Chemical Delivery Driver

Description

• Maintain a clean and organized truck
• Review of medical history.
• Maintain compliance with DOT, Hazmat and other regulatory requirements of the job
• Perform pre-trip and routine inspections, report any maintenance needs of the truck
• Complete daily delivery route schedule

Requirements

• Color Perception: Ability to distinguish traffic signal colors (red, green, amber) to comply with road safety regulations and identify chemical labels or hazard placards.
• At least 6 months prior experience driving a 10-speed manual truck required
• Basic knowledge of chemicals is appreciated but not necessary.
• Blood Pressure: Must maintain blood pressure below 140/90 mmHg at the time of the DOT physical exam. Drivers with controlled hypertension (e.g., through medication) may be certified, but those exceeding this threshold may face temporary disqualification or shorter certification periods (e.g., 3 months to 1 year) until controlled.
• Balance: No vestibular disorders (e.g., vertigo) that cause dizziness or loss of balance, critical for safe driving and handling loads.
• Must be able to operate a pallet jack and lift gate.
• Knowledge of applicable traffic laws and DOT regulations is required.
• Vision and hearing tests.
• Auditory Ability: Ability to hear a forced whisper from at least 5 feet away, with or without a hearing aid, in at least one ear. This ensures the driver can detect warning signals, vehicle malfunctions, or emergency instructions.
• Endurance: Ability to perform physically demanding tasks for extended periods (e.g., 8-12 hour shifts), including sitting for long durations while driving and performing manual labor during deliveries.
• Heart Function: No current diagnosis of cardiovascular disease (e.g., heart attack, arrhythmia) that impairs the ability to drive or respond to physical exertion unless cleared by a medical examiner.
• Blood pressure and pulse measurement.
• 172.700-704, including security awareness and emergency response procedures specific to Landmark Aquatics’ chemical products.
• Limb Functionality: Full use of arms, hands, legs, and feet to operate vehicle controls (steering, brakes, clutch), climb in/out of the cab, and handle chemical containers. Loss or impairment of a limb requires a Skill Performance Evaluation (SPE) certificate from the FMCSA.
• Cognitive Function: Alertness and mental clarity to follow delivery schedules, interpret chemical safety data sheets (SDS), and comply with DOT hazmat regulations.
• Physical assessment of limbs, spine, and overall fitness.
• Mobility: Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, and squat to inspect vehicles, secure loads, and access delivery points. Must climb ladders or steps on delivery trucks safely.
• Basic knowledge of the day-to-day operations of a pool is a plus.
• Respiratory Function: No respiratory conditions (e.g., severe asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) that cause shortness of breath or fatigue during physical tasks, unless managed effectively. Drivers with sleep apnea must demonstrate compliance with treatment (e.g., CPAP usage) if required by the medical examiner.
• Strength and Stamina: Capable of lifting, carrying, and maneuvering chemical containers weighing up to 50-70 pounds (common weight for pool chemical drums or bags) repeatedly throughout the workday.
• Coordination and Reflexes: Adequate motor control and reaction time to operate a CMV and respond to sudden road hazards or spills.
• Medical Examiner’s Certificate (MEC): Upon passing, the driver receives an MEC, valid for up to 24 months, which must be carried while operating a CMV.
• Seizure History: No diagnosis of epilepsy or seizures unless seizure-free for a period specified by FMCSA guidelines (typically 10 years off medication, though a neurologist’s certification after 3 years may be considered under proposed rules as of 2025).
• Depth Perception: Adequate depth perception to judge distances when loading/unloading and navigating tight spaces at delivery sites.
• Emotional Resilience: No psychiatric conditions (e.g., severe depression with suicidal history, psychosis) that impair judgment or safety unless managed and certified as stable by a medical examiner.
• Accurate and timely delivery of bulk chemicals to customer sites
• Clean driving record. No speeding tickets, DWI, DUI or any other traffic related incidents in the last 7 years
• Visual Acuity: Distant visual acuity of at least 20/40 in each eye, with or without corrective lenses (glasses or contacts), as measured by a standard eye chart.
• DOT Physical Certification Process
• Chemical Handling: Ability to safely load, unload, and transport corrosive or hazardous materials (e.g., chlorine, Acid-Rite tablets) in compliance with DOT and PHMSA (Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration) regulations. This includes wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) like gloves, goggles, and respirators as needed.
• Grip Strength: Sufficient hand strength and dexterity to secure loads, operate valves/pumps on chemical containers, and handle tools or equipment.
• CDL-Class A, B or C with Hazmat endorsement is required
• Situational Awareness: Capable of perceiving auditory cues in noisy environments, such as delivery sites or traffic.
• Vehicle Operation: Capability to operate Landmark Aquatics’ custom-built, DOT-approved delivery trucks, which may require additional physical effort to manage placarded loads or specialized equipment (e.g., pumps or hoses).
• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Overall Condition: Must be in good physical health to endure the demands of driving long distances, loading/unloading materials, and responding to emergencies. No medical conditions that impair safe operation of a CMV or handling of hazardous materials are permitted unless controlled and certified by a medical examiner.
• Ability to utilize technology like tablets, smartphones, and cloud-based apps
• Drug and Alcohol: No use of Schedule I controlled substances (e.g., marijuana, even if medically prescribed) or misuse of prescription medications that impair driving ability. Must pass a urinalysis during the DOT physical to screen for illicit substances (not a drug test per se, but checks for health markers like sugar or protein).
• Medical Examination: Must pass a DOT physical conducted by an FMCSA-certified medical examiner every 24 months (or more frequently if a condition like hypertension requires monitoring). The exam includes:
• Musculoskeletal System
• Training: Drivers must complete hazmat transportation training per 49 CFR
• Monitoring: Drivers with conditions like diabetes (insulin-treated), sleep apnea, or hypertension must provide additional documentation (e.g., A1C results, CPAP compliance reports) and may receive shorter certification periods (e.g., 1 year or 6 months).
• Urinalysis (to assess kidney function, not drug testing unless specified).
• Environmental Tolerance: Endurance to work in varying weather conditions (e.g., heat, humidity) at outdoor pool facilities, as well as exposure to chemical odors or fumes within safe limits.
• Emergency Response: Physical ability to respond to spills or leaks, including moving heavy containers to contain hazards or applying emergency protocols.
• Field of Vision: A horizontal field of vision of at least 70 degrees in each eye to ensure awareness of surroundings while driving and handling equipment.
• Must be able to work in and out of heat, cold and all types of weather conditions.
• Able to lift over 50lbs
• Back and Spine: No severe spinal conditions (e.g., herniated discs) that prevent lifting, twisting, or prolonged sitting unless managed and cleared by a medical examiner.
• Must be able to pass a pre-hire DOT drug test and random DOT drug tests.

Benefits

• General Health and Physical Fitness
• Cardiovascular and Respiratory Health
• Disqualifications: Conditions such as uncontrolled diabetes, significant vision/hearing loss without correction, or limb loss without an SPE may disqualify a candidate unless mitigated and approved.
• Neurological Health
• Mental and Emotional Stability

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance