Transport Drivers perform a vital function in the service of our customers by transporting product safely and efficiently while complying with all applicable federal and state transportation and safety regulations.
Company Interfaces:
Transport Drivers report to the Terminal or Transportation Manager in their assigned location.
The position interfaces with other employees within the terminals, company leadership, customers, vendors and regulatory agency contacts.
General Responsibilities:
Drive tractor-trailer (tanker) combination, applying knowledge of commercial driving regulations, to transport and deliver asphalt products over short and long distances.
Use and/or operate equipment, including but not limited to: ladders, loading arms, control valves, metal hoses, landing gear, air lines, cords and wheel pins.
Maneuver truck into loading and unloading position, following signals from terminal operators as needed.
Drive truck to weigh station before and after product loading and along route to document weight.
Drive truck into position to load at filling rack.
Open valves or starts pumps to fill trailer.
Read gauges or meters and records quantity loaded.
Record amount delivered and issues ticket to customer.
Conform to Federal and State driving regulations, including driver logs.
Inspect truck before and after trips. Submits report indicating truck condition.
Read “Bill of Lading” to determine assignment.
Responsible for re-fueling truck, checking oil and all fluids.
Maintains truck interior.
General Qualifications:
Valid Commercial Driver’s License with Haz Mat and Tanker endorsements.
Solid work history.
Excellent driving record.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Able to understand weigh scales and basic measurements.
High school diploma/GED.
Physical Requirements:
Able to stand and/or walk for long periods of time in a variety of weather conditions.
Manual dexterity; ability to reach; able to bend and move with agility.
Ability to lift and move up to 50-70 lbs.
Able to climb up and down tank ladder as needed.
Able to drive both manual and automatic transmission vehicles
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