CDL Tanker Driver

CLASEN QUALITY CHOCOLATE•Milton, WI

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Clasen Quality Chocolate (CQC) is a world-class manufacturer of chocolate and innovative coatings, recently awarded the Top Workplaces Award by the WI State Journal. CQC is experiencing double-digit annual growth and is seeking quality individuals to join their team. As a family-owned company, CQC offers employees the opportunity to wear many hats, make a difference, and have fun. They are committed to being an Employer of Choice in Southern Wisconsin and offer a variety of traditional and unconventional benefits. This role is for a CDL Tanker Driver at their new, state-of-the-art truck storage facility in Milton, WI. This is a regional driver position involving over-the-road driving and local single-day deliveries. Drivers average 40-55 hours per week with a varying schedule that may include weekend days, and they complete "hours resets" at home. Drivers are typically away from home 2-3 nights per week. CQC provides state-of-the-art equipment, including low mileage 2019 and newer tractors, and drivers are assigned a unit with a 76-inch sleeper. On average, drivers earn $105,000 per year working 50 hours per week, with a starting pay of $32.50/hr.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
Must be at least 21 years old (DOT requirement)
Must have a valid Class A CDL with Tanker endorsement
Must have a valid medical examiner's card
Must have an acceptable driving record
Minimum of 3 years verifiable tractor/trailer driving experience
Manual transmission shifting experience
Pass a pre-employment driving test
Pass a pre-employment DOT drug screen and physical exam
Work with allergens, such as peanut, tree nuts, dairy, and soy.
Accuracy
Customer focused
Detail oriented
Honesty and integrity
Interpersonal skills
Relationship building
Reliable
Time management skills
Basic computer skills

Nice To Haves

Tanker certification can be obtained prior to start date.

Responsibilities

Deliver tanker loads from plant locations to customers with professionalism, ensuring personal and product safety and quality.
Support intercompany transfers and deliveries of dry products to CQC/Customers on an as-needed basis.
Inspect equipment before and after trips and submit reports on equipment condition.
Read bill of lading to determine routing assignments.
Perform checks to secure all cargo in the trailer during transit.
Load, unload, or assist in loading and unloading of bulk tanker trailer.
Obtain customer's signature for proof-of-delivery (POD).
Inventory and inspect product(s) to be transported.
Drive vehicles, applying knowledge of commercial driving regulations, to transport and deliver products.
Maneuver truck into loading or unloading position, following signals from material handlers.
Perform checks to assure the vehicle conforms to state and federal regulations.
Maintain driver log according to Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations.
Monitor the equipment’s service schedule and overall condition of the assigned tractor and trailers.
Notify supervisor when service is needed or required.
Assist in cleaning and returning equipment to service after completing loads, including trucks, trailers, and all equipment needed to unload product at the customer.
Enter trailers to conduct scheduled swabbing and installation of necessary components.
Maintain a high level of customer service and professionalism on every load hauled.
Perform all tasks assigned by the supervisor, following all company, safety, and quality policies and procedures.
Maintain regular attendance at work and work overtime as needed.

Benefits

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance (Low deductible and copays, LASIK reimbursement, Adults orthodontics)
Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
401(k) Match – up to 5%
Paid Vacation, Personal and Volunteer days
11 holidays
Paid maternity/paternity leave
Wellness: Free fruit, insurance discounts, gym and run/walk/bike event reimbursement, free wellness checks
Scholarships – Employee, spouse, and children
College Savings Match – 529 plans
Summer Camp Reimbursement – children of employees
Tuition reimbursement
Employee appreciation events
Free chocolate and coating!
Quarterly Bonuses + Annual Bonus Potential – 5%+