Class A Fuel Tanker Driver (Night Shift)

Love's Travel Stops; Newton (IA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

401(k) match

Medical insurance

Competitive pay

Career development

Job summary

Love's Travel Stops is seeking a driver to load and deliver fuel and commodities to Love’s retail locations and third-party customers. The role operates 24/7/365, and candidates must be able to handle hazardous cargo and maintain strict safety standards.

Typical shifts are scheduled with flexibility, and applicants must be at least 21 years old with a valid CDL and ability to read/speak English. Comprehensive benefits and on-the-job training are provided.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of verifiable over-the-road driving experience or certification from accredited truck driving academy.
• Knowledge of all applicable DOT and Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
• Must be at least 21 years old and able to read/speak English.

Responsibilities

• Drive company trucks to load and deliver fuel and commodities to Love’s retail and third party customers. Gemini operates 24/7/365.
• Maintain compliance with all federal, state, local and company safety regulations for hazardous cargo.
• Complete driver logs and required documentation accurately and on time.
• Follow company guidelines for professional conduct with customers, colleagues and the public.

Skills

Shift flexibility

Long hours driving

English proficiency

Physical stamina

Job description

Employee Benefits

• Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) – 100% Match up to 5%
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance after30 days
• Competitive Pay
• Career Development

Compensation and Schedule

• Drivers are paid between $30-$31 per hour depending on scheduled shift and location
• Overtimepaystarting at40 hoursworked per week
• Drivers are eligible for monthly and annual bonuses
• $4,000 Sign On Bonus (First half of sign-on bonus to be paid out at 90 days; second half to be paid out at 180 days of active employment)
• Availability to work variable shifts as dictated by business needs. Typical shift for this position is Tuesday-Saturday Night Shift-start time 5PM (SUN/MON OFF)

About the Company

Welcome to Gemini MotorTransport!:Gemini Motor Transport is anationwide for-hirefuel,crudeand specialty products motor carrier. Our modern fleet is equipped with industry-leading safety features and top-level technology, and we strive to achieve only the highest safety ratings in our business for our professional drivers and loyal customers.

Job Functions

• At all times drive defensively and follow all applicable laws and regulations tomaintainGemini’s reputation as one of the safest tank carriers.
• Drives company trucks to load and deliver fuel and commodities to Love’s retail and variousthird partycustomers. Geminioperates24/7/365.
• Have knowledge of andcomplywith,all applicable federal, state, local and company rules and regulations that arein accordance withthe acceptedprincipalsof the safe operation of a hazardous cargo tank motor vehicle.
• Have knowledge andcomply withthe proper methods of loading and unloading for the various cargos to be transported.
• Maintain contact withlogisticsas needed andrequired.
• Complete driver electronic logs and all necessary documentation as required bycompany.
• Follow all company guidelinesregardingprofessional conduct when dealing with customers, fellow employees, vendors, and the motoring public.

Document Requirements

• Each driver must have a Commercial Driver's License and other appropriate endorsements(HazMat, Tanker, Doubles/Triples) and state requirements as required by law.
• Each driver must qualify physically, and obtain a Medical Examiner's Certificate, under the requirements of 49 CFR, Section 391 43-49 of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.

Experience and Qualifications

• 1-2 years of verifiable over-the-road driving experience or certification fromaccredited truck driving academy.
• Knowledge of all applicable DOT and Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.

Background Checks

All offers of employment may be conditioned on receipt of a background check report and/or drug screen that is acceptable to Love’s.

Skills and Physical Demands

• Availability to work variable shifts as dictated by business needs.
• The ability to drive for up to 11 hours and work a total of 14 hours, while transporting hazardous materials and sitting for extended periods of time in a truck tractor.
• Must be at least 21 years of age and meet the qualifications in 49 CFR Section 391.11(b)(1) of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
• Must be able to read and speak the English language,in accordance with49CFR Section 391.11(b)(2) of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
• The ability to walk, bend, reach, push, stoop, squat, and climb, as necessary, to perform vehicle inspections required under 49 CFR Sections 396.11-15 of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
• The ability to walk, bend, reach, push, stoop, squat, as well as grasp, lift, and handle heavy equipment as necessary, to ensure safety during the hooking and dropping processes of tractor/trailer combinations. As well as climb upon thetrailerwhen necessary (for instance, to ensure closure of dome lids following loading or unloading), also when dealing with sections of hose that may exceed 20' in length, measure as many as 4" in diameter, and weigh as much as 75 lbs.
• Manual dexteritysufficienttooperatea computer keyboard and calculator.
• Requiresnormalrange of hearing, vision, and smell.

Our Culture

Fueling customers' journeys since 1964, innovation leads the way for this family-owned and operated business headquartered in Oklahoma City. With nearly 40,000 team members, travel stops are the core business along with products and services that provide value for professional drivers, fleets, traveling public, RVers, alternative energy and wholesale fuel customers. Giving back to communities and an inclusive workplace are hallmarks of the award-winning culture.

Love's is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans encouraged to apply.