CDL Operator Class A

CKM INDUSTRIES INC; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

CKM INDUSTRIES INC is seeking experienced truck drivers in Lafayette, LA. Applicants must have a valid Class A CDL and at least one year of CMV driving experience. The role involves driving power equipment, maintaining safety practices, and handling materials up to 150 lbs.

This position requires teamwork and dependable work ethic, along with the ability to work in various weather conditions and confined spaces. A Tanker and Hazmat Endorsement is needed within the first 90 days.

The job will involve 12-hour shifts and possible overtime.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL required.
• Ability to obtain Tanker and Hazmat Endorsement within the first 90 days.
• At least 1 year of experience driving a commercial motor vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate all power equipment and vehicles safely.
• Manually clean, install, and repair various equipment.
• Keep record of transported materials and products.

Skills

Dependability

Ability to work as part of a team

Perform duties in accordance with training

Work safely in hazardous settings

Education

Valid Class A CDL

Tanker and Hazmat Endorsement

1 year of CMV driving experience

Tools

Hydroblasting equipment

Vacuum Truck

Tank cleaning equipment

Job description

Job Details

Level: Experienced

Location: Lafayette, LA 70506

Primary Responsibilities and Key Deliverables

• Drive and operate efficiently and safely all power equipment, and vehicles in accordance with DOT laws and regulations, Company and Customer Polies and Procedures on public highways, company and customer property.
• Operate and set up all necessary equipment in accordance with operation training and guidelines and safety procedures.
• Adhere to all safety policies and practices, including but not limited to personal protective gear.
• Manually clean, install, and fit, repair valves, caps, hoses, pumps, gaskets and all other external and internal equipment.
• Drive truck to destination and operate equipment to load or unload materials.
• Prepare customer delivery ticket for the product delivered and obtain a customer signature.
• Keep record of materials and products transported.
• Maintain records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, and shipping manifests according to the state and federal regulations.
• Complete daily pre‑trip and DVIR.
• Maintain telephone or radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
• Able to read maps and follow written and verbal communication.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Must be dependable, willing to work additional hours as required and be team oriented.
• Ability to perform duties in accordance with training and standard operating procedures.
• Ability to work safely in and around heavy machinery in loud, hazardous and industrial settings.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Valid Class A CDL.
• Tanker and Hazmat Endorsement (or ability to get within the first 90 days).
• 1 year of CMV driving experience.
• Acceptable MVR/Background Check and pass pre‑employment screenings.

Work Environment

Tools, equipment, machinery used: Hydroblasting, Vacuum Truck, and Tank cleaning equipment.

Working conditions: Will be exposed to all weather conditions. Work on various structures and surfaces both at ground and elevated levels up to and possibly exceeding 150 ft. Work in confined spaces. Work a 12‑hour shift with 30‑minute lunch breaks. If requested, work overtime, and respond to emergency callouts whenever they occur. Work days, nights, and weekends. Travel to customers and other Miller sites as needed.

Physical effort required: Handling tools, materials, and equipment weighing up to 150 lbs. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Must be able to sit, stand, walk, crawl, bend, squat, and kneel. Must be capable of climbing towers/vessels/tanks.