CDL Driver & Chem Worker
About The Position
Harcros Chemicals is an employee-owned chemical manufacturing and distribution company headquartered in Kansas City, Kansas, with over a century of industry experience. With operations across North America and a nationwide distribution network, we deliver reliable, high-quality chemical solutions to customers worldwide across industries including water treatment, agriculture, oil and gas, personal care, and more. Safety, sustainability, and exceptional service are at the core of everything we do. The Chemical Worker/Driver is responsible for the safe, timely, and professional transportation of hazardous and non-hazardous products, materials, and supplies in liquid, loose, or packaged form. This role operates gasoline- or diesel-powered commercial vehicles while ensuring compliance with DOT, ICC, environmental, and company safety regulations. The position also supports warehouse operations, equipment inspections, loading and unloading activities, hazardous waste management, and customer service functions.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Minimum of two years of related driving, transportation, warehouse, or logistics experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with the ability to maintain driving eligibility.
- Hazardous Materials (HazMat) and Tanker endorsements
- Ability to pass a DOT physical examination.
- Ability to read and interpret safety procedures, operating instructions, and transportation documents.
- Strong verbal communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to solve routine operational and transportation-related problems.
- Commitment to safety, regulatory compliance, and quality service.
- Clean MVR and in good standing with the Clearing House
Nice To Haves
- Previous forklift certification or forklift operating experience.
- Experience transporting hazardous materials.
- Experience with warehouse operations and inventory handling.
- Knowledge of hazardous waste management and environmental compliance requirements.
Responsibilities
- Safely transport hazardous and non-hazardous materials in compliance with all applicable regulations and company safety standards.
- Read and interpret customer orders, shipping documents, purchase orders, bills of lading, and related transportation paperwork.
- Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and complete required condition reports.
- Pick up products from vendors, verify product accuracy, quantities, and documentation, and deliver materials to company facilities and customer locations.
- Maintain accurate driver logs and complete all required transportation and regulatory documentation.
- Load and unload trucks and operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment as needed.
- Collect and return empty containers and product returns.
- Perform routine inspections and basic maintenance checks of trucks, equipment, and supplies.
- Support warehouse operations, including housekeeping and maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
- Respond to incidents, emergencies, and safety hazards in accordance with company emergency response procedures.
- Assist with hazardous waste handling, storage, inspections, spill response, documentation, and regulatory recordkeeping.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive pay, bonus opportunities, and vehicle/car allowances for eligible roles
- Comprehensive benefits, including multiple medical plan options, disability coverage, AD&D, and life insurance
- Strong retirement benefits with ESOP participation, 401(k) and Roth options, company contributions, and early vesting
- Access to Lyra mental health and wellness resources for employees and dependents starting day one
- 10 paid holidays, including one floating holiday
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
