Hazmat Driver Resume Example

Hazmat Driver · Clean Harbors

Dallas, TX · 2021 - Present

• Safely transported an average of 15,000 gallons of hazardous waste and chemicals daily across a 5-state region, maintaining 100% compliance with DOT, EPA, and RCRA regulations.
• Conducted thorough pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip inspections on over 200 different vehicles, identifying and reporting defects to reduce potential downtime by 15%.
• Managed and accurately completed all shipping manifests, bills of lading, and waste tracking documents for 50+ loads weekly, ensuring audit readiness and regulatory adherence.
• Responded to 3 minor roadside incidents, effectively implementing emergency procedures and coordinating with first responders to mitigate risks and ensure public safety.
• Optimized delivery routes using advanced GPS and real-time traffic data, improving on-time delivery rates to 98.5% and reducing fuel consumption by an estimated 7% annually.

CDL Class A Driver (Hazmat Division) · Werner Enterprises

Fort Worth, TX · 2017 - 2020

• Operated Class A commercial vehicles, including tankers, to transport hazardous and general freight loads over 100,000 miles annually with a 99% on-time delivery record.
• Ensured secure loading and unloading of hazardous materials, meticulously verifying placards, labeling, and container integrity according to DOT 49 CFR requirements.
• Maintained detailed logs using ELD systems, consistently passing all roadside inspections with zero violations over a 3-year period.
• Collaborated with dispatch and logistics teams to plan and execute efficient multi-stop routes, supporting a 10% increase in daily load capacity for the hazmat division.
• Participated in monthly safety briefings and advanced defensive driving courses, contributing to a company-wide reduction in preventable accidents by 5%.

Commercial Truck Driving Certificate · North Lake College

Irving, TX · 2017 - 2017

• Completed 320-hour program with a focus on commercial vehicle operation, safety procedures, and DOT regulations.
• Achieved a perfect safety record during all practical driving exercises and simulations.
• Awarded 'Outstanding Student' for exceptional driving proficiency and regulatory knowledge.

Bulk Chemical Driver · Univar Solutions

Aurora, IL · 2019 - Present

• Safely transported up to 8,000 gallons of various industrial chemicals (acids, caustics, solvents) daily to manufacturing clients, achieving a 99.8% on-time delivery rate across 150,000+ miles annually.
• Managed complex loading/unloading procedures at customer sites, adhering to strict safety protocols for product transfer and spill prevention, resulting in zero incidents over 4 years.
• Conducted comprehensive pre/post-trip inspections and minor maintenance, reducing vehicle downtime by 10% and ensuring DOT compliance for a fleet of tanker trucks.
• Maintained meticulous logs and shipping documents (BOLs, manifests) for hazardous materials, ensuring full regulatory compliance and seamless auditing.

Hazmat Transport Driver · Brenntag North America

Northlake, IL · 2017 - 2019

• Operated Class A CDL vehicles to deliver packaged and bulk hazardous materials to diverse industrial and commercial clients throughout the Midwest.
• Achieved an average of 1,200 miles per week, completing deliveries with a 99% accuracy rate and maintaining a perfect safety record for 1.5 years.
• Assisted with warehousing and inventory management of hazardous goods, ensuring proper segregation and labeling in accordance with OSHA standards.
• Effectively communicated with dispatch, customers, and operations to resolve delivery issues, improving route efficiency by 5%.

Associate of Applied Science, Diesel Technology · Joliet Junior College

Joliet, IL · 2014 - 2016

• Graduated with a GPA of 3.7/4.0
• Dean's List Honoree for four consecutive semesters
• Coursework included Heavy Equipment Systems, Diesel Engine Repair, and Vehicle Electrical Systems