Hazmat/Tanker CDL Driver — Health Coverage & 401(k)

RELIANT TANK DIVISION LLC; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Job summary

Reliant Tank Division is seeking experienced Class A CDL Hazmat/Tanker drivers to transport tanker loads safely and efficiently in Bakersfield, CA. You will operate tractor-trailer and tanker equipment, perform pre-trip inspections, and ensure compliance with DOT, FMCSA, and hazmat requirements.

The role requires safety focus, ability to read shipping papers, maintain electronic logs, and communicate with dispatch.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL with Tank Vehicle endorsement.
• HazMat endorsement when required for assigned loads.
• Must meet applicable DOT driver qualification requirements.
• Acceptable MVR and ability to pass required DOT drug/alcohol testing.
• Must maintain a valid DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate, when required.
• Ability to safely operate tanker equipment.
• Ability to understand shipping papers, bills of lading, placards, and other transportation documentation.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate tractor-trailer and tanker equipment.
• Transport hazardous and non-hazardous liquid products as assigned.
• Perform thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections of tractor, trailer, tank, hoses, valves, fittings, and other equipment.
• Safely load and unload products according to company, customer, and facility procedures.
• Verify products, quantities, destinations, shipping documents, placards, and other load information before transportation.
• Properly connect, disconnect, inspect, and secure hoses and related equipment.
• Follow all hazardous-material handling and transportation requirements.
• Maintain required shipping papers and other hazmat documentation.
• Properly display required placards.
• Maintain accurate electronic logs and comply with Hours of Service requirements.
• Maintain regular communication with dispatch regarding load status, delays, equipment issues, and customer concerns.
• Immediately report spills, leaks, product releases, accidents, injuries, equipment defects, or other safety incidents.
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Follow all customer and facility safety requirements.
• Maintain assigned tractor, trailer, and equipment in a clean and professional condition.
• Attend required safety meetings and training.
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.

Skills

CDL Class A

Tank Vehicle endorsement

Hazmat endorsement

DOT compliance

MVR check

Drug/alcohol testing

ELD proficiency

Tools

ELD system

Job description

Reliant Tank Division is seeking experienced Class A CDL Hazmat/Tanker drivers to transport tanker loads safely and efficiently in Bakersfield, CA. You will operate tractor-trailer and tanker equipment, perform pre-trip inspections, and ensure compliance with DOT, FMCSA, and hazmat requirements.

The role requires safety focus, ability to read shipping papers, maintain electronic logs, and communicate with dispatch.