Job Description

Regional CDL-A Hazmat Tanker Driver - Propane/Butane (Chicago,Il)

Dave Hausbeck Trucking (DHT Group) is actively hiring experienced CDL-A Hazmat Tanker Drivers for our growing Propane Division serving the Chicago, IL region.

For more than 40 years, DHT has built a reputation for safety, reliability, and investing in professional drivers. If you're looking for strong earnings, modern equipment, excellent benefits, and year-round opportunity, we want to hear from you.

Pay & Benefits

Average Gross Weekly Earnings: $1,300 - $2,500 Actual earnings scale based on a combination of mileage pay, loading/unloading pay, night out stipends, and seasonal demand.

• Mileage Pay: $0.70 - $0.75 CPM (based on experience)
• Paid Loading & Unloading Compensation paid on per-gallon basis for all terminal and customer pumping time
• Night-Out Stipend
• Detention Pay (hourly if delayed in a facility)
• Weekly Direct Deposit
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Safety Bonus Opportunities
• Stable, Year-Round Work

What You'll Do

• Safely transport propane and butane (UN1075) throughout Illinois and surrounding areas.
• Load product from terminals including:
  • Morris, IL
  • Lemont, IL
  • Channahon, IL

Deliver to multiple customer locations while maintaining the highest safety standards.

• Load and unload tanker trailers using hoses and pumping equipment.
• Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Accurately maintain in-cab electronic logs (ELD) and accurately log hours of service.
• Follow all DOT, FMCSA, and company safety requirements.
• Communicate professionally with customers and dispatch.
• Properly manage tanker equipment, valves, hoses, and strict placarding requirements.

Schedule

• Regional/OTR operation dispatched from the Chicago, Illinois area.
• Typical schedule: 5 days out, 2 days home
• One weekend day availability required.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL
• Hazmat (H) Endorsement Required (prior to hire)
• Tanker (T) Endorsement Required (prior to hire)
• Minimum 2 years of verifiable CDL-A driving experience
• Acceptable driving record with zero major recent safety violations or preventable accidents
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including sub-freezing temperatures
• Ability to safely handle hoses and tanker equipment and wear required PPE, including cold-insulating gear and face shields

Why DHT?

At DHT, we believe professional drivers deserve professional treatment. We provide the support, equipment, and compensation needed to help our drivers succeed while maintaining a strong commitment to safety and customer service.

Military veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

Apply today at dht-inc.com/employment