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Hazmat Tanker CDL-A Driver
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What they do
A Tractor-Trailer Truck Driver drives large commercial vehicles such as tractor-trailers, semi-trucks, or big rigs. Responsibilities typically include transporting cargo across long distances, sometimes over the course of multiple days. They may work for trucking companies, freight carriers, logistics, or shipping companies.
$37,572 / year median in Texas
-9% projected decline
Job Description
Position:
CDL Class A Hazmat Tanker Driver Terminal Location:
Ennis, TX Route:
Semi-Regional Pay:
Full-time drivers earn $80,000+ a year Starts at 0.60 per mile loaded/empty This makes their gross average 1,600 per week 60 per diem to stay out .03 per mile idle bonus
• Why Drive with JMS Transport?
Full-Time Pay:
$80,000+ per year
Weekly Safety Bonus:
Up to 1,200/year
Driver Referral Bonus:
500 paid over 6 months
Bonus Opportunities:
Weekly Safety Bonus Up to 1,200/
Year Driver Referral Bonus Eligibility:
500 Paid Out Over 6
Months Stop and Detention Pay Benefits Include:
100% paid health insurance with prescription coverage Optional dental, vision, and supplemental plans 401(k) with 3% company match Life insurance: 20K initially, 35K after 60 days Paid vacation, holidays, sick & bereavement days Paid uniforms, DOT physical renewals, and
TWIC Requirements:
Minimum age: 23 years CDL Class A License 2 years of recent, verifiable CDL Class A experience (required) HazMat and Tanker endorsements (required) Clean driving record + PSP report (required) High school diploma or GED (preferred) Ability to lift 40+ lbs Must have or be willing to obtain a TWIC card Cell phone with voicemail & basic mobile/electronic device proficiency Ability to operate a standard transmission (10, 13, or 18 speeds)
Driver Responsibilities:
Safely operate vehicles over 26,000 lbs GVW Transport tanker and HazMat freight safely and on time Ensure shipments are secured, documented, and delivered per manifest Communicate with dispatch as needed Perform vehicle inspections before, during, and after trips Maintain vehicle cleanliness and schedule service as needed Track and report working hours Follow all traffic laws, company policies, and
DOT/OSHA
regulations Perform other duties as assigned Key Traits of a
Successful JMS Driver:
Dependable and organized Detail-oriented Efficient and self-motivated Works well independently
Equipment You'll Drive:
No-touch freight Late-model Freightliner, Kenworth, and Peterbilt trucks At JMS Transport, safety isn't just a priority - it's a standard. From our in-house maintenance shop to weekly safety bonuses, we ensure you are set up for success so you can hit the road and return home safely. We are looking for dependable, efficient, and experienced CDL Class A drivers with HazMat and Tanker endorsements to join our team. Enjoy a semi-regional route that keeps you on the move while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance