Job Description

HOURLY RATE: $22.62 + .053 PER MILE

Join our Transportation team as a Truck Driver, and you will be part of a team that is committed to safety every day. 

At Tessenderlo Kerley Inc. (TKI), our transportation team is a vital artery of our success. Our safety focused team thrives in offering innovative solutions, and high quality reliable transportation services in a demanding growing business culture.  

Currently we are looking to hire a CDL Driver out of Pocatello, Idaho.  If you are an experienced bulk tanker transit driver, hazmat certified and have a clean driving record, we want to speak with you! 

Please read further for more details. 

ROLE DESCRIPTION:

Responsible for safe delivering of assigned loads. While providing customer service, maintaining a professional image, and sales representation as part of the company team.

POCATELLO, IDAHO ROUTE INFORMATION:

• Clean-Shaven required in the event of respirator use at all pickup and delivering locations.
• Main Route consists of Michaud/Pocatello to South Jordan, UT – 400 mile round trip. Will do this 90% of the time.
• Other route consists of going to Billings, MT pick up and deliver in Michaud or South Jordan, UT. These would be overnight runs. Maybe 5-10% of the time
• Home every night 90% of the time.
• 6 day work week is normal.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Operate various types of delivery trucks and trailers setting safety first.
• Operate other kinds of equipment as required.
• Provide a customer focused experience to our customers when delivering.
• Be alert to customer needs and problems and try to resolve them. 
• Practice good communication by advising supervisors of all customer service activities.
• Maintain high standards of courtesy and respect for all customers and fellow employees and develop professional relationships with customers.
• Maintain high company image standards for self and vehicle. 
• Keep personal appearance neat and well groomed. Uniforms must be clean. 
• Trucks must be kept clean and neat both inside and outside.
• Arrange for routine truck maintenance and repair with supervisor in accordance with service intervals specified in the operations manual. 
• Perform minor maintenance functions as required.
• Prepare cargo documents, and other paperwork completely, accurately, and legibly to assure product quality.
• Have proper PPE and equipment readily available for shipment.

Qualifications

KEY KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND BEHAVIORS:

• Current CDL with hazardous material, tanker, double-triple endorsement is a must.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations (CFR 49) is required.
• Must have a minimum of 2 years experience in bulk tanker transit.
• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Strong communication skills are important for success.
• Ability to pull heavy hoses.
• Ability to climb ladders and lift 50 pounds.
• Clean-Shaven required in the event of respirator use at all pickup and delivering locations.
• Main Route consists of Michaud/Pocatello to South Jordan, UT – 400 mile round trip. Will do this 90% of the time.
• Other route consists of going to Billings, MT pick up and deliver in Michaud or South Jordan, UT. These would be overnight runs. Maybe 5-10% of the time.
• Home every night 90% of the time.
• 6 day work week is normal.​​​​​​

KEY METRICS:

• Safety and compliance with DOT and all other federal regulations necessary for this area.
• On time deliveries.

Additional Information

WHY JOIN TKI:

• Work/life balance
• Fun and rewarding environment
• Learning, development and team work
• Community involvement/outreach
• Challenging and meaningful work

BENEFITS & REWARDS:

• Medical-Dental-Vision-Prescription (low employee premiums!)
• 401k Plan with dollar for dollar matching, up to the first 5% of employee contribution
• 401k Company Retirement Contribution at year-end, equal up to 4% of annual base salary
• Short-Term Incentive awards based on measured performance criteria
• Life Insurance – 2x Annual Base Salary
• Paid vacation & sick time & 10 paid holidays per year
• Tuition Reimbursement- up to $5,000 per calendar year- Non Taxable
• Childbearing & Parental Leave
• Adoption Assistance-up to $7,500 in reimbursement assistance
• Business Travel Life & Accident Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Telemedicine program - for you and your dependents
• Long-Term Disability insurance
• Company referral program