Job Description
Job DescriptionJob description
Economy Transportation and Logistics is searching for a safety-oriented Hazmat Class A Regional Driver to support our Hazmat / Chemical Transportation activities on a regional basis.
About Economy Transport and Logistics:
Founded in 2014, Economy Transportation and Logistics has quickly grown from an in-house carrier to a total logistics solution for oilfield and chemical support organizations. Our diverse portfolio of clients has established us as leaders in an industry that remains essential across various sectors, offering long-term stability and opportunities for growth.
Why Join Our Team?
Stability and Growth: Be part of an industry that remains essential across various sectors, offering long-term stability and opportunities for growth.
Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401k with company matching.
Career Development: Expand your skills and knowledge in a high-demand industry, with ample opportunities for professional advancement.
Local Presence, Global Leadership: Experience the unique opportunity to work for a locally rooted business that is a global leader in its field!
Collaborative Culture: Join a team that fosters innovation, safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. We prioritize a positive and supportive work environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Transportation & Logistics:
- Ensure smooth, on-time delivery processes.
- Secure transportation and delivery of various cargo types, focusing on hazardous materials.
Regulatory Compliance:
- Ensure compliance with all relevant federal, state, and local regulations (DOT, OSHA, industry-specific standards).
- Enforce best practices for handling and transporting specialty chemicals.
- Lead efforts within the operations to maintain DOT and safety compliance.
Equipment Managements:
- Oversee equipment operation, ensuring proper inspections before, during, and after trips.
- Ensure operators meet necessary qualifications and safety standards.
Qualifications and Requirements:
License/Endorsements:
- Class A CDL (Commercial Driver's License) with Hazmat & Tanker Endorsements.
- TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) Card.
Experience:
- 2 years of recent experience driving a tractor-trailer, chemical tanker, and or .
- Ability to operate a 10-speed manual transmission.
Age & Health Requirements:
- At least 23 years old.
- Must pass a DOT Physical.
Driving Record:
- No MVR (Motor Vehicle Record) violations in the past 3 years.
- No major accidents
- No DUI/DWI offenses
WORK SCHEDULE:
- 70 HOUR PER WEEK OR AS CLOSE TO THAT AS POSSIBLE WITH A 34 HOUR RESTART
- On call based on load availabilities
Location:
- Vehicles will be Day cabs. Candidates must live within 25-mile radius of Port Lavaca, TX and commute to our yard for pick-up of day cab in Port Lavaca, TX
By applying for this position, you understand and agree that this organization may conduct a background check and/or drug screening as part of the hiring process. You will be provided with a separate disclosure and authorization form for these checks. Failure to consent to these screenings may result in disqualification from further consideration for employment.