Driver

Prestwick Aerosystems; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plan options

401(k)

Paid parental leave

Education assistance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Brenntag is seeking a CDL Driver to support daily chemical distribution operations. You will operate Class 8 tractors, perform bulk and packaged deliveries, load/unload products, and ensure compliance with DOT/OSHA rules and Brenntag safety standards.

Home time, reliable schedules, and modern safety-equipped trucks are highlighted in the role. Preferred candidates have CDL endorsements, recent bulk haul experience, and comfort with warehouse duties and technology.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or military equivalent.
• Class A CDL with Tanker, Bulk, and/or Hazmat endorsements (as required).
• Current DOT medical card; ability to drive a manual transmission.
• TWIC card (or proof of application), if required.
• Ability to meet all Driver Qualification (DQ) standards.
• 1+ year liquid bulk hauling or 3+ years commercial driving experience; accredited driving school certification.
• Comfortable with warehouse duties and using technology (smartphones, tablets, Samsara).
• Strong customer service and organizational skills.
• Willing to work overtime/weekends as needed.
• Must live within 60 miles; must pass drug screen, background check, and E‑Verify.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate Class 8 tractors, trailers, and related equipment in compliance with DOT, OSHA, and site‑specific regulations.
• Handle packaged deliveries including drums, IBCs, pallets, and supersacks; manage the full delivery process including loading/unloading, securement, and paperwork.
• Follow all Brenntag operating, safety, and customer‑site procedures.
• Operate material‑handling equipment (pallet jacks; forklift where required) and dock equipment.
• Maintain assigned equipment, ELDs, cameras, and safety systems, ensuring cleanliness and proper function.
• Communicate with supervisor/dispatcher regarding route and delivery instructions.

Skills

Safety-focused

DOT compliance

Communication

Education

High school diploma / GED

Tools

Samsara

Job description

Your Role and Responsibilities

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.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate Class 8 tractors, trailers, and related equipment in compliance with DOT, OSHA, and site‑specific regulations.
• Handle packaged deliveries including drums, IBCs, pallets, and supersacks; manage the full delivery process including loading/unloading, securement, and paperwork.
• Follow all Brenntag operating, safety, and customer‑site procedures.
• Operate material‑handling equipment (pallet jacks; forklift where required) and dock equipment.
• Maintain assigned equipment, ELDs, cameras, and safety systems, ensuring cleanliness and proper function.
• Communicate with supervisor/dispatcher regarding route and delivery instructions.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or military equivalent.
• Class A CDL with Tanker, Bulk, and/or Hazmat endorsements (as required).
• Current DOT medical card; ability to drive a manual transmission.
• TWIC card (or proof of application), if required.
• Ability to meet all Driver Qualification (DQ) standards.

Preferred

• 1+ year liquid bulk hauling or 3+ years commercial driving experience; accredited driving school certification.
• Comfortable with warehouse duties and using technology (smartphones, tablets, Samsara).
• Strong customer service and organizational skills.
• Willing to work overtime/weekends as needed.
• Must live within 60 miles; must pass drug screen, background check, and E‑Verify.
• No supervisory responsibilities.

Physical Requirements

• Pass pre‑employment DOT fit‑for‑duty exam.
• Ability to sit for long periods and safely enter/exit equipment.
• Lift up to 75 lbs.; load/unload hazardous materials.
• Wear required PPE, including respirators if applicable.

OUR OFFER

We aim to 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 Various healthcare plan options as well as 401(k)

Equal Employment Opportunity

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. When completing this application, you may exclude information that would disclose or otherwise reference your race, religion, age, sex, genetic, veteran status, disability or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. This application is considered current for sixty (60) days only. At the end of this period, if you are still interested in employment, it will be necessary for you to reapply by completing a new application. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting Human Resources at [e-mail] (phone, tty, fax, email, etc.). Brenntag North America, Inc. and its subsidiaries use E‑Verify, a government-run, web-based system that allows employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. For more information, please go to https://www.e-verify.gov/employee or view the poster at https://e-verify.uscis.gov/web/media/resourcesContents/E-Verify_Participation_Poster.pdf.

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