Univar Solutions

Driver

Posted on: 3 Mar 2021

Richmond, VA

Job Description

Want to work for a company that is reimagining distribution? Join Univar Solutions, the premier global distributor of chemicals and ingredients. Our goal is to function as a direct extension of our customers teams; to serve as an ally in their quest of business success.
At Univar Solutions, were building on our more than 90 years of experience and drawing on deep resources inventory and logistics experts, scientists, PhDs, procurement, customer service, sales and marketers-to deliver consultative services and an unmatched portfolio to solve customers formulation and operational challenges. When you work for Univar Solutions, youll play an important role in shaping how we deliver more than chemical and ingredients.

Job Title: Driver

Summary of duties:

This role operates company owned/leased bulk or packaged trucks. Performs transportation task safely and in a manner consistent with Univar Solutions procedures. Communicates information effectively to internal Univar Solutions' team members and external customers in a professional manner which contributes to servicing the customer and collaboration.

Primary Responsibilities:

* Operate company owned and leased trucks over 20 tons to facilitate shipping and receiving operations of bulk or packaged goods.
* Perform required pre-trip, during and post-trip vehicle inspections and provide required reports. Monitor hours of service accurately.
* Provide outstanding customer service during the delivery and pick up operations. Assist customers with questions or problems attend to customer needs. Ensure delivered goods correspond to products identified on the bill of lading.
* During loading and unloading of truck process: check weights of shipment and monitor distribution weight to legal road limits, check material for damage and quantity discrepancies, and engage appropriate Univar Solutions team member if any discrepancies exist.
* Pick up empty or partially empty drums, totes and review paperwork to ensure transport of material is authorized and in compliance.
* Bulk off load material from either bulk tank trucks or rail cars using a fork lift or a pallet jack or by moving and connecting 50 lb. hoses between the storage vehicle and piping system in load rack as needed.
* Filling drums or totes on a roller line to meet Nexeo Solutions and customer specifications as needed. Ensure proper labeling of material as needed.
* May perform quality control functions (lab testing) as needed.

Education/Training/Age Requirement

* Must be 21 years of age
* Must be able to read, write, count, understand, and speak English.

Experience

* Two or more years CMV driving experience, with;
* One year driving similar equipment in comparable weather and traffic conditions that they will be working and driving in

CDL Class & Endorsement Requirements, plus additional credentials

* Class A CDL
* Hazmat Endorsement
* Tanker, if applicable
* Double and Triples, if applicable
* A TWIC card may be required for certain locations. If applicable, candidate must be able to obtain a TWIC card and maintain their credentials.

Physical Demands/Environmental Conditions:

* Physical ability to lift and carry at least 100 pounds
* Physical ability to tilt back or break 800 lb. net drums onto a dolly
* Physical ability to stand and walk for long periods of time
* Test negative on the companys drug tests
* Satisfy all DOT physical qualifications requirements
* May be handling potentially hazardous substances

Univar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification.

We offer comprehensive benefits to employees including medical, dental, STD, LTD and life insurance, 401k, generous PTO and much more.

Send questions/ resumes to: [email protected]

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Univar Solutions

Downers Grove, IL

Univar Solutions is a global chemical and ingredients distributor and provider of value-added services who works with leading suppliers worldwide. The company was founded in 1924 as Van Waters & Rogers. It was also formerly known as Royal Vopak and later Univar. The company changed its name to Univar Solutions following the acquisition of Nexeo Solutions in 2019.

Univar Solutions is a global partner to our customers and suppliers for the value-added distribution of chemistry and related products and services. We are a committed ally, with the capabilities and know-how to help their business run smoothly, and the expertise to help them anticipate, navigate and leverage meaningful growth opportunities.

We believe in:

Offering customers the benefits of a vast network of suppliers, and suppliers access to a vast network of customers
Continuously improving our business model to provide the highest level of service, reliability and timeliness of deliveries, while offering cost competitive products
Providing a full range of innovative services
Constantly improving our safety processes and sharpening our recognition, evaluation, and control of hazards

Our expanded geographic reach, unmatched expertise, and advanced technologies enable us to work as a true extension of our customer and supplier teams, taking on highly specialized tasks and helping develop solutions to their important challenges.

  • Industry
    Business Services
  • No. of Employees
    10,000
  • Jobs Posted
    320

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