Regional CDL Driver

Regional Class A CDL Driver with Tanker and Hazmat Endorsements

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!

We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

OTR 3 nights a week - Home 4 nights a week.

Average Weekly Milage: 1500-2000 miles

Zeco, a member company of the Vincit Group, is seeking an Regional CDL Driver. The Vincit Group is a single source provider with a network of eight member companies that deliver maximum efficiency through the vertical integration of chemical services, contract sanitation management, as well as automation and engineering solutions. The Vincit Group Services provides IT, finance, marketing and human resources support to the member companies. We currently have over 8,000 associates among all member companies in the organization.

Zeco has a complete research and development team that provides specialty chemical manufacturing for sanitation, intervention, water, wastewater, and process systems. Our clients include some of the most prestigious and well known food brands in the world, and we protect their brand names by ensuring that their products are free from bacteria that could contaminate the nation's food supply. Privately held and headquartered in Chattanooga, Tennessee with distribution centers strategically located throughout the nation, we are a national leader in Chemical Innovation.

JOB SUMMARY

Regional CDL Driver with Tanker & HAZMAT endorsements to deliver dry van freight. The driver is responsible for the safe and timely delivery of the company's chemical products to customers and distribution centers located in key areas to support our customer base on a Regional level. Trips will be a combination of short and long distances, the driver must comply with Department of Transportation rules and regulations while maintaining a safe work environment, and adhering to Company policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Pick up and/or deliver the load on time in a safe and efficient manner.
• Apply knowledge of commercial driving and skills in maneuvering vehicle at varying speeds in difficult situations, such as heavy traffic, inclement weather or in tight loading dock areas.
• Operate equipment, such as truck cab computers/tablet, CB radios, and telephones, to maintain contact with Distribution Manager to exchange necessary information, receive instructions, be dispatched to new location, report vehicle defects, accidents, or traffic violations.
• Check vehicles to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order.
• Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions, following signals from loading crew and checking that vehicle and loading equipment are properly positioned.
• Load or unload, or assists in loading and/or unloading truck ranging from 50-100 pounds, utilizing pallet jack or other equipment, and operate/maintain portable pumping units.
• Follow all safety regulations, MSDS, and PPE requirements when working around chemicals.
• Secure cargo for transport, using ropes, blocks, chain, binders, or covers.
• Maintains various required driver logs, time and trip reports, vehicle inspection reports, and expense reports, following applicable state and federal regulations.
• Collect delivery instructions from Distribution Manager, verifying instructions and routes. Ensure the accuracy of all shipping document is correct and provides enough information to provide for an on time and safe pick up or delivery.
• Need to make sure of weight and proper D.O.T classification on the paperwork to insure load is legal for transport.
• Report vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damage to the vehicles.
• Drive trucks to weigh stations before and after loading and along routes to document weights and to comply with state regulations.
• Drive trucks with capacities greater than 3 tons, including tractor-trailer combinations, to transport and deliver chemical products, and other materials.
• Obtain receipts or signatures for delivered goods and collect payment for services if required.
• Inventory and inspect goods to be moved to determine quantities and conditions.
• Obey traffic laws and follow established traffic and transportation procedures.
• Services truck with oil, fuel, and radiator fluid to maintain tractor-trailer.
• Completes special projects upon requests, and other duties may be assigned.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Required: Must have Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL) with Tanker and Hazmat endorsements from the state of residence. Must have TWIC Card or willing to obtain. Must be able to pass all Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements, including physical and drug screen. Must be at least 25 years of age.

Preferred: Strong leadership skills, independent thinking capability, strong organizational and planning skills, and excellent analytical and problem solving skills. Ability to handle changing priorities and use good judgment in stressful situations.

EDUCATION

Required: High School Diploma or equivalent; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

EXPERIENCE

Required: Proven safety record and stable work history

Pay: $65,000 - $75,000 base salary

Company Driver Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• 401(k) with company contributions
• Employer-Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• 7 paid holidays & an additional floating holiday
• Paid vacation time and sick time
• Company issued tablet
• Monthly cell phone reimbursement
• Company issued fuel card/Amex
• Per diem for overnight and day-runs
• Invertor provided in truck

Location: 2500 Channel Ave, Memphis, TN 38113

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!