What are the responsibilities and job description for the Driver, CDL A Hazmat - Trucking position at Savage?
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Savage is a global provider of supply chain infrastructure and logistics solutions with more than 200 locations across the United States, Canada, Mexico and Saudi Arabia. Since we were founded in 1946, we’ve grown from a small family business to an international company with more than 4,000 team members. We’re proud to be recognized as a Military Friendly Employer and a Top Company for Women to Work in Transportation. Savage is a place where your growth is supported and your impact matters. Join us and do things you never dreamed possible.
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This position is based in Auburn, ME.
Qualified candidates must be willing to relocate.
These are just a few of the benefits you can expect from working with Savage:
- $5000 Sign-On Bonus
- Relocation Assistance Available
- Paying $32.00 local and $36.00 OTR USD per hour. Starting rate may be higher based on experience.
- Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, life & 401(k) matching
- Up-to-date Kenworth & Peterbilt Equipment (No Slip Seating)
- Uniform and laundry service
- $200/year steel toe boot allowance
- All PPE will be provided
- Extensive training provided.
- A culture that appreciates Team Members and values time with family.
Are you tired of driving long hauls and being away from home for extended periods of time? We have the perfect opportunity for you here at Savage!
What you'll be doing:
- Safely and efficiently transport products to and from locations year-round – This is a OTR position.
- Partner with dispatch in safely transporting both hazmat and non-hazmat liquid and dry freight materials.
- Assist the operation with other tasks deemed necessary to meet customer expectations
- Report maintenance issues to Dispatch
- Driving between 10 to 12 hours per day with flexible start and end times.
- Take an active role in our safety program including attendance at all safety meetings and ensuring safe behaviors of self and others
Here is what we need from you:
- 2 years of driving experience utilizing Hazmat & Tanker Endorsement required
- Valid CDL-A license
- Qualify for a Passport and TWIC card (financial assistance available)
- Work Monday thru Friday with occasional Saturday or Sunday as needed.
- Safety consciousness and understanding of safe work practices for operating in different environments
- Read, write, speak and understand English
- Successfully pass Savage's road test, which will include a proper pre- and post-trip inspection of the vehicle
- Stable work history, please include a 10-year work history on the application.
Here are some of the physical requirements of this role:
- Climb into and out of the cab multiple times per shift
- Lift roughly 50 pounds while connecting hoses to trailers
- Drive and work in adverse weather conditions
- Wear a chemical suit and other PPE while unloading hazardous materials in all types of weather
- Mechanically inclined, working with liquids and air pressures.
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Additional Information:
- A complete job description is available upon request
- Savage is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace
- California Residents Job Application Privacy Notice
- You may view available jobs at www.savageco.com/careers and apply using the online job posting.
- Eligible full-time team members may participate in the company benefit package, which currently includes medical, dental, and vision plans; company-paid life, AD&D and disability insurance; supplemental life and disability options; health savings and flex spending accounts; profit sharing; and a 401(k) plan with match.
- Part-time team members are eligible to participate in the 401(k) plan with match, profit sharing, and may be eligible to participate in the medical plan depending on hours worked.
- Our benefit packages may change from time to time.