Truck Driver

Tessenderlo Group•Atmore, AL

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Tiger-Sul, a division of Tessenderlo Kerley, is seeking a Truck Driver for their Atmore AL Transportation Department. The Truck Driver is responsible for the safe and efficient movement of sulfur bentonite fertilizers from plant facilities to customer locations via truck. This role ensures compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory standards while maintaining operational continuity and product integrity. The position also involves providing customer service and maintaining a professional image.

Requirements

Knowledge of DOT regulations (CFR 49)
Minimum 2 years of experience in bulk tanker transit
High School diploma or equivalent
Strong communication skills
Ability to pull heavy hoses
Ability to climb ladders and lift 50 pounds
Current CDL with hazardous material, tanker, double-triple endorsement
Class A CDL with Hazmat/Tanker endorsement
2 years driving experience
Physically fit and able to possess and maintain a medical certificate
Must meet all company, state and federal medical standards
Ability to maintain accurate reports, schedules and documentation

Nice To Haves

Clean-Shaven required: in the event of respirator use at all pickup and delivering locations

Responsibilities

Operate various types of delivery trucks and trailers setting safety first.
Operate other kinds of equipment as required.
Provide a customer-focused experience to our customers when delivering.
Be alert to customer needs and problems and try to resolve them.
Advise supervisor of all customer service activities.
Maintain high standards of courtesy and respect for all customers and fellow employees.
Develop a professional relationship with customers.
Maintain high company image standards for self and vehicle.
Ensure personal appearance is neat and well-groomed, and uniforms are clean.
Ensure trucks are kept clean and neat both inside and outside.
Arrange for routine truck maintenance and repair with supervisor in accordance with service intervals specified in the operations manual.
Perform minor maintenance functions as required.
Prepare cargo documents, and other paperwork completely, accurately, and legibly to assure product quality.
Have proper PPE and equipment readily available for shipment.
Safely make deliveries in a timely manner.
Perform per trip and post trip equipment inspections.
Ensure all safety equipment is used as needed.
Follow all company policies, procedures and requirements.
Maintain a safe work environment.
Submit all paperwork and documentation to office in a timely manner.

Benefits

Medical-Dental-Vision-Prescription (Low employee premiums!)
401(k) plan with dollar-for-dollar matching up to the first 5% of employee contribution
401(k) company retirement contribution at year-end, equal to 4% of annual base salary
Short-term incentive awards based on measured performance criteria
Life Insurance (2x annual base salary)
Paid vacation and sick time, and 10 paid holidays per year
Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,000 per calendar year (non-taxable)
Adoption Assistance: Up to $7,500 in reimbursement assistance
Paid maternity and parental time off
Business Travel Life & Accident Insurance
Flexible Spending Account
Telemedicine program for you and your dependents
Long-Term Disability insurance
Company referral program