Truck Driver (OTR)

Flowchem • Minot, ND

7d

About The Position

Flowchem is seeking an over-the-road truck driver for its Prairie View, Texas site. The driver may live in a location commutable to the Minot, North Dakota site for truck pickup and loading. Alternatively, the truck may be parked at the driver’s home at the end of each week if the driver can provide a safe parking location. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with hours as needed to complete the work in compliance with federal driving regulations; occasional weekend work may be required.

The role delivers chemicals to customers, plants, and warehouse locations and operates diesel, multi-geared bobtail trucks, pup trailers, and/or tractor-trailer combinations across varied road and terrain conditions. It includes loading trailers, scheduling daily runs, maintaining vehicles and equipment, following applicable safety and transportation requirements, keeping delivery maps and driver logs current, and communicating field problems or hazards to the fleet office and supervisor. Other assigned duties within the generally encouraged scope of the position may also be performed.

Flowchem describes this as a salaried position and advertises a total compensation package that may include per diem and monthly and yearly bonuses. The company offers opportunities for internal growth and recognition for demonstrated success and adherence to company values.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Current Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) issued by the state of residence, with tanker endorsement and a medical card.
• Three years of commercial driving experience within the past five years, aligned with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations and DOT regulations.
• Acceptable motor vehicle record for the past five years.
• DOT-compliant tanker endorsement and a minimum of one year of experience.
• Ability to lift and carry at least 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand and kneel for a duration of time; the position may also require pulling heavy hoses, strapping stock, and getting on top of the transport.

Nice To Haves

• Experience operating forklifts, drum dollies, trailer hoists, chemical pumps, hoses, meters, printers, and gauges.
• Experience handling products in various types of packages, including bulk and drums.
• Customer relations experience.
• Experience performing warehouse duties, including preventive maintenance, chemical inventory and ordering, receiving shipments, coordinating safe and efficient chemical storage, operating customized chemical manufacturing equipment, and maintaining warehouse grounds.
• Awareness of chemical safety and appropriate measures to take in the event of skin contact or a spill.

Responsibilities

• Deliver chemicals to customers, plants, and warehouse locations while safely operating the assigned truck and trailer combination over varied roads and terrain.
• Load trailers and schedule daily runs to meet customer delivery requirements.
• Perform daily and periodic mechanical and safety inspections, and maintain trucks and equipment in safe, operable condition.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date delivery location maps.
• Comply with DOT requirements for transporting hazardous materials and applicable homeland security requirements and guidelines.
• Maintain hours-of-service records and logbook reporting.
• Communicate regularly with the fleet office and supervisor about field problems and safety hazards.
• Wear appropriate safety gear during delivery operations and follow applicable safety procedures and practices.
• Participate in appropriate safety training, stay current on safety techniques, and seek opportunities to improve driving and safety skills.
• Recognize and avoid workplace safety hazards.
• Perform other duties assigned by management within the generally encouraged scope of the position.

Benefits

• Competitive total compensation plans, including per diem and monthly and yearly bonuses.
• Salaried pay, including compensation for waiting time.
• Double time paid on holidays.
• Clothing and steel-toe boots provided.
• 401(k) plan with an employer match and no vesting requirement.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance packages.
• Four weeks of vacation.
• Opportunities for internal growth and recognition for demonstrated success and adherence to company values.

What This Job Offers

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