A HAZMAT Truck Driver drives larger trucks or tanker trucks transporting Hazardous Material (HAZMAT), such as combustibles or corrosives. Often works in the petrochemical industries. Often requires HAZMAT certification.
Click Here to Apply Online Why Drive with Canaan Xpress? At Canaan Xpress, we don't just haul freight—we deliver a premium service for some of the biggest companies in the United States. We know that our drivers are the backbone of our success. That's why we keep you close to home with reliable local routes, invest in modern technology to make your day smoother, and offer a premium, stable pay rate with a comprehensive benefits package. If you take pride in your record, value precision, and want a consistent Monday-through-Friday schedule that gets you home, you belong in a Canaan Xpress truck. As a specialized CDL Driver, you will play a vital role in our port drayage network, safely moving high-value, hazardous, and non-hazardous freight between the NY/NJ Ports and regional warehouses.
Smooth Operations:
Coordinate directly with dispatch, utilizing a company-provided iPad to seamlessly receive, track, and complete your orders electronically.
Safe Execution:
Navigate local routes with precision, safely handling tractor-trailers, chassis, and specialized equipment (including tankers or refrigerated units).
Professional Care:
Manage port compliance, secure cargo, verify load documentation, and obtain electronic signatures upon delivery.
Safety First:
Maintain exact electronic logs of working hours and truck safety, ensuring full compliance with state and federal DOT regulations. What You Bring to the Team We look for professionals who take safety, punctuality, and compliance seriously. To qualify for this premium fleet, you must have:
Credentials:
Valid Class A CDL, active Hazmat Endorsement, and a TWIC card (Sealink card a plus).
Experience:
Proven experience driving tractor-trailers, maneuvering chassis, and a strong track record in local route driving or port drayage.
Versatility:
Proficient in operating either manual or automatic transmissions, with familiarity handling specialized equipment like tankers or reefers.
Reliability:
A professional, on-time mindset, with dependable personal transportation to our Kenilworth, NJ hub. Ready to Upgrade Your Driving Career? Don't let your specialized endorsements go to waste on standard freight. Get paid what you're worth with a team that respects your time and your expertise.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance Application Question(s): What Transmission do you drive?
Manual or Automatic Experience:
NY/NJ Port:
1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
CDL-A Driver's License for at least 2 years (Required) Hazmat Endorsement (Preferred) Ability to
Relocate:
Kenilworth, NJ 07033: Relocate before starting work (Required)
