CDL-A Tanker / Hazmat Driver (Regional & Local)
Alto Ingredients, Inc. · Peoria, IL · 1 mo ago
ManagementInternship
Non-Exempt
Eagle Alcohol Company, LLC, a subsidiary of Alto Ingredients, Inc., is looking for a reliable and experienced truck driver to serve our day-to-day operations in over the road deliveries and occasional local work. Most of the work is Monday – Friday with the occasional evening Sunday start-up. A large majority of routes consist of a single day or single overnight run.
The following is a list of major duties and responsibilities for this position along with certain supportive duties. It is not all-inclusive. Other duties and responsibilities may be added as needed and in addition, management may modify this job description as needed.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Transport finished goods to and from our production plant from manufacturing facilities or customer plants.
- Inspect vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues and perform preventative maintenance.
- Comply with truck driving rules and regulations (size, weight, route designations, parking, and break periods) as well as with company policies and procedures.
- Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions.
- Collect and verify delivery instructions.
- Report defects, accidents, or violations.
Education/Experience
- High school diploma or equivalency, preferred.
- Class A CDL with Hazmat Certification and Tanker endorsement, required.
- Proven work experience as a truck driver.
- Hands on experience with electronic equipment and software (GPS, AVL units, CB etc.).
- Extensive knowledge of applicable truck driving rules and regulations.
- Adaptability and foresight to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions, etc.).
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to work in cold to hot temperatures; work around dust, fumes, and/or moderate to loud noises.
- Able to lift, pull, carry, and pick-up average to heavy objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Essential functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for climbing stairs and ladders, sitting, walking on paved and unpaved surfaces, and standing for prolonged periods of time; operating a computer and keyboard; visual acuity to review written documentation; ability to hear and understand speech at normal room levels and on the telephone; manual dexterity to operate a telephone; lift horizontally and vertically, bending, stooping, and reaching.
- Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
- Must be able to climb to the different heights.
Criminal Background Check And Drug Screen Required.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
- 401k with a company dollar-for-dollar match up to 6%
- A stipend for fitness center expenses
- A generous paid time off (PTO) program
- Service awards for career longevity
- An extra 8 hours of paid leave for employees who volunteer their time and talents in their community