CDL A x Driver - Tanker Endorsement Required

USALCO•Monroe, LA

About The Position

The CDL A Driver is responsible for safely driving USALCO tractor-tankers over a variety of roadways to deliver products to customer sites, from large cities to small towns. The role calls for a self-motivated, detail-oriented, results-driven team player who incorporates safety and quality into day-to-day decisions and communicates effectively with Transportation, Manufacturing, Safety, customers, and other stakeholders. The driver performs loading and unloading work for USALCO chemical products, including product transfer, quality analysis and documentation, and preparation of customer-required certificates of analysis. Drivers follow DOT and USALCO requirements and policies, maintain required driving records and equipment procedures, and take part in monthly safety meetings. The role also involves physical labor, housekeeping and safety tasks, overtime, changing shifts, and other duties that support business objectives.

Requirements

Be at least 21 years of age.
Hold a current Class A CDL with Tanker and Hazardous Materials endorsements.
Have at least 3 years of cargo tank experience.
Have a driving record covering 3 or more years with no accidents or moving violations.
Have no DUI or DWI.
Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
Pass a road test administered by USALCO.
Be able to complete and maintain a driver's log book or onboard computer using an electronic logging system.
Have a TWIC card or obtain one within 90 days after the hire date; the company pays for the TWIC card.
Have organizational and planning skills.
Be dependable, flexible, and able to respond on short notice to meet customer requirements.
Have good interpersonal and communication skills.
Routinely lift 80 to 100 pounds and handle product delivery hoses that are 2 to 3 inches in diameter and 22 feet long.
Routinely climb to and from loading racks and tankers for loading and venting or unloading.
Routinely traverse ship ladders, catwalks, and close quarters.
Be able to work inside confined spaces as needed.
Pass and maintain a current Interstate DOT Class A driver medical card.
Pass a DOT pre-employment drug and alcohol test and any required random DOT drug tests after employment.
Be able to sit and drive a standard or automatic transmission for the duration of an assigned shift in compliance with DOT driving guidelines.

Responsibilities

Meet job safety requirements, including wearing and properly using all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Follow DOT and USALCO standards and policies, including hours-of-service requirements and pre-trip and post-trip procedures.
Perform tasks required to load and unload chemical products, including product transfer, quality analysis, quality documentation, and customer-required certificates of analysis.
Attend monthly safety meetings.
Communicate professionally with USALCO employees, contractors, vendors, and customers.
Maintain a professional appearance while wearing a company uniform.
Work with site management and employees to determine needs and priorities.
Work overtime, provide physical labor, and work changing shifts as required by business needs.
Transport USALCO-branded products safely across state lines as needed.
Perform non-driving housekeeping and safety-related tasks as directed by a supervisor.
Perform other duties assigned in support of business goals and objectives.