Class A CDL Truck Driver | CDL-A Regional Tanker Driver | 4338

Denali Water Solutions•Russellville, AR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Denali is hiring a Class A CDL Tanker Driver for a traveling regional position based in Dardanelle, Arkansas, covering Kansas, Missouri, Arkansas, and Texas. The driver transports liquid cargo safely and efficiently, follows applicable safety regulations and company policies, and helps ensure timely deliveries. This is a safety-sensitive role in which the employee is responsible for their own safety and the safety of others. The position requires travel for one week before returning home and includes hotel accommodations and a $60 per diem while traveling. Work averages 60 hours per week, with 40 hours guaranteed and the possibility of working up to 70 hours per week. Compensation is up to $22 per hour, with overtime for hours over 40 and a potential annual salary of $80,080. Additional incentives include a $1,000 annual retention bonus and PEAKS Safety Program prize opportunities. The driver operates manual and automatic transmission vehicles, completes pre-trip and post-trip inspections, maintains the truck and related equipment, and performs basic repairs on company bins and equipment using hand tools. The role also involves using an electronic logging system, completing and submitting delivery and maintenance paperwork, communicating regularly with customers, vendors, and the corporate operations team, and reporting accidents and injuries promptly. Drivers attend weekly safety calls, trainings, or briefings and use a computer and cell phone for training, communication, and expense management. Denali describes itself as an organic recycling company that transforms unused food and organics into resources. Its work supports clean water, reduced landfill use, soil fertility, agricultural resilience, and reduced reliance on fossil fuels. The company offers medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement matching; disability and life insurance; paid time off and sick time; paid holidays; professional development; an employee assistance program; and a wellness program.

Requirements

Valid Class A CDL in the driver's state of residence with a tanker endorsement.
At least two years of driving experience and a clean driving record.
Ability to pass a DOT physical and drug screening.
Must be at least 21 years old.
Current DOT medical card.
Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and road test.
Must live in a defined hiring area and be willing to park at the approved parking area.
No DUI or DWI conviction in a commercial motor vehicle or personal vehicle within the last three years.
No DOT drug or alcohol violation within the past three years.
Ability to read and speak English sufficiently to converse with the public, understand highway traffic signs and signals, respond to official inquiries, and complete reports and records.
Time-management skills and ability to maintain route consistency.
Communication and customer-service skills.
Proficiency operating manual and automatic transmission vehicles.
Experience using an electronic logging system.
Basic computer and cell phone knowledge.
Ability to work flexible hours and meet the stated weekly work-hour limits.
Ability to lift, pull, and/or push up to 70 pounds and to bend, stoop, twist, shovel, or reach overhead.
Ability to manage unpleasant odors from food waste and farms.
Ability to work outside in all weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of hydraulics.

Responsibilities

Safely transport liquid cargo to various destinations and make timely deliveries.
Operate manual and automatic transmission vehicles in accordance with DOT requirements and local, state, and federal laws.
Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
Use hand tools for basic repairs of company bins and equipment.
Maintain basic truck equipment and keep equipment clean.
Use the electronic logging system for DOT driver logs and other required records.
Maintain and submit paperwork, including contamination and service tickets and truck maintenance records.
Communicate regularly with customers and vendors to support seamless operations.
Communicate with the corporate office and operations team about service, equipment, and customer service issues.
Immediately report accidents and injuries to the safety manager.
Attend and participate in weekly safety calls, trainings, or briefings.
Use a computer and cell phone for training, communication, and expense management.
Travel for one week before returning home.
Work flexible hours based on seasonality, up to 60 hours in a seven-day week or 70 hours in eight days.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage, including copay and HSA plan options.
Dental and vision coverage for employees and their families.
401(k) match of up to 4%.
Company-paid long-term and short-term disability insurance, AD&D, and life insurance.
Voluntary life insurance options for employees and family.
Health Savings Plan.
Paid time off and sick time, including family leave.
Nine paid holidays.
Weekly pay.
Free access to professional development courses through the Learning Management System and Ascend Employee Development Program.
Employee Assistance Program with counseling and other resources.
Wellness Program.
Hotel provided during travel.
$60 per diem during travel.
Overtime pay for hours over 40.
$1,000 annual retention bonus.
PEAKS Safety Program quarterly and annual raffle prizes.