Truck Driver

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Truck Driver

Classification: Hourly, Non-Exempt, Full Time

Location: Kearny, NJ

Direct Supervisor: Dispatcher

Job Summary:

The Truck Driver position involves the operation of specialized equipment to ensure the safe and efficient delivery of products to customers or the transfer of materials between terminals and manufacturing sites for production. The Driver is responsible for the secure handling and transportation of various commodities, including Sodium Hydroxide (Caustic Soda Solution), Sodium Hypochlorite Solution (Bleach), Chlorine (in bulk and ton containers), wastewater, Salt, and other freight, with strict adherence to safety and load securement protocols.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Essential Responsibilities:

• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections on tractor and trailer, including completing Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIR) and logging them properly in the electronic logging device (ELD).
• Ensure compliance with all Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and customer requirements, including placarding, cargo securement, and proper documentation.
• Safely load, transport, and unload bulk chemicals such as Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Hypochlorite, Chlorine, and Salt, adhering to Company and industry safety protocols.
• Verify accuracy of bills of lading, including special instructions and product specifications.
• Report unsafe or abnormal conditions at customer sites and ensure professionalism in all customer interactions.
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times per Company policy.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL-A) with Tanker and Hazardous Materials endorsements.
• Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC) and valid medical card.
• Minimum of 2 years of tractor-trailer driving experience, preferably with tanker and hazardous materials.
• Clean driving record commensurate with hazardous materials transportation standards.
• Ability to pass a 10-panel controlled substance test and random testing thereafter.
• Background check meeting TSA TWIC criteria.
• Familiarity with electronic logging devices (ELD) and DOT regulations.

Education and Experience:

• Must hold required commercial driver's license appropriate for weight of the vehicle to be operated.
• 2-5 + years of tractor-trailer driving experience, preferably with tanker/hazmat background.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be capable of standing, walking, or sitting for extended periods of time.
• Must be capable of lifting 40 lbs. from the floor to waist height.
• Must be able to carry 40 lbs. for short distances.
• Must be able to work in inclement weather for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to perform proper and safe climbing and descending of ladders, steps, etc.

This position description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with this position. While this position description is intended to reflect the position's activities and requirements accurately, management reserves the right to modify, and or remove duties as necessary. This is a Safety Sensitive Position within the organization.

Kuehne is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/Disabled/Veteran)