Chemical DOT Driver

Brainerd Chemical Company; Dunn (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous quarterly bonus

Zero Violation Safety Bonus

Paid time off after 60 days

Job summary

Brainerd Chemical Company in Dunn, NC seeks a Chemical DOT Driver to transport chemical products regionally, including overnight trips in sleeper cab or day cab. The role mixes route driving with occasional warehouse work when not on the road. Candidates must have a CDL-A and HazMat/Tanker endorsements, 2+ years of experience, and a strong safety record. We offer comprehensive benefits, training, and opportunities for overtime.

Qualifications

• CDL-A license with clean driving record.
• Minimum 2 years of verifiable commercial driving experience; 3+ preferred.
• Hazmat and Tanker endorsements required.
• Must be safety-conscious with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Drive to destinations and complete local or overnight routes.
• Prepare receipts and collect payment.
• Maintain logbooks and conduct vehicle inspections.
• Load/unload and secure loads safely.
• Communicate with supervisor for delivery instructions.

Skills

Safety minded

Attention to detail

Lift up to 50 pounds

Work outdoors year-round

Education

High school diploma or GED

Chemical industry training preferred

Job description

Description

Chemical DOT Driver

Description

The Chemical DOT Driver’s primary responsibility is to transport chemical products and goods to and from our location to specified locations. This position will be a combination of route driving as well as service our overnight deliveries in this regional area using a sleeper cab, day cab or city box truck. Dry vans and bulk tanker deliveries are used. When there are no overnight trips on the schedule, this position will either perform local deliveries or work in the warehouse. Qualified candidates must be capable and willing to perform an average of one to four overnight routes per week, as dictated by business needs

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 may be asked to perform one to four overnight runs per week as business needs dictate.

Mostly dedicated tractors unless there are unusual circumstances.

Pay and Benefits:

Annual increases based on performance.

Incredible savings on low benefit costs for Medical, Dental and Vision.

Generous Quarterly Bonus Plan

Company Cell Phone Reimbursement or provided cell phone

Fuel Card and/or per diem for overnight trips

We are a safety conscious company and provide extensive training and an impeccable safety record.

Zero Violation Safety Bonus

Generous Paid Time Off available after 60 days.

Requirements

• 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 Drivers 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 / Tanker and Hazmat Endorsement