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How much do environmental driver jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for environmental driver in the United States is $18.75, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $20.19 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Environmental Driver, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Environmental Driver, you need a valid commercial driver’s license (CDL), a clean driving record, and knowledge of safe hazardous material handling. Familiarity with GPS navigation systems, electronic logging devices (ELDs), and regulatory compliance software is typically required. Attention to detail, reliability, and strong communication skills help drivers follow protocols and coordinate with disposal or recycling teams. These skills are crucial to ensure safe transport, regulatory compliance, and environmental protection in waste management operations.

What are Environmental Drivers?

Environmental Drivers are professionals responsible for safely transporting hazardous, non-hazardous, or recyclable materials to and from facilities, such as waste treatment plants, recycling centers, or disposal sites. They follow strict regulations to ensure the safe handling, loading, and unloading of materials, and maintain accurate records of their activities. These drivers play a crucial role in protecting the environment and public health by preventing contamination and ensuring that materials are disposed of or recycled properly.

What is the difference between Environmental Driver vs Environmental Technician?

AspectEnvironmental DriverEnvironmental Technician
Required CredentialsDriver's license, possibly some environmental safety trainingEnvironmental certifications, technical training
Work EnvironmentFieldwork, driving to sites, outdoor settingsLaboratory, field sampling, site assessments
Employer & Industry UsageTransportation companies, environmental service providersEnvironmental consulting firms, government agencies

Environmental Drivers primarily focus on transporting environmental materials or equipment, often requiring a valid driver's license and outdoor work. Environmental Technicians perform sampling, testing, and data collection, needing technical certifications. While both roles support environmental efforts, Drivers are more mobile and field-based, whereas Technicians are more technical and lab-oriented.

What are some common challenges Environmental Drivers face during their daily routes?

Environmental Drivers often encounter challenges such as navigating tight or busy urban areas, adhering to strict schedules, and ensuring compliance with environmental and safety regulations while handling hazardous or recyclable materials. Weather conditions and unexpected road closures can also impact route efficiency. Communication with dispatchers and facility staff is essential for resolving issues promptly and maintaining smooth operations.

What job makes $10,000 a month without a degree?

An environmental driver can potentially earn $10,000 a month through high-volume freight hauling, specialized certifications, and experience. Such roles often require commercial driver's licenses (CDL), a clean driving record, and the ability to work long hours or irregular schedules.
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Infographic showing various Environmental Driver job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 47% Full Time, 48% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,995 per year, or $18.7 per hour.

Environmental Driver Specialist CDLB

Veolia

Lancaster, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago


Job description

Company Description

Veolia has acquired Clean Earth. As Clean Earth completes its integration into Veolia, recruiting and hiring for this role is being managed in partnership with the Clean Earth talent acquisition team.

Veolia in North America is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country’s largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. Veolia helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Veolia has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across North America.

Job Description

We’re looking for experienced, professional drivers who will share our commitment to our people, partners, and planet. This position requires 100% travel, including extensive overnight travel, as you will be on the road full-time serving customer locations across your assigned region. Traveling to locations on your assigned route, you will be responsible for packing, transporting, and properly disposing of waste material in accordance with our environmentally responsible policies and procedures.

This position is physically demanding and requires a driven approach with the ability to perform timely completion of assigned tasks and the willingness to adapt to a high-demand work environment with a customer service mindset.

We at Clean Earth sell compliance, in doing so, we must maintain compliance with all governed regulatory agencies, including DOT, EPA, OSHA and local regulatory entities, this means we are looking for those who can maintain a high level of Training & Awareness related to your job duties and a desire to learn & grow professionally.

Primary Responsibilities (Essential Functions):

Pick up and transport waste safely according to all federal, state, and local rules and regulations. Label containers and complete pre-printed manifests & work orders while adhering to your assigned route.

· Classify, segregate and inventory waste containers in storage for shipment. Conducts lab pack operations. Pack small laboratory containers of chemical waste into larger containers for shipment.

· Performs various regulatory Training, compliance and safety tasks including, but not limited to: Pre-trip inspections of vehicle, report all losses, spills, accidents, Leaking Containers, waste diversion and safety violations to supervisor immediately.

· Professional contact with all levels of Customers daily in delivering, promoting, and collecting waste containers. Regular contact with many different levels of personnel.

· Overnights Required.

· Provide services related to hazardous and non-hazardous waste removal from customer sites.

· Process and prepare Universal Hazardous Waste manifests, bills of lading and Land Disposal Restrictions (LDRs) for hazardous waste shipment according to state, EPA and DOT regulations.

· Performs warehouse work related to receipt, shipment, storage, distribution, or delivery of waste materials. Loads, unloads, moves, or stores items according to delivery or routing documents, or supervisor instructions and performing general housekeeping.

· Adhere to assigned route via electronic routing system with any deviations escalated to Management.

· Operates a Hand Truck, Drum Dolly, Pallet Jack & Forklift.

· Maintain the basic functionality & cleanliness of assigned company vehicle & equipment.

· Perform other reasonably related tasks as assigned by management.

Qualifications

Basic Required Qualifications:

· High school diploma or GED.

· Must be at least 21 years of age.

· CDL Class B.

· Basic Computer Skills.

· Must have the ability to Perform & Maintain all assigned training related to Essential functions.

· Maintains a current Medical Examiner's Certificate (MEC)

Preferred Qualifications:

· Strong working knowledge of Environmental / Regulatory / DOT rules and regulations.

· Knowledge on how to use & troubleshoot computer software applications including Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.

· Ability to read a map.

· DOT HAZMAT Endorsement

· Driver E-Log Experience

· Some College or waste industry experience


Additional Information

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more. In addition, commencing no later than January 1, 2027, benefits package will include participation in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement. Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law