Hazmat Truck Driver

Fisher Industries•New River, AZ

About The Position

Fisher Industries is a vertically integrated family of businesses that provides heavy civil construction and aggregate products across the United States. With over 70 years of experience, the company specializes in highways, bridges, aggregates, and large-scale infrastructure projects, supported by in-house capabilities in drilling, blasting, crushing, asphalt, and concrete production. Fisher is committed to delivering innovative, cost-effective solutions with an emphasis on safety and quality. As a proven industry leader, Fisher Industries continues to grow while maintaining the integrity and values of a family-owned company. For additional information about our company, visit our website at www.fisherind.com POSITION SCOPE The Hazmat Truck Driver is a safety sensitive position responsible for transporting hazardous materials to the job site and signing out the materials. The drivers will be exposed to different situations and equipment in performing their assigned task. They will be responsible for maintaining their assigned equipment. Drivers will be required to travel overnight to job sites throughout Arizona and in some cases out-of-state. Must have a valid Class A CDL with Hazmat and Tanker endorsements. Must have flatbed driving experience. Must be able to drive an 18-speed transmission.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years old
Minimum 1 year of CDL A experience
Must have flatbed driving experience.
Must be able to drive an 18-speed transmission
SPEAK, READ, UNDERSTAND and WRITE in English
Valid Class A CDL with Hazmat and Tanker endorsements
Valid DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate is required
S.H.A. 5000-23 certificate part 46 and part 48 or willingness to obtain certification - company will pay for certification
Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment drug test and federal criminal background check
Acceptable MVR in accordance with Fisher's Company Vehicle Program policy
Ability to complete work tasks under various adverse weather conditions including heat above 100 degrees, cold, rain, and snow
Ability to operate equipment in adverse weather conditions and on steep and rough terrains is required
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
Overnight travel will be required

Responsibilities

Loads and unloads tankers with hazardous materials, both bulk and various package styles adhering to all Company and DOT regulations
Operates bulk tanker trucks according to Company policies and state/federal laws
Transports load over required route to proper destination, observing all traffic laws and DOT safety regulations
Completes and transmits all paperwork in compliance with established Company procedures
Performs safety inspections on trucks, equipment and/or facilities as required by Company policy and DOT regulations
Maintains miscellaneous service duties such as checking daily, oil, water, fuel, tires and tank related items
Reports any equipment malfunctions/concerns to Fleet Manager or Driver Manager
Knowledge of and the ability to use auxiliary pumps for loading and unloading vehicles and use spill kits and fire extinguishers
Ability to read and review permit for route, special considerations, and safety provisions
Assistance with setup and tear down of operations as well as the knowledge of how to operate heavy equipment for loading and unloading at job sites
Overnight travel will be required
Comply with all DOT and company policies, procedures, and standards of safety
Perform other duties as assigned