Driver Apprentice / Laborer

Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures, QC
On-site
Posted Nov 14, 2026
1 position

$25–$27 / hour

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Employment type: Full-time
Posting language: English

Job summary

Learn to transport hazardous waste between customer sites and the warehouse using a vacuum truck or box truck while following DOT and HAZMAT requirements. Learn to load and unload waste, apply vehicle placards, maintain required logs and reports, and inspect equipment.

Job details

Work location: Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures, QC The Safety-Kleen Canada Inc. branch located in Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures, QC, is looking for a Driver Apprentice / Laborer to join its safety-conscious team! The candidate will be trained in the handling and transport of hazardous materials. This training will cover working with a tanker truck to serve our customers, assisting in the warehouse, and operating the vacuum truck. The training is comprehensive, provided, and paid, and includes training to obtain a Class 3 license if you do not already have one. You will also be trained in various other tasks, offering you a great career opportunity in the environmental sector. Why work for Safety-Kleen? Health and safety are our #1 priority, and we live by the 3-6-5 rule! Starting pay of $25.83/hour ($27.47 for Class 3) Schedule: Monday through Friday (day shift) Comprehensive group insurance coverage after 30 days of full-time employment; Group RRSP with employer contribution; Opportunities for advancement and development at every stage of your career; We are committed to providing you with a safe, healthy, and respectful work environment; Class 3 license not required at hire, and the company will cover the cost of obtaining it Responsibilities Responsible for learning how to transport hazardous waste (using a vacuum truck or 26-foot box truck) from the customer’s site to the warehouse in compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and hazardous materials (HAZMAT) regulations Responsible for learning how to properly load and unload hazardous and non-hazardous waste (i.e., ensuring barrels are correctly sorted and loaded, etc.); adhering to weight limits and ensuring the proper use of company equipment. Responsible for learning how to properly affix placards to the vehicle to comply with company and Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements and regulations. Responsible for learning how to maintain daily logs, dispatch and trip reports, as well as vehicle inspection reports. Responsible for learning how to verify the mechanical condition and proper functioning of this equipment. May be assigned additional duties not listed above as needed by the company. Qualifications ttention to detail is essential Be comfortable using a smartphone Be able to work independently once training is complete, while maintaining communication with the supervisor as needed Be able to make real-time decisions in the field Safety-Kleen Canada Inc., a Clean Harbors company, embodies a commitment to excellence deeply rooted in tradition. Our business model is entirely focused on environmentally responsible operations across North America. As a global environmental services organization and a market leader in hazardous industrial waste management, parts cleaning technology, and oil refining, we generate annual revenues of over $6 billion. We collect over 200 million gallons of used motor oil annually and have the largest refining capacity in North America, enabling us to refine over 150 million gallons per year. We thank all those interested in joining the Clean Harbors team; however, only those that complete the online application and meet the minimum job qualifications will be considered for this role. Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact ect@cleanharbors.com or 1-844-922-5547. Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company. Please be advised that Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used to support certain stages of the recruitment process but are not used as a replacement for human decision making. Clean Harbors is committed to complying with applicable pay transparency laws and ensuring fair and equitable compensation. The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this role. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as location, experience, skills, and business needs. In addition to the base salary, some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. #SK *SK

What you’ll do

Requirements

Attention to detail, comfort using a smartphone, and the ability to work independently after training while communicating with a supervisor are required. Candidates must be able to make real-time decisions in the field; a Class 3 license is not required at hire, as paid training to obtain one is provided.