Hazmat DOT Delivery Driver

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

For nearly 50 years, Associated Couriers has been answering the call to create a healthier world. From life sciences to healthcare logistics, our global team is committed to delivering the most time-critical diagnostics and therapies worldwide.

We lead our industry with unparalleled expertise, continuously advancing effective processes, protocols, and procedures while prioritizing our patients’ well-being.

Associated Couriers prides itself on providing unmatched logistics excellence that enables our customers to deliver lifesaving diagnostics and therapies to their patients anywhere in the world.

We are looking to add a new addition to our team as a Full-Time Hazmat DOT Delivery Driver in Elk Grove Village, IL!

A Hazmat DOT Delivery Driver ensures that time sensitive products are delivered on time and in the proper condition. This person will be responsible for loads products onto vans before delivering orders to customers on predetermined routes.

Except in the case of extenuating circumstances, drivers will always adhere exactly to the route and deliver each order on time and with a high level of professionalism.

Responsibilities :

• Comply with ICC and FMSCA regulations daily
• Transport freight from distribution to delivery site without error
• Maintaining a detailed log of working hours in compliance with state and federal regulations
• Completes Hazardous Material shipping orders papers in accordance with DOT / TC Regulations
• Perform inspections of your vehicle prior to and following each trip
• Load and unload freight to and from vehicle using safety perimeters that are put into place
• Securing cargo and properly arranging and balancing it within the vehicle
• Follow delivery schedule and rest at appropriate times
• Maintain detailed driving and delivery logs
• Track and report working hours
• Responsible for counting and recording quantities and styles of product delivered and picked up to ensure accurate paperwork for customer transactions
• Obey all applicable traffic laws and drive according to the weather / road conditions
• Provide a high standard of Customer Service while delivering goods to customers
• Other responsibilities as assigned by management

Schedule : Monday -Tuesday 7am to 3pm, Wednesday -Thursday 9am to 5pm, and Sunday 8am to 4pm.

Hours may vary and are subject to change based on business requirements and specific route needs.

Due to the nature of our business and routes, we prefer candidates with open availability and flexibility to work nights and weekends as needed.

Further details will be provided during the interview

Pay : $20-$23 per hour

Requirements : Skills Required :

Skills Required :

• Willingness to adhere to assigned routes, schedules, safety procedures, and transportation laws
• Strong time management and customer service skills
• Keen attention to detail skills
• Strong commitment to safety
• Excellent navigational skills
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Use handheld device for routing information, customer delivery information

Travel & Work Conditions :

• Ability to lift up to 105 lbs
• Exposure weather conditions with possible exposure to extreme hot and cold weather elements when outside or driving
• Ability to walk, drive, lift, and carry heavy items for extended periods
• Travel up to 20% if needed

Education and Experience :

• High school diploma or equivalent
• A current DOT medical card
• Has CDL with Hazmat endorsement with no more than 2 moving violations or at-fault accidents in the last 3 years
• Ability to pass a DOT drug test to meet FMSCA requirements preferred
• 1 year of delivery experience is preferred, but not required

Work Authorization :

• Must be authorized to work in the United States without any type of work authorization or work sponsorship now or in the future
What we offer :
• Weekly pay
• Weekly pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance are available to employee on the first of the following month after hire
• 401(k) with match
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company paid and optional Life Insurance
• Optional Hospital, Critical Illness, and Accident Indemnity Insurance
• Paid Time Off & Sick Pay
• Advancement opportunities in a fast-growing organization

Associated Couriers is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Our organization is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.