Hazmat Truck Driver

CHS Inc.; Colby (KS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) and pension plans

Paid time off

Job summary

CHS Inc. is seeking a Senior Hazmat Driver to safely transport hazardous materials across locations. The role includes operating a tanker and ensuring compliance with safety and DOT regulations.

Ideal candidates will have a valid CDL license, Hazmat and Tanker endorsements, and at least 2 years of driving experience. The job offers a competitive compensation package along with various health benefits.

Qualifications

• Must have valid CDL and necessary endorsements to handle hazardous materials.
• Must have at least 2 years of CDL driving experience.
• Strong commitment to safety and compliance required.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport hazardous materials to customer locations.
• Comply with DOT regulations and company policies.
• Prepare documentation and maintain accurate logs.

Skills

Hazardous material handling

Customer service skills

Safety compliance

Education

Valid Class A or Class B CDL

Hazmat and Tanker endorsements

2+ years of CDL driving experience

Job description

Summary

CHS Transportation division seeks a Senior Hazmat Driver who will safely transport bulk hazardous materials to customer locations while delivering professional customer service and ensuring full compliance with DOT, company and regulatory requirements. The position is Monday‑Friday, daytime; drivers are home each night. CHS will provide the necessary endorsements if required.

Responsibilities

• Operate a semi-tractor and tanker trailer to deliver hazardous energy‑grade materials to customer sites in a safe, compliant manner.
• Comply with DOT regulations and company policies for safe driving, including route and hazard awareness.
• Load and unload products by connecting/disconnecting loading arms and hoses; follow all hazardous material handling and transfer safety procedures.
• Deliver professional, customer‑focused service during pickups and deliveries, coordinate with customers and internal teams.
• Prepare delivery documentation and daily load/unload reports; record accurate electronic logs.
• Conduct pre‑trip and post‑trip inspections; submit maintenance reports and escalate repair needs and equipment issues promptly.
• Immediately notify leadership of incidents, near misses, spills/releases, or safety concerns; execute required response and reporting procedures.
• Support related tasks such as equipment hookups, site readiness checks, and assigned duties.

Minimum Qualifications (required)

• Valid Class A or Class B CDL (as required for the equipment/route)
• Valid Hazmat and Tanker endorsements
• 2+ years of verifiable CDL driving experience
• Must meet age requirement
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety and compliance, and complete required documentation accurately.

Additional Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience hauling hazardous materials
• Demonstrated safety performance and consistent adherence to procedures in hazardous materials operations.
• Demonstrated customer service and communication skills; interact professionally with internal teams and customers.
• Demonstrated experience completing tanker product transfers (loading/unloading) and related documentation in a regulated environment.
• Pre‑employment screening is based on the job requirements and industry guidelines and may be required. If required, selected candidates must pass screening, which may include drug, criminal, motor vehicle check, physical requirements, and FMCSA Clearinghouse.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Ability to safely climb in and out of truck cabs and to the top of a tanker trailer
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions; travel and time away from home as required by the schedule
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and in environments with regular exposure to hazardous materials.

Benefits

CHS offers a competitive total rewards package. Compensation includes base wage and may include bonus, incentives and commissions. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, life insurance, health and dependent care spending accounts, paid time off, 401(k), pension, profit sharing, short‑ and long‑term disability, tuition reimbursement and adoption assistance, subject to eligibility requirements for each benefit plan.

Equal Opportunity Statement

CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.

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