Driver Operator

Driver Operator

TAS Environmental Services is headquartered in the Dallas, Texas area and serves companies of all sizes and municipalities across the South and into the Midwest. For over 100 years, our industrial economy has been built on Oil & Gas, technology, and infrastructure. Today, it is essential for every business and municipality to have a "go-to" vendor for environmental solutions, from industrial cleaning services to emergency response services, to hazardous waste transportation and box rentals. We are prepared 24/7 and every day of the year.

As a Driver Operator, you'll play a vital part in our daily operations, taking charge of safely operating heavy trucks and specialized equipment. Your responsibilities will include ensuring cargo is loaded and unloaded correctly, managing all necessary paperwork, and performing thorough inspections. Driver Operators are expected to take pride in maintaining their vehicle, stay on schedule, and communicate effectively with both our dispatch team and valued customers. It's important to know that this job can involve working in a dirty and physically demanding environment, so a willingness to handle strenuous physical labor is a must.

Benefits

TAS Environmental Services offers a competitive benefits program, including comprehensive group health and related benefits plan.

The following list of benefits is offered only to employees in regular (full-time) positions:

Health & Wellness:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Mental Health Support Programs
• Supplemental Benefits - Accident, Critical Illness, etc.

Retirement & Financial:

• 401(k) with Company Match
• Life Insurance and Disability Coverage

Work-Life Balance:

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Accrual rates increase based on years of service
• Holidays - seven (7)
• Floating Holidays - two (2)

Professional Development:

• Access to Online Learning Platforms
• Annual Conference and Workshop Allowances

Additional Perks:

• Work Boot Program
• Team Building Events

Responsibilities:

• Operate commercial vehicles safely and efficiently, following traffic laws and regulations, and adhering to hours-of-service requirements
• Load and unload cargo, ensuring it is properly secured, and managing paperwork related to shipments
• Collect delivery instructions from dispatcher, verifying instructions and routes
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections, report maintenance issues, and perform routine maintenance tasks
• Communicate with dispatchers and customers, maintain accurate trip logs, and document deliveries
• Adhere to all applicable laws, regulations, and company policies
• Transport non-hazardous and hazardous materials in accordance with applicable guidelines, DOT, and company safety procedures
• Perform industrial work and biohazard cleanups
• Assist in the removal of soil, debris, and cleanup of spill sites
• Other duties as assigned

Competencies:

• Compliance and Risk Management: Ability to ensure work is done within industry regulations while upholding TAS' safety requirements, ensuring all employees adhere to rules and regulations
• Relationship Management and Communication: Ability to effectively build, maintain, and navigate interactions with others with clear and concise communications
• Customer Focus: Ability to prioritize and meet the needs of customers, both internal and external
• Problem Solving: Ability to identify, analyze, and resolve challenges effectively
• Execution: Ability to translate plans and strategies into tangible results, getting things done effectively and efficiently
• Product Knowledge: Deep understanding of company offerings and products as well as industry regulations

Requirements:

Education and Experience:

• CDL Class A License
• Hazmat Endorsement
• Tanker Endorsement
• Ability to read, write and do mathematics

Physical Requirements:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear
• This position requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling and climbing at times
• The employee must frequently lift or move items up to 60 pounds
• Must be able to frequently climb stairs and ladders
• May occasionally deal with heights
• Ability to wear Personal Equipment, including Respiratory Protection
• Consists of both office setting and physical jobsite
• Able to work in confined spaces when needed

Physical/Mental Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling and climbing at times. The employee must frequently lift or move items up to 60 pounds. Must be able to frequently climb stairs and ladders. May occasionally deal with heights. Excellent interpersonal skills: ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with staff, employees and managers. Effective conflict resolution abilities. Ability to present facts and recommendations effectively in oral and written form. Ability to read, write and do mathematics. Ability to wear Personal Equipment, including Respiratory Protection. Consist of both office setting and physical jobsite. Able to work in confined spaces when needed.

This position requires working around hazardous waste. To ensure a proper respirator seal, employees must be clean-shaven while performing work in these areas.

EEO/AA EMPLOYER/ VET/DISABLED STATEMENT:

TAS Environmental Services, LP provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

TAS Environmental Services, LP is recognized as a leading regional provider of Environmental Services. Our service offer includes Emergency Response, Industrial Cleaning, Waste Management and Midstream Services and Solutions. Our mission is to build unrivaled partnerships by being an invaluable safe resource to our customers through knowledge, collaboration and the dedication of our people. We aim to deliver best-in-class performance across the business system while adhering to our core values and while owning the highest standard of ethical business practices.