CDL Driver - Hazmat

Overall Purpose of the Role 

Moving freight safely and reliably — on the road, through the port, and on time, every time. 

How We Work at RBW 

RBW team members play a vital role in achieving our strategic goals by delivering intentional, dependable service, solving problems with creativity and ownership, and treating one another and every customer and carrier as a trusted partner. All team members are empowered to contribute to a compelling customer experience by communicating with clarity and candor, and by making sure the people we serve always know we are in their corner. Continuous improvement and innovation are essential at RBW. We empower team members to seek new perspectives, adopt new methods, adapt as volumes, priorities, and conditions change, and recover quickly and honestly whenever we fall short. Lastly, we ask team members to dedicate their service, do right, challenge themselves, and continuously improve, because success at RBW is never final. 

Position Summary 

The Hazmat CDL-A Driver supports RBW Logistics' Houston operations by safely and reliably transporting freight through port drayage, dry van hauling, and local and regional transfers, including loads requiring hazardous materials transport. The ideal candidate brings hands-on port operations experience and maintains strict compliance with DOT and FMCSA regulations, including the safe handling and transport of hazardous materials. 

Key Responsibilities 

Driving & Route Operations 

• Safely operates a CDL-A truck to perform port drayage, dry van deliveries, and local and regional freight transfers. 

• Conducts thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections and safely handles and transports hazardous materials in accordance with DOT hazmat regulations. 

• Follows all applicable DOT and FMCSA regulations and ensures timely, damage-free deliveries. 

Documentation & Communication 

• Maintains accurate Electronic Logging Device (ELD) logs and other required documentation for every trip. 

• Submits daily paperwork in the office and enters completed loads into the Drive Axle app for billing, using daily load numbers provided by dispatch. 

• Communicates proactively with dispatch and operations throughout the day to support on-time, accurate deliveries. 

Schedule & Reporting 

• Works Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM–6:00 PM, with weekends as needed based on port operations; observes paid holidays aligned with the port schedule. 

• Reports to a Direct Manager (to be assigned) and receives daily dispatch instructions from RBW Logistics Dispatch, with safety oversight provided by the Manager. 

This description reflects the general nature and level of work performed and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. RBW reserves the right to add, remove, or modify duties as business needs require, with or without notice. 

Additional Responsibilities (Non-Essential) 

• None identified for this role at this time. 

What You'll Bring and Need to Succeed 

Required Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities) 

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL-A) in good standing, with a valid Hazmat endorsement (required). 

• Working knowledge of DOT and FMCSA regulations, including hours of service, inspection, documentation, and hazardous materials transportation requirements; see Driving & Transportation Requirements below. 

• Clean driving record and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) meeting FMCSA requirements, with the ability to successfully pass a DOT drug test and complete required background screening. 

• Ability to read, follow, and retain instructions, with proficient math skills and problem-solving abilities. 

• Experience loading and unloading trailers, with the ability to safely drive, dock, and park tractor-trailers up to 53' in length, including in tight or restricted spaces. 

• Physically able to constantly enter and exit the tractor cab and unwind trailer landing gear multiple times per shift. 

• Strong team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to work collaboratively with dispatch, operations, and other team members to support timely, accurate deliveries. 

• Technology proficient, with the ability to use a Transportation Management System (TMS), Electronic Logging Device (ELD), and mobile load-management applications (e.g., Drive Axle) to fulfill job responsibilities. 

• TWIC card preferred, or ability to obtain one, to support port operations. 

Required Years of Experience: 

1–2 years of commercial driving experience; drayage experience preferred. 

Preferred Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities) 

• Prior port and drayage experience. 

• Prior experience with a Transportation Management System (TMS) in a 3PL or drayage environment. 

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations 

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL-A) (required). 

• Hazmat endorsement (required). 

• Current DOT medical certification (DOT physical) (required). 

• TWIC card (preferred, or ability to obtain one). 

Physical Requirements and Travel 

Physical Requirements and Work Environment 

This role requires the ability to safely operate a commercial vehicle, perform vehicle inspections, and work in varying weather and environmental conditions, with or without reasonable accommodation. 

• Ability to sit for extended periods while operating a commercial vehicle. 

• Ability to lift, carry, push, and/or pull up to 50 pounds occasionally. 

• Ability to climb, bend, crouch, and reach to perform inspections and job duties. 

• Ability to work in varying weather and environmental conditions. 

• Adequate vision and hearing to safely operate equipment and vehicles. 

Essential Functions and Reasonable Accommodation 

RBW is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where qualified individuals have the opportunity to succeed. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role. 

Driving & Transportation Requirements 

Safely and reliably operating a commercial vehicle, including the transport of hazardous materials, is an essential function of this role. 

• Must be at least 21 years of age, the federal minimum for operating a commercial motor vehicle in interstate commerce. 

• Must possess and maintain a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL-A), including a valid Hazmat endorsement, and hold only one CDL issued by the driver's state of residence, in accordance with 49 CFR Part 383. 

• Must hold a current DOT medical certification (DOT physical) at all times. 

• Must comply with all applicable DOT and FMCSA regulations, including those governing safe vehicle operation, inspections, hours of service, documentation, and the transportation of hazardous materials. 

• Must consent to and pass a query of the FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse, in accordance with 49 CFR Part 382, and participate in the Company's DOT drug and alcohol testing program (pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, and return-to-duty/follow-up testing, as applicable). 

• Must pass a TSA Security Threat Assessment as required to obtain and maintain the Hazmat endorsement, in accordance with 49 CFR Part 1572. 

• Must complete required pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and maintain accurate Electronic Logging Device (ELD) records. 

• Must maintain a driving record and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) meeting FMCSA, Company, and insurance carrier standards, and successfully complete an MVR check as required by the Company. 

• Must promptly notify the Company of any change that could affect eligibility to operate a commercial vehicle, including loss or suspension of driving privileges. 

• Ability to safely operate a CDL-A truck for local and regional routes, including port drayage, dry van, and transfer operations, in varying weather and environmental conditions. 

Total Rewards 

RBW is people-centered and committed to supporting the health, financial security, and overall wellness of our team members. Eligible team members can expect a comprehensive benefits package that may include an employer-contributed health plan, life insurance, a 401(k) with employer match up to 4%, voluntary benefits, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), voluntary dental and vision coverage, generous time off, and a company-provided fuel card. 

Who We Are 

For more than 70 years, RBW Logistics has helped manufacturers and brands strengthen their supply chains through reliable operations, transparent communication, and long-term partnership. We engineer smarter supply chains through people, process, and disciplined execution. We solve problems before they escalate, scale capacity to support our customers' growth, and operate with the discipline it takes to deliver consistent performance in complex environments. With a national footprint across Georgia, South Carolina, Ohio, Virginia, Texas, and Washington, we pair a trained, experienced workforce with real-time visibility technology and a proactive, relationship-driven approach. The best solutions come from people who bring different backgrounds and perspectives to the table. 

The RBW Way 

Our Values 

• Dedicate Your Service. Serve your team, company, community, and above all, the customer. 

• Do Right. Do the right thing the first time. If we make a mistake, be honest and act with integrity. 

• • Challenge Yourself. Never settle for anything short of extraordinary. 

  • Continuously Improve. Success is never final. Keep becoming the best version of yourself. 

  Our Commitments 

  • Safety: We invest in training, equipment, and a culture where every team member is expected and empowered to speak up, because protecting our people and protecting our business are the same work. 

  • Customer Experience/Success: We treat every customer and carrier as a partner, communicating with clarity and following through so the people we serve can count on us. 

  • Operational Excellence: We hold ourselves to defined processes and consistent execution, because reliability is what our customers depend on most. 

  • Continuous Improvement: We look for smarter ways to work, welcome new perspectives, and adapt as volumes, priorities, and conditions change. 

  Our Commitment to You 

  Equal Employment Opportunity 

  RBW is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a workplace where every team member is valued and has the opportunity to succeed. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. 

  Disability Accommodations 

  RBW is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended, and applicable state and local law. Candidates or team members who require an accommodation to participate in the application process, to perform the essential functions of this role, or to enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment should contact the People Experience Team. 

  Background Check and Work Authorization 

  Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, drug and alcohol screening, and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR), consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law and Company standards. 

  As required by DOT and FMCSA regulations, this includes review of the applicant's driving record and safety performance history, verification of prior DOT-regulated employment, a query of the FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse, and confirmation of a current DOT medical certification, in accordance with 49 CFR Parts 40, 382, and 391. 

  [Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. RBW does not provide employment visa sponsorship for this role. / RBW participates in E-Verify; confirm accuracy before publishing.] 

  At-Will Employment

  Nothing in this job description constitutes an offer or guarantee of employment for any specific duration. Unless otherwise stated in a signed written agreement, employment with RBW is at-will, meaning either the team member or RBW may end the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, consistent with applicable law.