Bulk Driver

Nippon Sanso Matheson, Inc.; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nippon Sanso Matheson, Inc. is seeking a Bulk Driver to operate and move liquefied oxygen, nitrogen, and argon for hospitals, processors, and agencies. This local role requires long hours, a set schedule with two consecutive days off, and night/weekend work as needed.

Under the Terminal Manager, you will safely load/unload cryogenic liquids, comply with safety rules, and communicate scheduling changes. Requires Class A CDL with hazmat/tanker and air brake endorsements, and a strong safety record.

Qualifications

• CDL Class A with hazardous materials and tanker endorsements.
• Valid CDL and ability to provide verification of experience.
• Safe driving record and ability to handle cryogenic liquids.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Safely loading and unloading cryogenic liquids (oxygen, nitrogen, argon).
• Operate vehicles following safety policies and procedures.
• Report accidents and unsafe acts/conditions promptly.
• Adhere to scheduling information from dispatchers and planners.
• Maintain professional appearance and customer relations.
• Communicate delays and issues to operations clearly.
• Complete and submit regulatory compliance documents.
• Work a five-day schedule as required by regulations.
• Handle loading equipment in various weather conditions.

Skills

CDL Class A

Hazardous Materials Endorsement

Tanker Endorsement

Air Brake Endorsement

Manual Transmission

Five-day Schedule

Safety Awareness

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Xatanet

Fleet Advisor

Job description

Primary customers are hospitals,commercial food processors, and various government agencies. Job requireslong hours while remaining DOT compliant. Set schedule, with 2 consecutivedays off. Night shifts, weekends, holidays, and extended-stays as needed. Theposition is primarily local, but candidates must be able to adjust to changesin schedules as needs arise. Under the supervision of the local TerminalManager the Bulk Driver position is responsible for the safe and efficientmovement of commercial motor vehicles owned and/or operated by MathesonTri-Gas. Ultimately responsible for the safe and efficient handling ofliquefied Oxygen, Nitrogen, and Argon gases to Matheson Tri-Gas customerlocations and production facilities as assigned. This position reports to theTerminal Manager.

Starting Rate: $ 0.7000 per mile and $ 30.43 per hour

EssentialFunctions

1. Safe loading and unloading of cryogenic liquids (oxygen,nitrogen and argon.)

2. Practice safe driving techniques on a daily basis whileoperating Matheson Tri-Gas vehicles to prevent of work-related accidents andinjuries.

3. Reporting of all accidents and unsafe acts/conditions(near misses) while performing normal duties.

4. Comply with all company and customer safety policies andprocedures as well as company employment policies and practices. Understandall company standard operating procedures, departmental work instructions,and local work instructions that affect the performance of their duties.

5. Completion and submission of all required regulatorycompliance and company documents in accordance with company policies andprocedures.

6. Responsible for accurate and timely communication to appropriateindividuals and/or departments concerning matters involving customer service,scheduling delays, customer site discrepancies, equipment defects and otherrelevant issues to the operations in general. Develop a good workingknowledge of the Xatanet communication system and the fleet advisor softwareprogram requirements.

7. Must obtain and understand scheduling information fromdispatchers and planners and adhere to schedule instructions. Communicatescheduling delays and/or unforeseen circumstances that could have an adverseimpact on terminal operations.

8. Maintain a professional appearance and consistentlydemonstrate professional standards when performing duties. Develop goodworking relationships with all Matheson Tri-Gas Customers and maintain theserelationships on a consistent basis.

9. Must report for duty in a readiness to work at assignedtime.

10. Perform other projects and duties as assigned.

Requiredfor All Jobs

Performs other duties as assigned

Complies with all policies andstandards

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

EducationLevel

EducationDetails

Req/
Pref

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

WorkExperience

Experience

ExperienceDetails

Required/
Preferred

1-3 years

4 -6 years

7-9years

Knowledge,Skills and Abilities

• Applicants must have a minimum oftwo years,tractor and semi-trailer experience and the ability to provideverification of experience.
• Class A driver hauling 48’ Maintain a qualified CDLlicense to operate a tractor and semi-trailer with hazardous materials,tanker, and air brake endorsements.
• Possess a valid CDL to operate a tractor andsemi-trailer with Hazardous Materials, Tanker and Air Brakeendorsements. Have a minimum of three years, tractor and semi-trailerexperience and the ability to provide verification of experience.
• Have a past history of a safe driving record.
• Ability to demonstrate competence in the handling ofa commercial motor vehicle and its associated equipment during thepre-employment road test.
• Ability to drive manual transmission.
• Ability to work a five-day schedule per FederalMotor Carrier Safety Regulations hours of service rules.
• Able to maintain physical qualifications as requiredby Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
• Able to stand, lift, and stoop as duties required inaccordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations driver vehicleinspections and product loading and unloading procedures.
• Able to work a flexible schedule to include: nights,weekends, holidays, extended-stays, and team operation as needed.
• Able to adjust to changes in schedules as needsarise.
• Ability to understand and a willingness to workwithin all guidelines and requirements of the Federal Motor SafetyRegulations.
• Able to operate delivery and loading equipment inall types of weather conditions.
• Must have the ability to acquire acceptablecompetency in safe handling practices of cryogenic liquids (loading,transport, and unloading).

Licensesand Certifications

Licenses/Certifications

Licenses/CertificationDetails

TimeFrame

Required/
Preferred

PHYSICALDEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Demands Category:

N/A

PhysicalDemands

A thorough completion of thissection is needed for compliance with legal standards such as the Americanswith Disabilities Act. The physical requirements described here arerepresentative of those that must be met by an employee to successfullyperform the essential functions of this job.

PhysicalDemand

N/A

Rarely

Occasionally

Frequently

Constantly

Weight

Stationary Position

Move/Traverse

Stationary Position/Seated

Transport/Lifting

Transport/Carrying

Exerting Force/Pushing

Position Self/Stooping

Position Self/Kneeling

Position Self/Crouching

Position Self/Crawling

Reaching

Grasping

Feeling

Communicate/Talking

Communicate/Hearing

Repetitive Motions

Coordination

TravelRequirements

Brief Description

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer thatcomplies with the laws and regulations set forth under EEOC.. All qualified applicants will receiveconsideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protectedveteran status. EOE AAM/F/VET/Disability