Position: Tanker Driver Primary Location: Chester, VA Reports to: Assistant Transportation Manager
$5,000 Sign-On Bonus Available**
Compensation: $30.50/hour
**Sign-On Bonus Details:A $5,000 sign-on bonus is available for this position. Payment is contingent upon successful completion of a one-month qualification period. Employees who voluntarily leave the company or are terminated for cause within one year of hire may be required to repay the bonus in accordance with the terms of a written agreement provided at the time of hire.
About The Position and About You
Drivers play a critical role in the safe and efficient transportation of bulk liquid commodities and hazardous materials. This position represents the company by promoting a strong culture of safety, delivering a positive customer experience, and building long-term customer relationships.
The Safe and The Proud!
Why Drivers Like This Role:
Strong Benefits Package (100% Employer Paid by Polytec):
Retirement:
What You Need to Be Successful
Responsibilities
· Maintain accurate Hours of Service (HOS) records in compliance with DOT regulations
· Perform thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections of all assigned equipment
· Comply with all company policies and procedures, as well as customer, federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
· Safely load, transport, and unload chemicals, including bulk liquid and hazardous materials
· Transfer and unload chemicals into customer tanks while ensuring safety, accuracy, and compliance.
· Accurately complete all required documentation, including bills of lading, certificates of analysis, shipping paperwork, and expense reports.
· Assist with accident, incident, and near-miss investigations as required.
· Maintain safety, quality, and ISO documentation in accordance with company standards
· Maintain the cleanliness of vehicles, equipment, and plant facilities.
· Clean and prepare tanker trailers during chemical changeovers in accordance with established guidelines.
· Represent the company in a professional, ethical manner aligned with the company’s mission, values, and safety culture.
· Coordinate truck and trailer maintenance as required.
· Fuel truck as required.
· Strictly follow all safety procedures and protocols.
· Support team members as needed.
· Other duties as assigned.
What Polytec Offers You
Polytec Inc's mission is to provide effective water treatment programs to customers through quality service, products, and technology. Our chemical programs provide our industrial and municipal customers with innovative, custom-designed solutions that help them meet their pretreatment and direct-discharge permit requirements. Polytec maintains a large chemical and transportation network that provides each customer with quick and reliable service.
Embracing Diversity, Maximizing Results
At Polytec, we are committed to cultivating a work environment that embraces and values the unique qualities, skills, and experiences of every employee. We believe in harnessing the richness of diverse talents, ideas, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to drive our business forward, and see our diversity as one of our greatest strengths.
Together, we strive to build a workplace that recognizes and celebrates the diverse voices within our organization. Additionally, we understand the importance of work-life balance and the well-being of our employees and their families. That is why we proudly offer a range of family-friendly benefits and opportunities for career growth and advancement.
We are committed to supporting our employees at every stage of their lives and ensuring they can thrive both professionally and personally. Join us and be a part of a company that values diversity, inclusion, and the well-being of its employees.
Chemtrade is a publicly traded (TSX: CHE.UN) Chemical Manufacturing and Handling Company. With Headquarters in Toronto, Canada, and operations across North America and Brazil, and over 1.6B in Sales, Chemtrade operates a diversified business providing Industrial Chemicals and services to our customers in the Oil and Gas, Water Treatment, Pulp & Paper, and Food & Beverage industries.
WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?
Impact, Growth, and Diversity
By joining our team, you will have the chance to be part of a vibrant and growing company. As a company that has grown and continues to grow by acquisition, we offer an exciting work atmosphere and opportunities to make a real impact. Our vision to be a Great Chemical Company is supported through our EPIC values (Excellence in Operations, People First, Integrity and Customers) and our commitment to the Health and Safety of our employees, and the communities we work in through Responsible Care®.
Our friendly work environment fosters positive interaction between employees within and throughout our 60+ locations. We treat our employees with fairness and equity, value diversity, and recognize the benefits of an inclusive work environment. Safety is at the core of our culture and something that we never compromise on.
At Chemtrade, we take pride in rewarding our employees for their commitment, performance and hard work by offering a variety of programs and services. We offer a comprehensive and very competitive health and wellness program, including medical, dental, paid vacation and a fitness activity subsidy. Our unique culture enables employees to thrive in a supportive and engaging workplace. We offer exciting programs like Employee Recognition and Rewards (CHEers!), and Chemtrade University.
