Hazmat Truck Driver

CHS, Inc. • Wayne Township, SD

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About The Position

CHS Inc. is hiring a Hazmat Truck Driver to haul fuel to local and regional customers. The role operates a semi-tractor and tanker trailer to deliver hazardous energy-grade materials safely and in compliance with regulations. The schedule is Tuesday through Saturday, with overnight stays in a sleeper truck when needed, typically 2–4 nights per week. The position offers a $3,500 sign-on bonus and driver safety bonuses of up to $6,000 per year. Compensation may include base wages and, depending on the position, additional earnings such as bonuses, incentives, or commissions; actual pay varies based on factors including experience, education, training, specialized skills, certifications, and applicable local requirements.

Requirements

• Valid Class A or Class B CDL, as required for the equipment and route.
• Valid Hazmat and Tanker endorsements.
• At least 2 years of verifiable CDL driving experience.
• Must meet the age requirement; the specific age is not stated.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety and compliance, including accurately completing required documentation.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to safely climb in and out of truck cabs and onto the top of a tanker trailer.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and in environments with regular exposure to hazardous materials.
• Ability to travel and spend time away from home as required by the schedule.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated experience hauling hazardous materials.
• Demonstrated safety performance and consistent adherence to procedures in hazardous-material operations.
• Demonstrated customer service and communication skills, including professional interaction with internal teams and customers.
• Demonstrated experience completing tanker product transfers, including loading and unloading, and related documentation in a regulated environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate a semi-tractor and tanker trailer to deliver hazardous energy-grade materials to customer sites safely and compliantly.
• Follow DOT regulations and company safe-driving policies, including route and hazard awareness.
• Load and unload products by connecting and disconnecting loading arms and hoses, following hazardous-material handling and transfer safety procedures.
• Provide professional, customer-focused service during pickups and deliveries, coordinating with customers and internal teams.
• Prepare delivery documentation and daily load/unload reports, and maintain accurate electronic logs.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections, submit maintenance reports, and promptly escalate repair needs and equipment issues.
• Immediately notify leadership of incidents, near misses, spills or releases, and safety concerns; follow required response and reporting procedures.
• Assist with equipment hookups, site-readiness checks, and other assigned duties.

Benefits

• $3,500 sign-on bonus.
• Driver safety bonuses of up to $6,000 per year.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Wellness programs.
• Life insurance.
• Health and dependent care spending accounts.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k).
• Pension.
• Profit sharing.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Adoption assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed