Job Description

Location:Hammond, IN
Department:Safety & Driver Development
Workplace:On-Site / Field-Based

About Altom Transport

Altom Transport is a family-owned carrier built on trust, safety, and service. With operations across 49 states and Canada, we specialize in the safe transportation of bulk liquid chemicals and petroleum products.

Safety is at the core of everything we do—and that starts with how we train our drivers.

Key Responsibilities

• Train and mentor new CDL drivers onsafe tanker operations(chemical & petroleum)
• Conductride-alongsand on-the-road evaluations
• Instruct properloading/unloading procedures, including pumps, hoses, and valves
• Reinforcehazmat handling, spill response, and PPE protocols
• Ensure compliance withDOT, FMCSA, EPA, and customer-specific requirements
• Evaluate driver readiness and provideclear pass/fail recommendations
• Coach drivers ondefensive driving, situational awareness, and risk mitigation
• Assistwithrefresher trainingand remediation for current drivers when needed
• Maintainaccuratetraining documentation and evaluations
• Communicate closely withSafety and Operations teams

Schedule & Flexibility

• Part-time, flexible schedule based on training needs

• Mix of local and regional travel for ride-alongs

• Ideal for experienced drivers looking to step into a mentorship role

Qualifications & Experience

• Valid Class A CDL withX Endorsement (Hazmat & Tanker)

• 5+ years of chemical or liquid tanker experience(preferred for trainer role)

• Strongsafety record and clean MVR

• Priordriver training or mentorship experience strongly preferred

• Deep understanding of:

• • Bulk liquid surge and handling

• • Chemical compatibility & safety procedures

• • Loading/unloading at plants and terminals

• • Strong communicationand coaching ability (thisisnot just driving—it’steaching)

• • Ability to evaluate drivers objectively and enforce standards

WhatWe’reLooking For

• Aleader in safety, not just compliance

• Someone drivers respect and learn from

• Calm, patient, and detail-oriented under pressure

• Takes pride in developing the next generation of professional tanker drivers

Compensation

• Competitive hourly or daily training rate (based on experience)

• Paid training time and travel (as applicable)

• Company-provided PPE