Roll Off Driver/Plant Operator ( CDL A/B )

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Roll-Off Driver / Plant Technician (CDL-B)

Full-Time | Taunton, MA

Drive With Purpose. Build New Skills.

Wind River Environmental is looking for a dependable, safety-focused Roll-Off Driver / Plant Technician to join our wastewater treatment team in Taunton, MA.

In this role, your primary responsibility is operating a roll-off truck to transport materials between our treatment facility, transfer stations, and disposal sites. When transportation demands are lighter, you'll work alongside our experienced plant team, supporting daily wastewater treatment operations while learning valuable industrial skills.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced CDL driver looking for steady work, local routes, and the chance to expand their skills in an essential industry that protects public health and the environment.

What You'll Do

Roll-Off Truck Operations

Your primary responsibility will be safely transporting materials throughout the day.

• Safely operate a roll-off truck to and from transfer stations, landfills, customer locations, and company facilities.

• Perform backing maneuvers in tight and overhead-constrained areas with confidence and precision.

• Inspect trucks, trailers, and equipment before each trip.

• Communicate with dispatch and supervisors to ensure efficient routing and service.

• Respond to scheduled and emergency transportation requests.

• Follow all DOT, FMCSA, and company safety requirements.

• Maintain equipment in safe operating condition and report maintenance concerns.

• Participate in rotating weekend on-call and overtime schedules.

• Work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Plant Operations Support

When not driving, you'll support our wastewater treatment facility while working alongside experienced plant operators.

• Assist with receiving and processing incoming waste streams.

• Support the operation of pumps, valves, and treatment equipment under established procedures.

• Assist with sludge processing, chemical handling, and general plant operations.

• Perform routine housekeeping and preventative maintenance throughout the facility.

• Monitor equipment and report operational or maintenance concerns.

• Maintain plant logs and operational records.

• Assist with basic sampling and testing as trained.

• Support safe, compliant operation of the facility.

• Cross-train to provide additional operational support as business needs require.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

The base pay range for this role is estimated to be $28.00 - $34.00 hourly at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined by various factors such as work location, education, experience, knowledge, and skills.

Required

• CDL Class B (Class A accepted) with current medical card.

• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.

• Knowledge of DOT and FMCSA regulations.

• Ability to pass a drug screen and physical examination.

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

• Strong commitment to safety, dependability, and quality work.

• Ability to work independently while maintaining communication with supervisors.

• Comfortable using tablets or smartphones for routing and communication.

• Willingness to perform both driving and hands-on plant work.

Preferred

• Experience operating roll-off trucks, vacuum trucks, or similar heavy equipment.

• Mechanical aptitude and experience working with industrial equipment.

• Experience working around wastewater, manufacturing, construction, or industrial facilities.

• Forklift and/or confined space certifications (or willingness to obtain).

• Interest in learning wastewater treatment operations.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently stand, walk, bend, climb, reach, kneel, and lift.

• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly.

• Work both outdoors and inside an industrial wastewater treatment facility.

• Comfortable working around noise, dust, chemicals, mechanical equipment, and varying weather conditions.

• Ability to safely work in confined spaces and at heights after appropriate training.

Why Join Wind River Environmental?

• $28.00–$34.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.

• Overtime and on-call opportunities.

• Local routes — home every night.

• Year-round, stable work in an essential industry.

• Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match.

• Paid time off and paid holidays.

• Company-provided uniforms.

• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.

• Opportunities to expand your skills and grow within our operations team.