Delivery Driver - Water Treatment

Hawkins Inc•Luling, TX

15d•$25 - $27

About The Position

Hawkins, Inc. is hiring a Delivery Driver for its Water Treatment business segment. The role loads and unloads trucks and delivers products to internal and external customer sites safely, courteously, and on time. Hawkins supports drivers in obtaining a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), including training, and provides help preparing for the road. The driver handles, stores, ships, and transports hazardous materials in compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) standards; completes shipping, receiving, inventory, and inspection documentation; performs routine minor maintenance and vehicle and equipment inspections; and maintains housekeeping standards. The position requires independent work in accordance with company procedures and applicable environmental, safety, and health regulations. Travel varies from 0% to 20%. Expected compensation is $25.00–$27.00 per hour, with eligibility for a 5% bonus. Eligible employees and dependents can access medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability insurance. Other benefits for eligible employees include a 401(k) match, employee stock purchase program, paid time off, and paid holidays.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
1–3 years of previous driving experience.
Currently hold a Class B CDL, or be able to obtain a CDL with tanker and HAZMAT endorsements.
Satisfactory driving record.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Basic computer skills and knowledge of MS Office.
Able to lift up to 75 pounds.
Able to perform physical tasks for extended periods, including standing, walking, climbing, bending, pushing, reaching, and pulling.
Able to climb and/or work at heights using stairs and ladders.
Able to wear required PPE and equipment, including safety shoes, face shields, safety glasses, safety goggles, hearing protection, gloves, and a hard hat; chemical suits and hair/beard nets when required.
Able to safely operate an industrial forklift when required.
Willing and able to meet grooming requirements for respirator use and SQF-certified environments, among other requirements.
Able to work in hot, cold, noisy, dusty, and wet environments.
Willing to work around chemicals and industrial machinery.

Nice To Haves

Prior MRP or ERP experience.
Experience in a manufacturing or chemical environment.

Responsibilities

Professionally deliver products to internal and external customer sites.
Load and unload trucks and handle product deliveries safely, courteously, and in a timely manner.
Know and operate equipment such as forklifts, hoses, and pumps, and follow processes for handling, storing, shipping, and transporting hazardous materials in compliance with DOT standards.
Complete required paper and/or computer documentation, including shipping and receiving paperwork, inventory sheets, and inspection reports.
Perform routine minor maintenance and inspections of vehicles and equipment.
Maintain housekeeping standards.
Apply product quality and safety standards and report product safety incidents to a Supervisor, Manager, or designated backup when applicable.
Communicate identified compliance, safety, and equipment needs.
Operate independently while following company Standard Operating Procedures and applicable Federal, State, and Corporate environmental, safety, and health regulations.
Perform other related duties as needed.

Benefits

Medical insurance for eligible employees and dependents.
Dental insurance for eligible employees and dependents.
Vision insurance for eligible employees and dependents.
Life insurance for eligible employees and dependents.
Long-term and short-term disability insurance for eligible employees and dependents.
401(k) match.
Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP).
Paid time off.
Paid holidays.
5% bonus eligibility.