Truck Driver, Local

Kemira; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Life/disability insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Kemira is seeking an experienced local truck driver to support our Manufacturing Coagulants, Industry & Water segment in East Chicago, IL.

You will deliver bulk liquid commodities to customers, load and unload tankers, and comply with all federal, state, and local regulations regarding hazardous materials.

We offer a safety-oriented environment and benefits including health insurance, paid time off, life/disability insurance, and a 401(k) plan with company match.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of tractor-trailer driving experience.
• Commercial driver's license with tanker and hazardous materials endorsement.
• Clean driving record (2.0 points or less).

Responsibilities

• Delivering bulk liquid commodities to customers.
• Loading and unloading tankers.
• Complying with federal, state, and local regulations for hazardous materials.

Skills

Minimum 3 years tractor-trailer

Bulk chemicals transport (tank)

CDL with tanker endorsement

Hazardous materials endorsement

Clean driving record

Basic math & DOT knowledge

Customer service orientation

Job description

Job Title: Truck Driver, Local

Kemira is a global leader in sustainable chemistry for water intensive industries. For more than 100 years, we advance the power of chemistry, ensuring clean water and enabling a circular future. At Kemira, we foster a collaborative and inclusive work culture where we turn ideas into real-world impact. Learn more about Kemira at www.kemira.com/careers.

We are now looking for an experienced local truck driver. The successful candidate will support our Manufacturing Coagulants, Industry & Water segment in East Chicago, IL. Kemira's Industry & Water segment enables our customers to improve their water treatment efficiency by providing value-adding support and high-performing chemicals.

In this role you’ll be responsible for

• Delivering bulk liquid commodities to customers
• Loading and unloading tankers
• Complying with federal, state, and local regulations in regard to the safe transportation and handling of hazardous materials.

What you'll bring to the team

• Minimum 3-years of experience driving a tractor-trailer
• Minimum 3-years of experience transporting bulk chemicals in cargo tank preferred
• Commercial driver's license with tanker and hazardous materials endorsement required
• Clean driving record (2.0 points or less)
• Basic math skills, thorough knowledge of DOT rules and regulations, and a customer service orientation

What you can expect from us

• A safety-oriented working environment
• Great opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• A job that helps you increase your abilities and skills in various areas.
• Employment in a stable company with an established position in the market.
• A great, multicultural, and positive working environment.

The pay for this position is $36.16/hour, with opportunities for performance-based bonuses.

• We also offer a comprehensive benefits include health insurance, paid time off, life/disability insurance, and a 401(k) retirement plan (which includes a company match).

We are leading the way to sustained fair pay in the workplace. As a Fair Pay Certified company, we are taking action to enable ongoing equal pay for equal work. This certification demonstrates our commitment to using trusted and transparent methodologies to analyze pay equity. We are proud to share this achievement as part of our dedication to a fair and equitable workplace for everyone.

Kemira is a global leader in sustainable chemistry for water-intensive industries. We operate globally and serve a wide range of customers including municipal and industrial water treatment companies and the fiber industry. Our solutions and services help secure clean water for millions of people every day and support our customers in advancing circularity and responsible resource use throughout their value chains. In 2025, Kemira reported annual revenue of EUR 2.8 billion with a global team of 4,911 colleagues. Kemira is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki. www.kemira.com