FULL-TIME Chemical Tanker Driver Trainer
About The Position
Altom Transport is hiring a full-time Chemical Tanker Driver Trainer to lead hands-on driver training and development. This role is critical to maintaining our “Mission First, Safety Always” culture by ensuring every driver is trained to operate safely, efficiently, and professionally in real-world conditions. This isn’t a desk job—and it’s not just driving. You are directly responsible for shaping the safety, performance, and professionalism of Altom’s driver fleet. Your impact is seen every day on the road, at customer sites, and across our entire operation.
Requirements
- Valid Class A CDL with X Endorsement (Hazmat & Tanker)
- 5+ years of chemical tanker experience REQUIRED
- Proven safe driving history with strong CSA performance
- Advanced knowledge of hazardous materials handling, tanker equipment and systems, and customer facility procedures (refineries, plants, terminals)
- Strong leadership, communication, and coaching skills
- Ability to hold drivers accountable while building trust
Nice To Haves
- Previous trainer, lead driver, or mentor experience strongly preferred
Responsibilities
- Lead new driver onboarding and field training programs
- Conduct in-cab instruction, ride-alongs, and route-based evaluations
- Train drivers on safe tanker driving techniques and surge control, chemical and petroleum product handling, and loading/unloading procedures at customer sites
- Ensure full compliance with DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, EPA, and hazmat regulations
- Evaluate driver performance and determine qualification readiness
- Provide ongoing coaching, retraining, and performance improvement plans
- Partner with Safety leadership to enhance training programs and materials
- Participate in quarterly safety meetings and driver education sessions
- Investigate training-related incidents and identify preventative improvements
- Serve as a field safety leader and subject matter expert
Benefits
- 401(k) with company match (Day 1)
- Blue Cross Blue Shield – medical, dental, vision, prescription
- Paid vacation, holidays, and personal time
- Safety bonus opportunities
- Company-paid training and PPE
- Boot reimbursement program
- Company contribution to HSA
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
