CDL A Flatbed Driver

UGI Corporation; Hillside (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) with company match

Bonus potential

PTO & holidays

Uniforms

Paid training

Salary increases

Propane discounts

Career advancement

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

AmeriGas Propane, Inc. is seeking a CDL A Flatbed Driver to deliver gas grill cylinders to AmeriGas locations by tractor-trailer. You will load and unload pallets at district locations and the production facility, with sleeper cab for overnight mantiene.

Lay overs may occur to meet DOT hours and maintain service levels. Responsibilities include daily communication with the Operations Manager and potential tank refurbishing to meet customer needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid CDL with Hazmat/Tanker endorsements and good driving record.
• Experience in regional hauling w/Tractor Trailers preferred.
• Experience securing loads in both cargo-van and flatbed applications.
• No more than 3 tickets in 3 years and no accidents in the past 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Deliver gas grill cylinders to AmeriGas locations by tractor-trailer truck.
• Load and unload pallets of cylinders at AmeriGas District locations and Production Facility.
• Lay overs are possible to comply with DOT regulation hours; sleeper cab available.
• Communicate daily with the Operations Manager regarding work activities.
• Participation in tank refurbishing to meet customer needs.

Skills

Forklift Certified

CTEP certification

Outdoor work

50 lbs lift

Flexible schedule

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CDL with Hazmat/Tanker endorsements

Job description

When you work for AmeriGas, you become a part of something BIG! Founded in 1959, AmeriGas is the nation’s premier propane company, serving over 1.5 million residential, commercial, industrial and motor fuel propane customers. Together, over 6,500 dedicated professionals will deliver over 1 billion gallons of propane from 1,800+ distribution points across the United States.

Posting

Are you looking for an exciting career with a nationally known company and industry leader? AmeriGas Propane, the largest distributor of propane in the United States, is searching for an energetic person to join us as anCDL A Flatbed Driver.

At AmeriGas, our employees are the keys to our success and we are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package, in addition to excellent starting pay:

• Exceptional medical, dental and prescription benefits
• 401(K) with company match
• Generous bonus potential
• 17 PTO days plus 7 paid holidays
• Uniforms
• Paid Training
• Annual performance reviews and salary increases
• Propane discounts
• Career advancement
• Tuition reimbursement

Job Summary: The CDL A Flatbed Driver delivers gas grill cylinders to AmeriGas locations by tractor-trailer truck. In this position, you would load and unload pallets of cylinders at the AmeriGas District locations and Production Facility. Lay overs are possible to comply with DOT regulation hours and the truck has a sleeper cab available. The position is responsible for achieving delivery and repair objectives. Drivers will communicate daily with the Operations Manager regarding work activities and may need to participate in tank refurbishing to meet customer needs.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Home Most Nights (Occasional layovers are required)
• Forklift Certified, CTEP certification desirable
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather and driving conditions
• Bending and climbing in and out of the truck
• Ability to lift 50 pounds repeatedly throughout the day
• Must be flexible with delivery schedule and work hours as needed to service our customers

Education and Experience Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid CDL with appropriate Hazmat/Tanker endorsements and good driving record
• Experience in regional hauling w/Tractor Trailers preferred
• Experience securing loads in both cargo-van and flatbed applications
• No more than 3 tickets in 3 years and no accidents in the past 2 years

AmeriGas Propane, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, disability, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other legally protected class in its practices.

AmeriGas is a Drug Free Workplace. Candidates must be willing to submit to a pre‑employment drug screen and a criminal background check. Successful applicants shall be required to pass a pre‑employment drug screen as a condition of employment, and if hired, shall be subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with AmeriGas policies. As a federal contractor that engages in safety-sensitive work, AmeriGas cannot permit employees in certain positions to use medical marijuana, even if prescribed by an authorized physician. Similarly, applicants for such positions who are actively using medical marijuana may be denied hire on that basis.

The pay for this position ranges from $29.00 to $30.00, depending on circumstances including an applicant’s skills and qualifications, certain degrees and certifications, prior job experience, market data, and other relevant factors. Additional compensation may include eligibility to earn a performance-based bonus or commissions on completed sales depending on position.

This is the Company’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of compensation for this position as of the time of posting. The Company offers a wide array of comprehensive benefit programs and services including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts to our benefits‑eligible employees. Additional benefits include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave, military leave, vacation/paid time off, sick leave in compliance with state law, as applicable, paid holidays, and disability coverage. Some benefits offerings are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works.