Company Driver in Midlothian, Texas at Solvchem Inc.

Position Summary

SOLVCHEM, Inc. is seeking a reliable and safety-focused Company Driver to join our Logistics team in Midlothian, Texas. This role is responsible for the safe and efficient local delivery of hazardous and non-hazardous chemical products while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely load and unload hazardous and non-hazardous products using pallet jacks, handling 55-gallon drums, IBC totes, and other heavy materials (regular lifting up to 50 lbs.).
• Perform thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections on tractors and trailers, ensuring regulatory compliance and accurate documentation.
• Serve as a professional company representative and liaison to customers in an appropriate manner at all times.
• Complete and submit all delivery, driver, and hazardous materials paperwork accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with the Logistics Department regarding vehicle maintenance, repairs, and upcoming expiration dates.
• Adhere to all SOLVCHEM safety policies, procedures, and Health & Safety regulations.
• Keep assigned vehicle clean and in excellent operating condition.
• Assist warehouse operations as directed, including forklift use, loading, cleaning, and general plant support.
• Comply with all DOT, federal, state, and company regulations regarding the transport of hazardous materials.
• Submit to required drug screenings and alcohol tests per company policy.
• Follow the SOLVCHEM Driver Handbook, including journey management and security protocols.
• Compile and record production data from customer orders, work tickets, and product specifications following prescribed recording procedures.
• Calculate factors, such as types and quantities of items produced, materials used, and amount of scrap, frequency of defects, and worker and department production rates.
• Write production reports based on data compiled.
• Maintain files of documents used and prepared.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Logistics Department.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Forklift certification preferred.
• Valid Class A CDL with HazMat endorsement.
• Must be able to safely operate a manual transmission (stick shift) commercial vehicle.
• Current DOT medical card and hazardous materials transportation certificate.
• Minimum of 2 years of verifiable tractor-trailer experience (chemical industry experience strongly preferred).

Preferred Skills & Attributes

• A strong safety mindset, customer service orientation, integrity, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• The ability to build effective working relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic experience with Microsoft Office applications.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.