Local CDL A Delivery Truck Driver (Hazmat) in Machesney Park, Illinois at WELDSTAR CO INC

For nearly 90 years, our family-owned and operated company has been a trusted partner to manufacturers, fabricators, healthcare providers, and industrial customers across Indiana, Illinois, Southern Wisconsin, and Southern Michigan. With a total of 10 branch locations and a legacy built on safety, service, and long-standing customer relationships, we are seeking a motivated CDL A Delivery Driver with Hazmat Endorsement in Machesney Park, IL to help nurture our next chapter of growth and operational excellence.

This role ensures safe, compliant, and efficient distribution of compressed gases and welding supplies while maintaining the high standards of service that have defined our company for generations.

Job Overview
Weldstar’s Machesney Park, IL branch is seeking a CDL A Delivery Driver with Hazmat Endorsement (no manual transmission restrictions). In this role, you’ll safely deliver industrial gases and welding supplies to customers throughout the region while providing exceptional customer service.

Duties

• Complete the orderly and efficient loading of 30’ – 35’ trucks. Deliver same day routes within 100 miles of branch location.
• Load, deliver and unload cylinders and products to customers while abiding by load safety, DOT and general safe driving guidelines.
• Maneuvering, lifting, and carrying cylinders and welding materials in excess of 50 lbs. and pushing/pulling items up to 1000 lbs. with proper assistance.
• Handling, storing, securing, nesting cylinders and constructing clusters according to Weldstar Company procedures.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the vehicle to ensure safety and compliance with DOT regulations.
• Maintain accurate delivery documentation in accordance with company policies.
• Adhere to all safety protocols related to hazardous materials handling and transportation.
• Where possible, listen to and resolve customer complaints. When necessary, provide feedback to branch or sales rep regarding customer complaints, pricing, quality, orders, or credit questions.
• Comply with all federal, state, and local transportation laws and regulations regarding commercial driving and hazardous materials.

Why Join Us?

We combine the stability of a long-standing industry leader with the agility and personal connection of a family business. You’ll work alongside experienced leadership, dedicated employees, and customers who rely on us every day to keep their business running safely and efficiently.

If you’re ready to drive with purpose and make a lasting impact in a company built on generations of trust, we invite you to apply.

Weldstar reserves the right to offer the selected candidate or applicant an hourly rate or salary at an appropriate level to be set and determined by the employer that is commensurate with the applicant’s qualifications, experience, education, skill, training, certification, and/or seniority.

EEO Statement

Weldstar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer a welcoming and inclusive environment, with respect to one another, our products, the diverse customers we represent, and the communities we support. We do all of this with kindness, empathy and respect for one another. Weldstar is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) for all employees and applicants for employment. This prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, status as a parent, age, disability (physical or mental), family medical history or genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid orientation
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Safety equipment provided
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid CDL A license with HazMat endorsement required.
• Proven track record in freight delivery and route driving within a commercial trucking environment.
• Ability to load & unload cargo safely using forklifts or other equipment when necessary.
• Strong knowledge of DOT regulations related to commercial driving and hazardous materials transportation.
• Excellent driving skills with a focus on safety and efficiency.
• Clean driving record 5+ years
• A minimum of 6 months of experience driving or proof of completion of a driving school