Driver

Airbus; Hobbs (NM); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Education assistance program

Employee assistance program

Healthcare plan options

Job summary

Brenntag is hiring a CDL A driver to support daily chemical distribution in a safety-focused environment. You will operate Class 8 tractors, haul hazmat and non-hazmat materials, and perform loading/unloading with proper documentation while complying with DOT, OSHA, and Brenntag safety standards.

Expect reliable schedules and home time, with late-model trucks and robust safety features. Local candidates within sixty miles are preferred and pre-employment checks apply.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Class A CDL with Tanker/Hazmat Endorsement as required.
• DOT medical card and ability to pass drug screen/background checks.
• Experience transporting hazardous and non-hazardous materials in a chemical distribution setting.

Responsibilities

• Operate a power unit (Class 8 tractor) safely and efficiently.
• Follow DOT/OSHA rules and site-specific procedures; complete paperwork.
• Load/unload, manage transfers, and secure deliveries for liquids and solids.
• Maintain equipment and communicate delivery instructions to dispatch.
• Read, comprehend and follow English instructions; document operations.

Skills

CDL Driver

Hazmat Endorsement

Safety-focused

DOT/OSHA compliance

Education

High School Diploma

GED

US Military Experience

Job description

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. Responsibilities include performing bulk and packaged deliveries, executing proper loading and unloading procedures, completing required documentation, and ensuring compliance with DOT, OSHA, and Brenntag’s safety standards. We are dedicated to a “Zero Accidents, Zero Injuries” culture, actively investing in continuous safety training and leveraging cutting‑edge technology. We offer reliable schedules and regular home time as well as late-model trucks in our fleet, meticulously maintained and equipped with the latest safety features. We are shaping the future, so you can build yours. Embrace. Engage. Empower.

Job Description

General: Daily operation and driving of a power unit (Class 8 tractors and lower) for chemical distribution. Job requirements will include transport of HAZMAT and non‑hazardous materials. This is both liquid and dry material.

Types of Deliveries

• Bulk deliveries of liquids and solid materials that will include loading and offloading of materials from appropriate trailer configurations. Drivers will participate in the loading/unloading process using pumps, air, etc. to move product. Process will include management of entire process including transport, proper transfer and delivery of product, securement after completion, and execution of all applicable paperwork.
• Packaged deliveries of materials in drums, IBCs, or other containers in liquid form. Palletized material (dry or liquid) and supersacks (dry) of product. Process will include management of entire process including transport, proper transfer and delivery of product, securement after completion, and execution of all applicable paperwork.

Candidate Responsibilities

• Candidate must operate a tractor, trailer, or applicable service vehicle in a safe and efficient manner.
• Candidate must comply with all applicable DOT, OSHA, and site‑specific rules and regulations during the performance of job functions. This includes, but not limited to, site and driver safety, packaging, labeling, marking, loading/unloading, placarding, pre‑inspection, daily logs, and reporting repairs.
• Candidate must follow all Brenntag operating procedures and work instructions.
• In addition, the candidate must follow all safety policies and procedures while on a customer/vendor site.
• Certification to operate pallet jacks (electric or manual) is a requirement. If required by the location, be certified to operate a forklift and applicable accessories.
• Must be able to operate dock locks, dock levelers, and additional applicable equipment for delivery/pickup of material.
• Candidate must properly care for all assigned equipment. This includes all ELDs, virtual gateways, camera systems, and tracking units on all tractors and trailers. Must maintain good housekeeping on the equipment and ensure it is in good working order prior to use.
• Candidate must remain in communication 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 a Class “A” CDL with Tanker, Bulk, and/or Hazmat Endorsement (as required for role). A current DOT medical card. If your position has PFT requirements to wear a respirator, cannot have any facial hair that may interfere with a respirator. Current TWIC card or show proof of application in process (if location requires). Ability to drive a manual transmission.

Driving: Preferred if have a 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.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.
• This job has no supervisory responsibility.

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

• Paid parental leave
• Education assistance program
• Employee assistance program
• Various healthcare plan options as well as 401(k)

Brenntag and its subsidiary companies will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to any category protected by federal, state or local law, including as applicable, applicant’s actual or perceived race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical condition), genetic information, military service, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable federal, state or local law, political affiliation, marital status, membership in an employee organization, parental status, expunged juvenile record, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Brenntag will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process (e.g., accommodations for a test or job interview) if so requested.

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Brenntag TA Team Brenntag is the leading global distributor of chemicals and ingredients, committed to connecting customers and suppliers within networks. We add value for our customers and partners every step of the way: through our product knowledge, innovation, and sustainable solutions, combined with our passion for service excellence and commitment to safety. Headquartered in Essen, Germany, and with more than 17,500 experts at about 600 locations in 72 countries, our two global divisions, Brenntag Essentials and Brenntag Specialties, offer a full range of industrial and specialty chemicals and ingredients. Therefore, our clients and partners can count on us for global reach combined with local agility and execution. As an employer, we embrace diversity and foster a sense of community and collaboration in an environment where employees are encouraged to share ideas and work together. We engage our employees in the company’s mission for collective success, by building long-term stability and safety through trust and clarity across the organization. We believe in empowering our employees to reach their full potential and shape the future. For more information, please visit www.brenntag.com