Driver

Your Role And Responsibilities

Job Summary: We are seeking a skilled and safety-focused CDL Driver to support the daily operations of chemical distribution. This role involves the safe and efficient operation of Class 8 tractors and related equipment to transport hazardous and non-hazardous materials, including both liquid and dry products.

• Perform daily operation and driving of a power unit (Class 8 tractors and lower) for chemical distribution.
• Transport of HAZMAT and non-hazardous materials, including both liquid and dry material.
• Movements to satisfy outside delivery (customers/vendors), in plant movements (spotting), and/or inter-company branch transfers.
• Bulk deliveries of liquids and solid materials, including loading and offloading of materials from appropriate trailer configurations.
• Packaged deliveries of materials in drums, IBCs, or other containers in liquid form. Palletized material (dry or liquid) and supersacks (dry) of product.
• Manage entire process including transport, proper transfer and delivery of product, securement after completion, and execution of all applicable paperwork.
• Operate a tractor, trailer, or applicable service vehicle in a safe and efficient manner.
• Comply with all applicable DOT, OSHA, and site-specific rules and regulations during the performance of job functions.
• Follow all Brenntag operating procedures and work instructions.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures while on a customer/vendor site.
• Care for all assigned equipment, including ELDs, virtual gateways, camera systems, and tracking units on all tractors and trailers.
• Communicate with supervisor and/or dispatcher to receive delivery instructions.

Your Profile

• Education and Experience:
  • High school diploma, general education degree (GED), or US military experience.
  • Candidates with prior experience in working with chemical delivery may be considered if education or service requirements are not fully met.
  • Must meet all components of driver qualifications (DQ) for employment.
• Driving:
  • Must Possess: Class "A" CDL with Tanker, Bulk, and/or Hazmat Endorsement (as required for role).
  • Current DOT medical card.
  • If required by the location, current TWIC card or show proof of application in process (if location requires).
  • Able to drive a manual transmission.
• Preferred if have:
  • Minimum of 1 year liquid bulk hauling experience or a minimum of 3 years commercial truck driving experience.
  • Certification from Accredited Commercial Driving Academy.

Other Job Requirements

• Willingness to work overtime or weekends as needed.
• Comfortable with general warehouse duties and the use of applicable equipment.
• Detail and customer oriented with good organizational skills.
• Complete all training as required.
• Observe, follow, and enforce all company policies and procedures.
• Always represent the company in a professional manner.
• Ability to read, comprehend and conduct detailed and simple instructions in English and write simple correspondence.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure.
• Ability to learn and operate technology-based devices such as smart phones, tablets, transportation platforms (e.g., Samsara) to conduct normal safety, compliance, and business operations.
• Must be willing to operate power units that utilize advanced camera and safety systems (i.e., Samsara) for compliance purposes.
• Must reside local to area (within sixty miles). No lodging provided.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Must pass E-verify check.

Physical Requirements

• Must pass a pre-employment DOT fit-for-duty exam.
• Must be able to sit and drive for long hours.
• Must be able to step into and out of equipment safely.
• Must be able to stage, move, set up, operate, and break down equipment while performing loading/delivery tasks.
• Lifting ability up to 75 pounds.
• Frequently pushes, pulls, or moves up to 150 pounds.
• Must be able to wear a respirator (if required for role) and all other personal protective equipment.
• Must be able to load and unload hazardous material.
• Must be able to climb ladder.

Our Offer

• Create an environment where the best people want to work, where they can turn their passion into their job and realize their full potential.
• Individual development, on-the-job training, and development programs designed to help our employees grow in their careers.
• Paid parental leave.
• Education assistance program.
• Employee assistance program.
• Variety of healthcare plan options as well as 401(k).