What are the responsibilities and job description for the Over the Road Driver position at Jacam Catalyst?
Position Summary:
OTR Drivers for Jacam Catalyst, LLC will drive a dedicated route, transporting Hazmat chemicals to company locations regionally and across the United States. Safely and responsibly maintain all equipment required to perform job functions.
Essential Functions:
- Must adhere to the US Department of Transportation regulations regarding the safe operation of the company vehicle.
- Transport and deliver freight over the road over long distances in a safe, efficient, timely and legal manner.
- Hook and unhook trailers; secure freight; install and remove tire chains as required by weather, tarp and un-tarp freight if operating flatbeds.
- Load and unload trailers and perform lifting, pulling, pushing and carrying freight.
- Must ensure the vehicle is properly labeled with safety placards to ensure DOT compliance.
- Complete all necessary paperwork and maintain records required under state and federal laws and regulations.
- Ensure that all operations are in compliance with state and federal laws and regulations.
- Perform routine inspection and preventative maintenance on assigned equipment and refer defects/repairs to company personnel.
- Represent the company and the trucking industry in a professional manner.
- Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections of company vehicle and equipment.
Qualifications:
- High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)
- Minimum of 2 years’ previous oilfield experience hauling hazardous chemicals - helpful but not required
- Must possess a Class A CDL with Hazmat, Tanker and Airbrake endorsements
- Possess a current Medical Examiner’s Certification
- Forklift certification required - helpful but not required
- Required ability to read maps and follow driving directions
Skills & Abilities:
- Computer Skills: Have basic computer skills. Efficiently navigate a web browser, follow online instructions, type and use a mouse.
- Customer Service Skills: Meet internal and external commitments, respond promptly to customer needs, and solicit customer feedback to improve service.
- Work Ethic: Be dependable, trustworthy, truthful, and credible in the workplace. Display a sincere desire to provide service or assistance, follow instructions, and take responsibility for own actions. Show a commitment to doing the best job possible.
- Physical Abilities: Lift and carry 100 pounds in various packaging. Tip and move 55 gallon drums, weighing up to 600 pounds, with the use of a drum dolly.
Work Environment:
Driving an enclosed truck on a daily basis. Working outdoors while loading and unloading goods. Employee could be faced with working in temperature extremes. Drivers are often exposed to contaminants, such as diesel fuel, exhaust or hazardous chemicals. Employee must be able to lift and carry 100 pounds, manual dexterity and mechanical aptitude helpful. Use of safety equipment to include, but not limited to: hardhat, safety glasses, hearing protection, work boots, gloves, and H2S Monitor as required or needed.
- Comply with all Federal, State, and Local laws
- Have the ability to read, write and speak in English fluently
- Adhere to guidelines, policies, and procedures as described in the Jacam handbook
- Adhere to Jacam’s Drug and Alcohol policy and agree to submit to random drug testing as a condition of
***This company reserves the right to modify, interpret, or apply this job description in any way the company desires. This job description in no way implies that these are the only duties, including essential duties, to be performed by the employee occupying this position. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS NOT AN EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT, IMPLIED OR OTHERWISE. THE COMPANY REMAINS AN “AT-WILL” EMPLOYER. Qualified employees who require reasonable accommodations to perform the essential functions of the position should notify the Human Resources Director. ***
Education
Preferred- High School or better
Licenses & Certifications
Required- Hazmat Endorsement
- Driver's License
Motivations
Required- Work-Life Balance: Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work
