Detroit, United States
OTR Company Driver - CDL A - Tanker Driver
Altom Transport · Detroit · United States
Posted: 8/28/2026 · Last checked: 10/12/2026
Job description
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About Altom Transport
Altom Transport is a family-owned company built on trust, safety, and service. With over 10 strategic terminals and operations across 49 states and Canada, we specialize in the safe and efficient transport of bulk liquid chemicals and petroleum products.
Our fleet of modern stainless steel and aluminum tank trailers, combined with a team-first culture and commitment to professionalism, sets us apart in the industry.
Why Drive with Altom?
At Altom, you're part of the family. We prioritize safety, support, and a positive work-life balance. Whether you prefer being on the road a few days a week or for extended periods, we have a driving opportunity that fits your lifestyle and goals.
Your Driving Option
- Over the Road
- Away from Home +5 days out at a Time.
Key Responsibilities
- Safely operate tanker trucks transporting bulk liquid materials
- Load and unload using hoses, pumps, and valves with strict safety protocols
- Conduct and document pre- and post-trip inspections
- Maintain accurate trip records, logs, and inspection reports
- Communicate professionally with dispatchers and customers
- Adhere to DOT, EPA, and all applicable safety and regulatory guidelines
- Represent Altom with professionalism during customer interactions
Requirements
Altom Transport has a rigorous safety program that encompasses our onboarding process and new hire training within our safety department as well as mandatory quarterly safety meetings throughout our fleet. Our goal is to provide the best possible service to our customers, while providing all our drivers and employees with the tools and support necessary to be safe and professional employees on the public highways. Altom Transport utilizes the following “best practices” for hiring and managing the safety of our employees:
- Valid CDL Class A License
- Must hold a current X endorsement (Hazmat + Tanker)
- Tanker Endorsement (N) – Required
- Hazmat Endorsement (H) – Preferred (must obtain within 90 days of hire; assistance available)
- TWIC Card – Preferred (or must obtain after hire)
- Minimum 2 years of verifiable tanker driving experience within the last 5 years
- At least 23 years of age
- Clean MVR and strong safety record
- No DUI/OWI on record within the last 5 years
- Cannot be prohibited in the FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse
- No at fault/preventable fatal or rollover accident in the last 5 years
- No more than 2 moving violations in the last 3 years
- No more than 2 CSA moving violations in the last 18 months
- No falsification on the driver’s application
- Able to pass DOT physical, drug screening, and background check
- 1-week minimum new hire in-person training
- Quarterly mandatory safety meetings
- HM 232 Compliance & Emergency Response Plan provided
- General Awareness testing in accordance with 49 CFR 172-Part H
- Drug & Alcohol Policy & DOT Compliance required
- Forward-facing cameras on all Altom and contractor equipment
- All company equipment is governed
- Incident & Accident Investigation Program (driver reporting & injury investigations)
- RCMS Certified / HSE policy compliance
- PPE provided with replacement policy guidelines
- Dependable, safety-minded, and capable of working independently
- Willing to work flexible schedules, including 24/7 operations if needed
Altom Transport’s focus and culture is one of “mission first, safety always” thinking, always putting the safety of our drivers, customers and motoring public before all operational needs. If you have any questions about our training, driver hiring practices, or our overall safety and/or spill response capabilities, please feel free to contact me directly.
Benefits
- 401(K) with company match from Day 1
- Blue Cross Blue Shield health insurance – medical, dental, vision, prescription
- Paid vacation, holidays, and personal time
- Optional life and disability insurance
- Safety bonuses for clean roadside inspections and safe driving records
- Paid training, PPE, and late-model, well-maintained trucks
- Boot reimbursement program
- Up to $2,400 company contribution to Health Savings Account (HSA)
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