OTR Driver CTL (#3492)

Rinchem • Burlington, NC

12d

About The Position

The OTR Driver for CTL transports and delivers products and materials to customers, hauling freight across the country or regions. The role involves extended periods of sitting and being away from home for a minimum of three weeks. Drivers transport hazardous materials and other goods while following applicable safety procedures, traffic laws, and regulatory requirements. They inspect and operate trucks and related equipment, manage cargo and delivery documentation, and report vehicle issues and incidents. The position also involves picking up returnable containers and performing other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of driving experience with hazmat experience.
• High school diploma.
• Computer literacy.
• Valid CDL A.
• Valid Hazmat and Tanker endorsements.
• Valid DOT Medical Card.

Responsibilities

• Drive trucks, including tractor-trailer combinations, to transport and deliver products and materials.
• Follow safety procedures for transporting hazardous materials and other goods.
• Safely operate material-handling equipment when required, such as pallet jacks and drum grabbers.
• Follow traffic laws and applicable regulations and requirements, including FMCSR, OSHA, DOT, and RCRA.
• Inspect vehicles before and after trips for defects and ensure mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in working order; submit vehicle-condition reports.
• Maintain logs of working hours and vehicle service and repair status in accordance with state and federal regulations.
• Obtain receipts or signatures for delivered goods.
• Ensure paperwork is timely and accurate.
• Review bills of lading, customer orders, work orders, shipping orders, or dispatch notifications to determine assignment details and items to load or unload.
• Count and inventory items to verify loading and unloading against bills of lading.
• Check load-related documentation for completeness and accuracy.
• Pick up and inventory returnable empty containers from customer sites.
• Maintain bills of lading for DOT compliance and record retention.
• Placard loads properly according to DOT regulations.
• Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions, follow crew signals, and check that the vehicle and loading equipment are properly positioned.
• Chock trucks upon docking and secure cargo for transport using compression locks and eChannel.
• Report vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, and vehicle damage.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Flexible working environment that supports balancing life around work.
• Opportunity to guide and lead others while furthering your career.
• Opportunity to work with a diverse team on challenging work in chemical logistics and transportation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED