FULL-TIME Chemical Tanker Driver Trainer

Altom Transport • Hammond, IN

13h • Onsite

About The Position

Altom Transport is a family-owned company built on trust, safety, and service, committed to safely and efficiently delivering chemicals and petroleum products with a modern tanker fleet. The company's success relies on the quality of its drivers and the strength of its training program. This full-time Chemical Tanker Driver Trainer position is critical for leading hands-on driver training and development, ensuring every driver operates safely, efficiently, and professionally in real-world conditions, aligning with the company's “Mission First, Safety Always” culture. This is a dynamic, field-based role, not a desk job or solely a driving position, where the trainer is directly responsible for shaping the safety, performance, and professionalism of Altom’s driver fleet, with an impact seen daily on the road, at customer sites, and across the 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
• Advanced knowledge of: Tanker equipment and systems
• Advanced knowledge of: 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
• Train drivers on: Chemical and petroleum product handling
• Train drivers on: 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees