Used Oil Collection Driver

Build a career that keeps the Midwest moving and helps customers manage their used oil responsibly.

At Excel Oil Service, our drivers help automotive shops, fleet maintenance facilities, industrial businesses, and other customers keep their operations running by providing dependable used oil collection service.

This is a hands-on driving role for someone who takes pride in safe work, professional service, and a job done right. You’ll operate collection equipment, service customer locations, and build relationships with the people who count on us.

Bring your skills. Bring your drive. Build your future with Excel Oil Service.

Why Drivers Choose Excel Oil Service

• Home daily
• Local routes
• Steady, year-round work
• Strong safety culture
• Dedicated dispatch support
• Paid training
• Competitive pay and benefits
• Work that combines driving, equipment operation, and customer service

We’re looking for dependable professionals who take ownership of their routes, care for their equipment, and follow through on their commitments.

About the Role

As a Used Oil Collection Driver, you’ll safely collect and transport used oil from customer locations to designated receiving facilities. You’ll handle hoses and pumping equipment, check collection details, maintain accurate records, and leave each service area clean and secure.

You’re doing more than making a pickup. You’re helping customers maintain safe, organized facilities and supporting the responsible recovery of used oil.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate a collection truck on assigned local routes.
• Collect used oil from customer tanks using appropriate hoses and pumping equipment.
• Follow procedures for checking material suitability and identifying potential contamination before collection.
• Monitor tank capacity and equipment throughout each transfer to prevent spills and overfills.
• Secure hoses, fittings, valves, and other equipment after every stop.
• Transport collected material to approved receiving locations.
• Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections and promptly report equipment concerns.
• Maintain accurate collection records, service tickets, and electronic logs.
• Follow applicable transportation, environmental, workplace, and company safety requirements.
• Wear required protective equipment and follow spill prevention and response procedures.
• Communicate professionally with customers and dispatch about access, service needs, and route changes.
• Perform physical work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

What We’re Looking For

Required

• Valid CDL appropriate for the assigned vehicle, with required endorsements
• Safe driving record
• Ability to meet applicable DOT qualification and drug screening requirements
• Ability to safely handle hoses and collection equipment
• Willingness to perform hands-on work at customer locations
• Professional attitude and dependable attendance
• Strong attention to safety, documentation, and customer service

Preferred Experience

• Used oil collection or environmental services
• Tanker or vacuum truck operation
• Liquid waste collection
• Petroleum or lubricant transportation
• Pumping and hose handling
• Local route service
• Electronic logging and service documentation

Experience collecting used oil is valuable. Experience working safely, serving customers, and operating equipment responsibly matters, too.

What Makes Our Drivers Successful

Our best drivers:

• Put safety first at every stop.
• Verify what they’re collecting before starting a transfer.
• Keep equipment and customer service areas clean.
• Communicate clearly and respectfully.
• Work independently while staying connected with dispatch.
• Keep accurate records.
• Report problems early and follow established procedures.
• Take pride in dependable service.

Pay and Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Weekly pay
• Home daily
• Quarterly safety bonuses
• 401(k) company match beginning day one
• Blue Cross Blue Shield medical coverage
• Vision and dental coverage
• Health Savings Account contributions
• Paid vacation, holidays, and time off
• Company-paid uniforms
• Personal protective equipment provided
• Boot reimbursement program
• Life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability options
• Paid training

Put Your Experience to Work

If you enjoy local driving, hands-on work, and building strong customer relationships, we want to hear from you.

Apply today to join Excel Oil Service as a Used Oil Collection Driver.