Drive Your Own Future: Lease Operator CDL-A Chemical Tanker Drivers - Martinez, CA
| Estimated Pay info | Based on similar jobs in your market$29 per hour |
|---|---|
| Hours | Full-time |
| Location | Martinez, California |
About this job
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 cmhenry@rlqd.com
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