CDL Class A Chemical Tanker Driver

CDL Class A Chemical Tanker Driver


Company
Mai True Transport
Location
Houston, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
70K–86K a year
Posted
5 days ago
Via
Indeed

Job Description
Mai True Transport is a hazmat liquid bulk carrier seeking experienced CDL Class A drivers to transport chemical products for a dedicated tanker account. Drivers will deliver regulated liquid bulk products to customers throughout Texas and Louisiana.

This position includes a combination of local and regional deliveries. Many routes return home the same day, while some trips may require longer drives within Texas or into Louisiana.

We are currently hiring multiple drivers to join our Houston team.

Position Details
• Pay: $70,000 – $86,000 per year
• Schedule: Monday – Friday 90% of the time, some weekends required
• Routes: Local and regional deliveries
• Delivery Area: Texas and Louisiana
• Freight Type: Liquid bulk chemical products
• Loading Type: Top-load tanker
• Equipment: Hazmat air-off system
• Home Time: Home most nights

Responsibilities
• Safely transport liquid bulk chemical products
• Perform proper tanker loading and unloading procedures
• Deliver products to customers in Texas and Louisiana
• Follow all DOT and hazmat safety regulations
• Maintain accurate delivery paperwork and driver logs
• Handle chemical materials safely and responsibly

Requirements
• CDL Class A license
• Hazmat and Tanker endorsements (X endorsement)
• Minimum 3 years of verifiable chemical tanker experience
• TWIC card
• Valid DOT medical card
• Clean motor vehicle record
• Ability to work occasional weekends if needed

Benefits
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid orientation and training
• Safety equipment provided
• Safety and performance bonuses
• Flexible scheduling

Additional Information

Job Type: Full-time

Language: English required

Work Location: On the road

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $86,000.00 per year

Benefits:
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid training
• Vision insurance

Experience:
• Class A Tanker: 3 years (Required)

Language:
• English (Required)

License/Certification:
• TWIC Card (Required)
• CDL A (Required)
• X Endorsement (Required)
• DOT Medical Card (Preferred)

Location:
• Houston, TX 77017 (Preferred)

Shift availability:
• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road

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