Over the Road Owner Operator (Liquid Bulk)

Altom Transport, Inc. • Cincinnati, OH

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About The Position

Altom Transport is seeking professional Over the Road CDL A Owner Operator Tanker Drivers to transport liquid bulk chemical and petroleum materials across the country. The role involves extended time on the road, typically seven or more consecutive days. Home time can be planned based on operational needs and driver preferences. Drivers operate as independent business owners and partners, with flexibility to maximize earnings while meeting safety and service standards. Drivers are expected to maintain a steady workload by meeting mileage or hour requirements and to be available 24/7 when needed.

Drivers haul products using tank trailers and are responsible for maintaining their own truck to meet inspection standards. They follow appropriate loading and unloading procedures for ISO/Flexi-Bag or tanker operations, comply with DOT and Hazmat requirements, maintain accurate logs and paperwork, represent Altom professionally at customer locations, and manage fuel purchases, trip planning, and scheduling. Altom describes its operating approach as “mission first, safety always.”

Requirements

• Valid CDL Class A license.
• Tanker endorsement (N) required; the posting also states that drivers must hold a current X endorsement.
• At least one year of verifiable tanker driving experience; the strict vetting process specifies at least two years of verifiable tanker experience within the last five years.
• At least 23 years of age.
• Clean MVR and strong safety record.
• Ability to pass a DOT physical, drug screening, and background check.
• Dependable, safety-minded, and able to work independently.
• Willingness to work flexible schedules, including 24/7 operations if needed.
• Late-model equipment that meets Altom’s inspection standards.
• No DUI/OWI on record within the last five years.
• Must not be prohibited in the FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse.
• No at-fault or preventable fatal or rollover accidents in the last five years.
• No more than two moving violations in the last three years.
• No more than two CSA moving violations in the last 18 months.
• No falsification on the driver application.
• Complete minimum one-week in-person new-hire training.
• Comply with the Drug & Alcohol Policy and DOT Compliance program and General Awareness testing in accordance with 49 CFR 172-part H.

Nice To Haves

• Hazmat endorsement (H) preferred; must be obtained within 90 days of hire, with assistance available.
• TWIC card preferred; may be obtained after hire.

Responsibilities

• Safely haul chemical and petroleum products using tank trailers in accordance with DOT regulations.
• Ensure the truck meets Altom’s inspection standards and remains in good condition for long-haul operations.
• Follow proper loading and unloading procedures for ISO/Flexi-Bag or tanker operations.
• Maintain accurate logs, submit required paperwork, and comply with Hazmat regulations.
• Represent Altom Transport professionally at customer locations.
• Manage fuel purchases, trip planning, and scheduling to maximize revenue.
• Meet mileage or hour requirements to maintain a steady workload.
• Be available 24/7 when needed.
• Complete required training and participate in quarterly mandatory safety meetings.
• Report incidents and cooperate with incident and accident investigations.

Benefits

• Earn 68% of freight revenue plus 100% of fuel surcharge.
• Access to exclusive fuel discounts through the terminal fueling program.
• License plate program to simplify administrative tasks.
• National parts and service discounts, including access to in-house preventive maintenance and repair services.
• Insurance options for Bobtail, Physical Damage, Occupational Accident, Disability, and Health Indemnity.
• Flexible time off based on scheduling and operational needs.
• Weekly direct deposit.

What This Job Offers

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