Hazmat Truck Driver
About The Position
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
