HAZMAT FLATBED TRANSPORT DRIVER JOB OPENING

About the role

Humboldt Pacific, LLC is a fuel transport company specializing in the safe and efficient delivery of bulk fuel and other petroleum commodities. We provide comprehensive flatbed transportation solutions for both hazmat and non-hazmat loads throughout California, Nevada, and Oregon.

Responsibilities

• Transports deliveries in a safe, responsible manner and in accordance with company policy and applicable State & Federal regulations.
• Applies knowledge and abilities to safely load and unload deliveries according to the capacity of the load and content description.
• Processes and maintains proper delivery authorization and pickup documentation and submits in a timely manner.
• Maintains communication with dispatch as to any delays or issues during route/shift.
• Provides good customer service and maintains a professional manner and appearance to enhance the company’s image.
• Performs a daily DOT pre-trip and post-trip inspection checklist, informing maintenance personnel of any issues.
• Maintains a daily, legible DOT log book and submits logbooks as required by company policy.
• Maintains vehicle in a neat and tidy manner.
• Reports all accidents/damages/malfunctions immediately to management as per company policy and procedure.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must hold a valid Class A CDL with TWIC, HAZMAT. A Tank Endorsement is also preferred.
• Minimum of 24 months commercial driving experience.
• No more than 2 major moving violations within a 3 year period.
• No more than 2 accidents within a 3 year period.
• DOT Drug Screening required.
• No Felony convictions.
• No DUI's/ DWI's within the last 7 years.
• No positive or refused drug or alcohol tests.
• Current Medical Examiner's Certificate.
• Must be 23 Years of age or older.
• Able to perform repetitive motion activities throughout the day.
• Able to get into and out of the truck frequently.
• Able to lift and/or move 75 lbs. on a regular basis.
• Able to work 10-12 hours per day, 5 days/week.

Qualifications

• Ability to conduct all operations in a safe manner.
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S. on a regular, full-time basis without restrictions.
• Able to speak, read, write, and comprehend the English language.

Skills

• Safe product handling.
• Product quality assurance.
• Safely load and unload deliveries.
• Load planning.
• Securement.
• Route compliance.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation with Attractive Annual Earnings DOE.
• We Pay Our Drivers Overtime!
• Paid Vacation.
• Comprehensive Health Insurance Plan.
• Comprehensive Vision Insurance Plan.
• Comprehensive Dental Insurance Plan.
• Life Insurance Plan.
• 401k Savings Program.
• Employee Recognition Bonus Program.

Pay

$27 (Training, avg. 2 weeks) then $33 Per Hour DOE + Overtime Over 40 Hours/Week + Paid Vacation, Health and 401k Benefits

Schedule

Varies

Location

Bakersfield, CA

Job Type

Full Time

Education

High School Equivalent or Higher

Duration

Full-time Permanent

Travel

Yes

Additional Responsibilities

• Other duties as may be assigned.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to perform repetitive motion activities throughout the day.
• Requires getting into and out of the truck frequently.
• Must be able to lift and/or move 75 lbs. on a regular basis.
• Must be able to work 10-12 hours per day, 5 days/week.

Working Conditions

• Regular exposure to work near moving mechanical parts.
• Able to sit for an average of 65-75% of working hours.
• Regular exposure to very dusty and noisy conditions.
• Exposure to outdoor weather conditions.
• Exposed to chemicals used in the process.
• May be exposed to more than 40 hours of work in a week or shift work.
• Must be physically able to load and unload the tanker.