Class A CDL Truck Driver

PENCCO, Inc•Chicago, IL

25d•$32 - $34

About The Position

Pencco, Inc. is hiring an OTR/Regional truck driver to operate a truck and tanker trailer safely while loading and delivering hazardous-material chemical products to customers. Drivers represent the company to customers and are expected to work professionally and safely. The role includes following assigned routes and schedules, maintaining required records and paperwork, inspecting and caring for vehicles and equipment, and reporting incidents or equipment concerns. The driver may be assigned a sleeper tractor and required to be out of town for 5–6 days at a time. Standard workdays are Monday through Sunday.

Requirements

At least 2 years of Class A CDL experience.
HazMat and Tanker endorsements, with at least 6 months of tanker experience.
Pass a DOT road test with a manual transmission.
Maintain an annual MEC.
Provide a valid commercial driver’s license with hazardous-material and tanker endorsements for the state where applying.
Maintain a current MVR that meets company standards.
Meet Department of Transportation physical and medical requirements.
Pass substance-abuse screening and agree to random substance-abuse screening under company policy.
Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos; write correspondence; and communicate using company-provided devices.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers and decimals.
Ability to regularly sit, stand, talk, listen, and walk, and to sit in a truck cab for long periods.
Ability to use tools and controls; reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and climb steps and ladders.
Ability to regularly lift or move hoses and fittings weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to control a tractor-trailer or bobtail with the attention and dexterity needed to prevent damage to property and equipment.
Required vision abilities include close, distance, and peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Meet job-specific physical test criteria: occasionally lift/carry 50 pounds; push or pull with a maximum force of 75 pounds; safely lift 50 pounds from floor to knuckle and from shoulder to overhead; PDC Level: heavy.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Samsara and Paylocity is a plus.
May need to meet additional requirements to acquire a TWIC credential.

Responsibilities

Load and unload tanker products in accordance with company and terminal rules, government regulations, and industry standards.
Transport loads to the required destinations while following traffic laws and safety regulations.
Keep daily Samsara ELD logs updated and certified.
Complete and transmit paperwork according to company procedures.
Maintain vehicle cleanliness and related articles as necessary.
Perform required safety inspections on trucks, equipment, and facilities.
Immediately report accidents, incidents, and spills.
Report equipment malfunctions or concerns to the driver manager.
Safely drive and deliver products for Pencco, Inc.
Perform tasks assigned by the plant manager or dispatch.
Promote and support company image standards.
Follow city, county, state, and federal regulations.
Follow the posted work schedule unless a change is arranged by the plant manager or dispatch.