CHS Inc. is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States that provides grain, food and energy resources to businesses and consumers around the world. We serve agriculture customers and consumers across the United States and around the world. Most of our employees are in the United States, but today we have employees in 19 countries. At CHS, we are creating connections to empower agriculture.
Summary
CHS United Plains in Yuma, CO is looking for a Hazmat Truck Driver to join our team! This individual would be responsible for hauling packaged and bulk oil to our customers in a safe and timely manner. This position requires a Class A CDL with the hazmat endorsement coming into the role.This is a M-F home daily position with 40-50 hour weeks and Saturdays as needed during our peak season. Join our team in Yuma today!
Responsibilities
Operate a semi-tractor and tanker trailer to deliver hazardous energy-grade materials to customer sites in a safe, compliant manner.
Comply with DOT regulations and company policies for safe driving, including route and hazard awareness.
Load and unload products by connecting/disconnecting loading arms and hoses; follow all hazardous material handling and transfer safety procedures.
Deliver professional, customer-focused service during pickups and deliveries, coordinate with customers and internal teams.
Prepare delivery documentation and daily load/unload reports; record accurate electronic logs.
Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections; submit maintenance reports and escalate repair needs and equipment issues promptly.
Immediately notify leadership of incidents, near misses, spills/releases, or safety concerns; execute required response and reporting procedures.
Support related tasks such as equipment hookups, site readiness checks, and assigned duties
Minimum Qualifications (required)
Valid Class A or Class B CDL (as required for the equipment/route)
Valid Hazmat and Tanker endorsements required
2+ years of verifiable CDL driving experience
Must meet age requirement
Ability to read, write, and communicate in English
Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety and compliance, and complete required documentation accurately.
Additional Qualifications
Demonstrated experience hauling hazardous materials
Demonstrated safety performance and consistent adherence to procedures in hazardous materials operations.
Demonstrated customer service and communication skills; interact professionally with internal teams and customers.
Demonstrated experience completing tanker product transfers (loading/unloading) and related documentation in a regulated environment.
Pre-employment screening is based on the job requirements and industry guidelines and may or may not be required for the position. If required, selected candidates must pass pre-employment screenings, which may include all or a combination of drug, criminal, motor vehicle check, physical requirements, and FMCSA Clearinghouse.
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
Ability to safely climb in and out of truck cabs and to the top of a tanker trailer
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions; travel and time away from home as required by the schedule
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and in environments with regular exposure to hazardous materials.
CHS offers a competitive total rewards package. Compensation includes base wage and, depending upon position, may include other earnings such as bonus, incentives and commissions. Actual pay offered will vary based on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, experience, education, training, specialized skills and certifications, minimum wage/salary requirements under local law.
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, life insurance, health and dependent care spending accounts, paid time off, 401(k), pension, profit sharing, short- and long-term disability, tuition reimbursement and adoption assistance, subject to the eligibility requirements for each benefit plan.
CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.
Please note that any communication from a CHS recruiter would be sent using a chsinc.com email address. In addition, a CHS recruiter will not ask for confidential information over the phone or in an email, or request money from a candidate involved in an offer process. If you have questions regarding an employment opportunity, please reach out to chscareers@chsinc.com ; to verify that the communication is from CHS.
