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Business Name:
Superior Carriers
Address:
Oakbrook, IL
City:
Name/Job title:
OTR Driver, Chemical/Hazmat Bulk Tanker, Liquid
How did you choose this line of work?
Superior pay, benefits, hometime, etc.
Where did you get you training?
Initial CDL-A training at National Training, Green Cove Springs, FL, which did not include "tanker training".
What are the common duties connected with this occupation?
Driving, inspecting tractor, tanker, hoses, and fittings. Unloading either by air pressure or pump (tractor or customer).
Most interesting aspects of your job?
The lack of monotony, and the very nature of the work.
What skills, personal characteristics and educational requirements did you need to do this job?
Experience as an OTR Driver with a very good safety record, attention to detail, minimum HS graduate, communication skills, the tanker and hazardous materials endorsement "X".
Does your company offer opportunites for advancement?
Yes
Inhouse training opportunities?
While the company may occasionally hire a recent school graduate, they have to be in the top 3% of their schools grading level, however the minimum OTR requirement is one year. All new drivers, regardless of experience level must ride with a "trainer" for at least one week, or more if trainer indicates more time is needed, before being issued tractor and equipment. Within 60 days of hire, new drivers must attend a 1 week school on tanker operations and hazardous materials training at the company training facility in Kingsport, TN.... Which is an intensive one week session to include written testing. There is also safety training done at different facilities where we load and unload. This safety training is more of an orientation to the facility and their safety rules and loading and unloading protocols.
Outlook for work in your field?
Excellent, the demand for "qualified drivers" exists
How does technology affect your job?
Technological advancements enhance the job.
What changes do you see for your job in the next 5yrs?
Higher pay, more work
Is there anything else you feel I should know about this occupation?
Like any job working with "hazardous materials" there are inherent risks associated with it. Safe operations and conduct on the ground and while driving are paramount.Originally Posted by NHHunter
Can some of you help me out and fill in this questionaire? I am getting my CDL using the Trade Act, so I have to prove that I have contacted other drivers in the field to learn from their experiences. I appreciate any help you can give me. Business Name:
Superior Carriers
Address:
Oakbrook, IL
City:
Name/Job title:
OTR Driver, Chemical/Hazmat Bulk Tanker, Liquid
How did you choose this line of work?
Superior pay, benefits, hometime, etc.
Where did you get you training?
Initial CDL-A training at National Training, Green Cove Springs, FL, which did not include "tanker training".
What are the common duties connected with this occupation?
Driving, inspecting tractor, tanker, hoses, and fittings. Unloading either by air pressure or pump (tractor or customer).
Most interesting aspects of your job?
The lack of monotony, and the very nature of the work.
What skills, personal characteristics and educational requirements did you need to do this job?
Experience as an OTR Driver with a very good safety record, attention to detail, minimum HS graduate, communication skills, the tanker and hazardous materials endorsement "X".
Does your company offer opportunites for advancement?
Yes
Inhouse training opportunities?
While the company may occasionally hire a recent school graduate, they have to be in the top 3% of their schools grading level, however the minimum OTR requirement is one year. All new drivers, regardless of experience level must ride with a "trainer" for at least one week, or more if trainer indicates more time is needed, before being issued tractor and equipment. Within 60 days of hire, new drivers must attend a 1 week school on tanker operations and hazardous materials training at the company training facility in Kingsport, TN.... Which is an intensive one week session to include written testing. There is also safety training done at different facilities where we load and unload. This safety training is more of an orientation to the facility and their safety rules and loading and unloading protocols.
Outlook for work in your field?
Excellent, the demand for "qualified drivers" exists
How does technology affect your job?
Technological advancements enhance the job.
What changes do you see for your job in the next 5yrs?
Higher pay, more work
Is there anything else you feel I should know about this occupation?
