CDL Tanker Driver

Milton, WI

Regular Full-Time

Requisition ID: 1679

Clasen Quality Chocolate (CQC) is a world-class manufacturer of chocolate and innovative coatings.  We have recently been awarded the Top Workplaces Award by the WI State Journal – No. 2 Large Employer and the Benefits Award. CQC has been growing double digits annually because of our flexibility, commitment, respect and integrity, and we are looking for quality individuals to join our team.  Working for a family-owned company provides you with the opportunity to wear many different “hats,” make a difference every day, and have fun doing it!  We are committed to being an Employer of Choice in Southern Wisconsin and offering our employees a variety of traditional and unconventional benefits.

We are currently accepting applications for a CDL Tanker Driver at our new, state-of-the-art truck storage facility in Milton, WI, conveniently located north of Janesville. This position is a regional driver consisting of over the road driving mixed with local single-day deliveries. Our drivers average 40-55 hours per week, have a varying schedule that can include weekend days and complete “hours resets” at home. Drivers will average 2-3 nights a week away from home. CQC has state-of-the-art equipment and low mileage, 2019 and newer tractors. Drivers have an assigned unit with 76 inch sleepers. On average, our drivers earn $95,000 per year, while working 55 hours per week. Starting pay $32.50/hr.

Job Summary

This position is responsible for delivering tanker loads from our plant locations to our customers with a high level of professionalism, ensuring personal and product safety and product quality.  This position also supports intercompany transfers and deliveries to CQC/Customers of dry products on as needed basis.

Benefits

  • Health, Dental, Vision Insurance (Low deductible and copays, LASIK reimbursement, Adults orthodontics)
  • Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
  • 401(k) Match – up to 5%
  • Paid Vacation, Personal and Volunteer days plus 11 holidays
  • Paid maternity/paternity leave
  • Wellness: Free fruit, insurance discounts, gym and run/walk/bike event reimbursement, free wellness checks
  • Scholarships – Employee, spouse, and children
  • College Savings Match – 529 plans
  • Summer Camp Reimbursement – children of employees
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Employee appreciation events
  • Free chocolate and coating!
  • Quarterly Bonuses + Annual Bonus Potential – 5%+

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Regional over-the-road CDL driver, spending 2-5 nights per week in the sleeper
  • Inspect equipment before and after trips and submits reports indicating equipment condition.
  • Read bill of lading to determine routing assignments.
  • High attention to detail of paperwork accuracy
  • Perform checks to secure all cargo in the trailer during transit.
  • Load, unload, or assist in loading and unloading of bulk tanker trailer.
  • Obtain customer’s signature for proof-of-delivery (POD).
  • Inventory and inspect product(s) to be transported.
  • Drive vehicles, applying knowledge of commercial driving regulations, to transport and deliver products.
  • Maneuver truck into loading or unloading position, following signals from material handlers as needed.
  • Perform the necessary checks to assure the vehicle conforms to state and federal regulations.
  • Maintain driver log according to Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations.
  • Monitor the equipment’s service schedule and overall condition of the assigned

Qualifications

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Must be at least 21 years old (DOT requirement)
  • Must have a valid Class A CDL with Tanker endorsement, a valid medical examiners card and an acceptable driving record.
  • Tanker certification can be obtained prior to start date.
  • Minimum of 3 years verifiable tractor/trailer driving experience
  • Manual transmission shifting experience
  • Pass a pre-employment driving test
  • Pass a pre-employment DOT drug screen and physical exam

 

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

  • Work with allergens, such as peanut, tree nuts, dairy, and soy.
  • Accuracy
  • Customer focused
  • Detail oriented
  • Honesty and integrity
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Relationship building
  • Reliable
  • Time management skills
  • Basic computer skills

Clasen Quality Chocolate is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability, protected veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.