Company Driver - CDL A - Tanker Driver

Altom Transport • Aurora, IL

7h • Onsite

About The Position

Altom Transport is a family-owned company built on trust, safety, and service, specializing in the safe and efficient transport of bulk liquid chemicals and petroleum products. With over 10 strategic terminals, Altom operates across 49 states and Canada, utilizing a fleet of modern stainless steel and aluminum tank trailers. The company fosters a team-first culture and is committed to professionalism. Altom prioritizes safety, support, and a positive work-life balance, offering driving opportunities that fit various lifestyles and goals. Drivers can choose between Regional Driver roles, being home every few days (3–5 days out at a time), or Over-the-Road (OTR) Driver roles, being gone for 7+ days at a time, which are ideal for those who enjoy long-haul travel and maximizing mileage and income. Altom Transport has a rigorous safety program including onboarding, new hire training, and mandatory quarterly safety meetings, aiming to provide the best service while equipping drivers with tools and support for safety and professionalism.

Requirements

• Valid CDL Class A License
• Must hold a current X endorsement (Hazmat + Tanker)
• Tanker Endorsement (N) – Required
• Minimum 2 years of verifiable tanker driving experience within the last 5 years
• At least 23 years of age
• Clean MVR and strong safety record
• No DUI/OWI on record within the last 5 years
• Cannot be prohibited in the FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse
• No at fault/preventable fatal or rollover accident in the last 5 years
• No more than 2 moving violations in the last 3 years
• No more than 2 CSA moving violations in the last 18 months
• No falsification on the driver’s application
• Able to pass DOT physical, drug screening, and background check
• Dependable, safety-minded, and capable of working independently
• Willing to work flexible schedules, including 24/7 operations if needed

Nice To Haves

• Hazmat Endorsement (H) – Preferred (must obtain within 90 days of hire; assistance available)
• TWIC Card – Preferred (or must obtain after hire)

Responsibilities

• Safely operate tanker trucks transporting bulk liquid materials
• Load and unload using hoses, pumps, and valves with strict safety protocols
• Conduct and document pre- and post-trip inspections
• Maintain accurate trip records, logs, and inspection reports
• Communicate professionally with dispatchers and customers
• Adhere to DOT, EPA, and all applicable safety and regulatory guidelines
• Represent Altom with professionalism during customer interactions

Benefits

• 401(K) with company match from Day 1
• Blue Cross Blue Shield health insurance – medical, dental, vision, prescription
• Paid vacation, holidays, and personal time
• Optional life and disability insurance
• Safety bonuses for clean roadside inspections and safe driving records
• Paid training, PPE, and late-model, well-maintained trucks
• Boot reimbursement program
• Up to $2,400 company contribution to Health Savings Account (HSA)

What This Job Offers

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