CDL A x Driver - Tanker Endorsement Required

USALCO•Waldron, AR

About The Position

USALCO is hiring a CDL A Driver to operate tractor-tankers safely on various roadways and deliver USALCO products to customer sites, ranging from large cities to small towns. The position calls for a self-motivated, detail-oriented, results-driven team player who incorporates safety and quality into daily decisions and maintains effective communication with Transportation, Manufacturing, Safety, customers, and other stakeholders. The driver is expected to work positively with people and departments while also operating independently. The role includes safely transporting USALCO-branded products across state lines as needed; complying with DOT and company standards and policies; and performing the tasks involved in chemical-product loading and unloading, including product transfer, quality analysis, quality documentation, and customer-required certificates of analysis. The employee may also perform non-driving housekeeping and safety tasks as directed. Overtime, physical labor, and changing shifts may be required to meet business needs. USALCO requires a current Class A CDL with Tanker and Hazardous Materials endorsements and at least three years of cargo-tank experience. A TWIC card is required or must be obtained within 90 days after hire; the company pays for the card.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 21 years of age.
Current Class A CDL with Tanker and Hazardous Materials endorsements.
At least 3 years of cargo-tank experience.
Driving record covering 3 or more years with no accidents or moving violations.
No DUI or DWI.
Pass a road test administered by USALCO.
Ability to complete and maintain a driver logbook or onboard computer with an electronic logging system.
Have a TWIC card or obtain one within 90 days after hire.
Organizational and planning skills.
Dependability, flexibility, and ability to respond on short notice to meet customer requirements.
Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to routinely lift 80 to 100 pounds and handle product-delivery hoses measuring 2 to 3 inches in diameter and 22 feet in length.
Ability to routinely climb to and from loading racks and tankers for loading and venting or unloading.
Ability to traverse ship ladders, catwalks, and close quarters.
Ability to work inside confined spaces as needed.
Pass and maintain a current Interstate DOT Class A driver medical card.
Pass the DOT pre-employment drug and alcohol test and any required random DOT drug tests after employment.
Ability to sit and drive a standard or automatic transmission for the duration of an assigned shift while complying with DOT driving guidelines.

Responsibilities

Drive USALCO tractor-tankers safely on varied roadways and deliver products to customer sites.
Follow DOT and USALCO standards and policies, including hours-of-service requirements and pre- and post-trip procedures.
Meet job safety requirements, including properly wearing and using required personal protective equipment.
Perform chemical-product loading and unloading tasks, including product transfer, quality analysis, quality documentation, and preparation of customer-required certificates of analysis.
Communicate professionally with USALCO employees, contractors, vendors, and customers.
Attend monthly safety meetings.
Maintain a professional appearance while wearing a company uniform.
Work with site management and employees to determine needs and priorities.
Transport USALCO-branded products across state lines as needed.
Perform non-driving housekeeping and safety-related tasks when directed, and other duties supporting business goals and objectives.
Maintain a driver logbook or onboard computer using an electronic logging system.
Work overtime, perform physical labor, and work changing shifts as required by business needs.