Lease Operator: CDL-A Chemical Tanker Drivers - Own Your Truck, Grow Your Career

Job Description

Job Description

Lease Operators: CDL-A Chemical Tanker Drivers

Martinez, California | Local and Regional Routes

Reliable Liquid Transport, Inc. is seeking safety-focused, professional owner-operators to transport bulk liquid chemicals from our Martinez, CA terminal. This position involves loading, transporting, and unloading hazardous and non-hazardous liquid products for industrial customers throughout the region.

Chemical tanker experience is preferred, but qualified drivers with related experience may be considered.

Reliable Liquid Transport’s Advantages

• Weekly settlements
• Local /  regional work
• Well-maintained tank trailers
• Free preventative maintenance inspections at our locations  
• Free tractor parking at our locations
• GPS and electronic logging system provided
• FRC provided
• Experienced, supportive dispatch team

Actual settlements vary based on miles, routes, work availability, and other operating factors. Gross settlements are before the owner-operator’s business expenses.

Contractor

·         We only contract with corporations (LLC, S-corp, C-corp)

·         Driver must be W-2 employee of contractor’s corporation

·         Will operate under our MC authority

·         Provide qualified driver(s) and tractor(s)

Driver Responsibilities

• Safely load, transport, and unload bulk liquid chemical products
• Operate hoses, valves, fittings, pumps, compressors, and related tanker equipment
• Verify product information, quantities, shipping documents, placards, and delivery instructions before transport
• Inspect hoses, connections, valves, manways, and other equipment before loading, unloading, and departure
• Perform required pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the tractor and trailer to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with DOT standards
• Follow all DOT and hazardous-materials regulations, as well as customer, site specific, and company safety requirements
• Properly use required personal protective equipment, including respiratory protection when applicable
• Prevent spills, product contamination, and accidental releases by following established procedures
• Immediately report spills, equipment defects, safety concerns, accidents, and delivery discrepancies
• Maintain accurate electronic logs and comply with hours-of-service requirements
• Complete and electronically submit bills of lading, delivery receipts, inspection reports, and other load documents daily
• Use a smartphone application for dispatch communication, documentation, and load updates
• Communicate professionally with dispatchers, customers, terminal personnel, and other drivers
• Maintain a safe, courteous, and professional manner whenever representing Reliable Liquid Transport, Inc. and their customers

Driver Qualifications

• Must be living and working legally in the United States
• Valid Class A CDL with Hazmat and Tanker endorsements
• At least three years of commercial driving experience, preferably with tanker equipment
  Applicants with less than three years may be considered based on their overall experience
• Current TWIC card
• Current DOT medical certificate
• Satisfactory motor vehicle record and CSA history, acceptable to our insurance company
• Be able to pass security checks
• Drug & alcohol – must be able to pass pre-employment tests (including DOT and customer consortium) and have clean Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse record
• Have the ability to safely handle hoses, climb ladders, access the top of tanker equipment when permitted, and perform other physical duties associated with loading and unloading
• Have the ability to wear all required PPE and pass respirator fit testing, including meeting applicable facial-hair requirements
• Have the ability to communicate (read, write and speak) in English, and understand shipping documents, safety instructions, placards, and customer procedures
• Have a smartphone capable of running the required driver application
• Have a strong commitment to safety, reliability, and professional customer service

Tractor Requirements

• CARB compliant
• Three-axle tractor
• Tare weight under 17,400 pounds; tractors weighing up to 18,000 pounds may be considered
• Maximum height of 11 feet
• Wheelbase Minimum-210 inches - Maximum 265 inches
• Adjustable fifth wheel
• Equipped with a functioning PTO and air compressor
• Mechanically sound and capable of passing all required inspections
• IRP and IFTA recommended

How to Apply

1.      Complete application online

or

2.      Download McLeod Anywhere from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store and enter:

SCAC: RLQD

For questions or additional information, contact Chris Henry at View email address on ziprecruiter.com

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