Class A CDL Driver, Hazmat

CDL Driver - Class A

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Wilkes Barre, PA

Overview

Salary Range $29.00 - $30.00 Hourly Position Type Full-Time

Description

$2,500 sign-on bonus! Potential for up to $2,000 annually in Safety Bonuses!

Work in a resilient industry and growing company! We are hiring additional drivers to service our growing customers.

Maine Oxy is hiring a full-time CDL-A HazMat driver based out of Wilkes Barre, PA. This role offers a regional schedule, dedicated weekly routes, and is ideal for drivers looking for stability without long-haul uncertainty.

What You'll Get

• Consistent Schedule: Monday–Friday
• Home Time: Home weekends, with 2–3 overnights per month
• Predictable Routes: Stay within the same territory all week (no constant dispatch changes)
• Competitive Pay: $29–$30/hour + overtime opportunities
• Safety Bonus: Up to $2,000 annually for safe driving performance

Benefits Package

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Company-paid Short-Term Disability
• Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability options
• 401(k) with 50% match up to 6%
• Annual boot and pants reimbursement
• PTO accrual starting at 3 weeks first year

Route & Schedule Overview

• Route Type: Dedicated zone (one per week)
• Schedule: Depart Monday morning, return Friday
• Overnights: 2–3 overnights per month
• Workload: Consistent weekly structure with opportunity for additional overtime during peak season (January–June)

This is a great fit for drivers who value routine, consistency, and weekends at home, without the unpredictability of long-haul OTR.

What You'll Do

• Safely deliver helium cylinders to established customers
• Load/unload cylinders and return empties to the fill plant
• Perform daily vehicle safety inspections
• Complete delivery paperwork and maintain DOT compliance
• Build relationships with repeat customers and help manage their inventory needs

This is an active, hands-on role which is ideal for drivers who prefer staying engaged throughout the day rather than sitting behind the wheel for long stretches.

What Makes This Job Different

• Stable, year-round work (specialized HazMat freight)
• Consistent customers and routes (not a high-turnover delivery environment)
• Structured territory system (you're not bouncing between unfamiliar routes)
• Customer-focused role with less dispatch micromanagement

Qualifications

What You'll Need

• Valid Class A CDL with HazMat endorsement
• Minimum 1 year of driving experience (or recent driving school within 4 years)
• Clean driving record (no accidents/violations in past 3 years)
• Ability to lift 25–75 lbs regularly; occasionally 75+ lbs
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
• Ability to safely detect potential gas leaks (smell/hearing)
• Strong communication and customer service skills

Who This Role Is Ideal For

• Drivers who want predictable routes and consistent schedules
• Those looking for steady, year-round work in a specialized field
• Drivers who prefer an active, hands-on role vs. drop-and-hook
• Individuals who value being home every weekend

Apply Today

Join a company that values safety, consistency, and long-term driver success. Maine Oxy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.