Job Type
Full-time
Description
The Chemical DOT Driver's primary responsibility is to transport chemical products and goods to and from our location to specified locations. This is mostly a local/regional position with the possibility of overnight trips occasionally. Overnight trips could be required more often in the future as business needs dictate and will be required if we have regional orders to deliver.
Loads will be primarily bulk tanker hazmat transport with most days home nightly at this time. Dry Vans are used also. You must have a valid CDL with Hazmat and Tanker Endorsements, Tanker experience, and no automatic restriction.
Hourly Position paid for hours recorded in logs driving or not driving.
Cell phone reimbursement available or company cell phone provided.
Regularly scheduled meals while on overnights are covered with your company credit card.
Responsibilities:
- Drives truck to destination.
- Prepares receipts for load picked up.
- Collects payment for goods delivered and for delivery charges.
- Maintains truck log and vehicle inspection report, according to state and federal regulations.
- Maintains telephone or radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
- Loads and unloads truck.
- Inspects truck equipment and supplies such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil, and water.
- Responsible for load and unload securement
- Driver will do local route driving as well as possibly operate in 4-5 states regionally overnight occassionally, but could be more in the future.
Must be at least 18 years of age; Must possess HS Diploma or GED; Chemical industry training highly preferred.
- Must have at least 2 years of verifiable experience operating a commercial vehicle; prefer 3 or more years experience.
- Experience transporting hazardous materials highly preferred;
- Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and good driving record required;
- Previous experience in a chemical manufacturing plant, refinery or an industrial environment is highly preferred.
- Must be highly safety conscientious, awareness, strong attention to detail, including the ability to react quickly.
- Must be willing and able to work outside, year-round under various weather conditions.
- Must be capable of climbing, lifting up to 50 pounds, working in a confined space and from elevated platforms, and able to wear appropriate protective equipment.
- Must have NC "X" Endorsement or be willing to obtain asap and no automatic restriction.
Salary Description
$25-$28 Per Hour DOE