip records, and vehicle inspections.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

class a cdl

hazardous materials

tanker operator

east chicago in

clean harbors

regional midwest

weekly home time

hazmat endorsement

tanker endorsement

tractor-trailer

waste transport

$90k–$120k

$7,500 sign-on bonus

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days
• 401(k) company match
• employee stock purchase plan
• paid time off
• company-paid training
• tuition reimbursement.

Why this role

Regional Midwest territory; average 60–65 hours per week and weekly home time; valid Class A CDL, 12+ months of Class A driving experience, and HAZMAT and Tanker endorsements required.

About the employer

Clean Harbors Industrial Services is hiring for this role. Industry: Hazardous Waste Collection. Sector: 56.