Driver - Chester, VA

Univar Solutions; Chester (VA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision coverage

Dental coverage

Retirement plan

Job summary

Univar Solutions, a leading global distributor of chemicals and ingredients, seeks a regional truck driver centered in Chester, VA. You will operate and maintain a tractor-trailer for hazmat pickups and deliveries within a 275-mile radius, with a home daily schedule and a 50–55 hour workweek.

Responsibilities include safety inspections, DOT compliance, and use of Samsara and ePOD systems. Requires CDL-A with HazMat/Tanker endorsements, 2+ years of experience, and ability to meet physical

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, count, understand and speak English.
• Valid Class A CDL with HazMat and Tanker endorsements.
• Must be 22 years old or older.
• 2+ years of CDL-A driving experience.
• 12 months OTR tractor trailer experience in the last 3 years.
• No more than 3 minor accidents in the past 3 years.
• No DWI/DUI/BAC in the past 5 years.
• No license suspension for a moving violation in the last 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Pick-up and delivery of hazardous materials and wastes, complete inspections and paperwork.
• Ensure safety and compliance of load.
• Use Samsara e-Logging Device to manage driver duties and routing sequences.
• Use ePOD to capture delivery receipts and shipment documents.
• Perform other duties to ensure proper deliveries and pickups.

Skills

English proficiency

CDL-A required

Education

HazMat & Tanker endorsements

Tools

SAMSARA

ePOD

Job description

A Place Where People Matter

Start your career journey with Univar Solutions! Here you can make an impact on the world around you and accelerate your career in areas that energize and excite you.

Primary Purpose: Operates and maintains company tractor/trailer/tanker to make pickups and deliveries with a targeted work week of 50-55 hours. Transports hazardous materials and wastes in full compliance with applicable federal, state, local statutes and regulations and company policies. Position requires working tractor/trailer components, including bending and cranking landing gear as well as climbing in and out of cabs and sitting for extended periods of time. Inspects vehicle for proper and safe operating conditions before and after each trip. Must maintain a DOT driver's log and adhere to all DOT regulations. This is regional work (operating within a 275-mile radius of domicile terminal) and driver is home each day.

Responsibilities

• Pick-up and delivery of hazardous materials and wastes, complete inspections and paperwork associated with hazardous materials and waste pickup transport
• Ensure safety and compliance of load
• Utilize onboard Samsara e-Logging Device manage proper driver duty statuses and planned freight order delivery routing sequencing.
• Utilize ePOD device to properly capture customer delivery receipt of goods and other relevant shipment documents
• Perform all other duties as required to make proper deliveries and pick-ups for customers

What you’ll need

Education/Experience/Training/Certifications – Required

• Ability to read, write, count, understand and speak English
• Valid Class A CDL license (with HazMat and Tanker endorsements)
• Ability to use and maintain respiratory protections equipment
• 22 years old or older
• 2+ years of CDL-A driving experience
• 12 months OTR tractor trailer experience in the last 3 years
• No more than 3 minor accidents in the past 3 years
• No DWI / DUI / BAC in the past 5 years
• No license suspension for a moving violation in the last 3 years

Education/Experience/Training/Certifications – Desired

• Experience on SAMSARA or equivalent ELD
• Experience working in a regional capacity with a targeted 55 hour work week
• Hauling BULK HAZMAT products and perishable consumer goods (e.g., transporting unstable loads or hauling different weights on different trip segments, etc.)
• Operating a tractor-trailer in different conditions (e.g., highway driving, side/local roads, city/country, maneuvering in tight spaces, etc.)

Physical Demands/Environmental Conditions/Other Requirements

• Physical ability to lift and carry at least 100 pounds
• Physical ability to tilt back or break 800 lb. net drums onto a dolly
• Physical ability to stand and walk for long periods of time
• Test negative on the company’s drug tests
• Satisfy all DOT physical qualifications requirements to qualify & maintain a CDL-A
• May be handling potentially hazardous substances

Where you’ll work

• 1001 Old Bermuda Hundred Rd, Chester, VA 23836

PAY & BENEFITS

• The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location
• Available employee benefits include health, vision, dental coverage, along with industry-leading retirement and time off programs; union benefits vary in accordance with the respective CBA

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

• Strong work/life flexibility
• To be surrounded by an inclusive team who is collaborative and committed to the achievement of the company
• To be rewarded for your contributions with a targeted annual company bonus (if applicable to your role) and annual salary reviews
• Competitive pay and benefits

Univar Solutions is a leading, global distributor of chemicals and ingredients essential to the safety, health, and wellbeing of our daily lives from life-saving medicines and vitamins to hand sanitizers and industrial materials used for cleaning, construction, and more. Our global team of more than 9,500 employees support our vision to redefine distribution and be the most valued chemical and ingredient distributor on the planet!

We offer a Total Rewards package that includes market aligned pay and incentives as well as a diverse benefits offering to support our employees’ physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing.

Univar Solutions supports sustainable solutions for the world around us so that we can do our part to help keep our communities healthy, fed, clean, and safe!

We are committed to a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusion. Together, we are building a culture that acknowledges the unique experiences, perspectives and expertise of individuals and provides the development and growth opportunities to empower us to redefine our industry.

Univar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the hiring process, please contact us at [e-mail].

Univar Solutions does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms (collectively Recruiting Firms). Recruiting Firms must enter into a Master Services Agreement (MSA) with Univar Solutions prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. All searches must be initiated by Univar Solutions' Talent Acquisition team and candidates must be submitted via Applicant Tracking System (ATS) by approved vendors who have been expressly requested to make a submission for a specific job opening. No placement fees will be paid to any firm unless the aforementioned conditions have been met. Contacting our hiring managers directly is prohibited.