DEF Driver - Knoxville, TN

Great Lakes Petroleum Co.; Knoxville (TN); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision benefits

Life insurance & short-term disability

Paid time off & holidays

Overtime opportunities

Safety bonuses

Job summary

Great Lakes Petroleum Co. is seeking a CDL truck driver to safely load and unload DEF trucks and operate vehicles in compliance with company policies and state/federal laws. The role emphasizes maintaining vehicle readiness, performing safety inspections, and handling paperwork accurately.

Qualified candidates hold a valid Class A or B CDL with clean MVR, Hazmat and Tanker endorsements, and a TWIC card. Prior fuel truck experience is preferred, with drug screening and DOT/FMCSA medical

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Class A or Class B CDL with clean MVR.
• Hazmat and Tanker endorsements REQUIRED.
• TWIC card REQUIRED.
• Prior fuel truck driver experience PREFERRED.
• Must pass pre-employment DOT-regulated drug screen and meet DOT/FMCSA medical requirements.

Responsibilities

• Loads and unloads DEF trucks following Company and governmental regulations.
• Safely operates trucks according to policies and laws.
• Tires, gaskets, nozzles and related maintenance as needed.
• Conducts safety inspections on trucks, equipment, and facilities.
• Checks oil, water, fuel, tires, and tank-related items daily.
• Reports equipment malfunctions to Fleet Manager.
• Completes and transmits paperwork per Company procedures.
• Familiar with loading arms, card readers, and spill kits at rack facilities.

Skills

CDL

Hazmat endorsement

Tanker endorsement

TWIC card

Customer service

Weekend availability

Job description

Description

This position is responsible for the proper and efficient completion of assigned duties and operation of their vehicle.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Loads and unloads DEF trucks adhering to all Company and Governmental regulations.
• Safely operates trucks according to Company policies and state/federal laws.
• Maintains vehicle cleanliness and replaces gaskets, nozzles, and other related articles as necessary.
• Performs safety inspections on trucks, equipment, and/or facilities as required by Company policy.
• Maintains miscellaneous service duties such as checking oil, water, fuel, tires, and tank-related items daily.
• Reports any equipment malfunctions and/or concerns to Fleet Manager.
• Completes and transmits all paperwork in compliance with established Company procedures.
• Knowledge of and the ability to use loading arms and card readers at rack facilities, use auxiliary pumps for loading and unloading vehicles, and use spill kits and fire extinguishers.

Compensation and Benefits

• We offer a full benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and more.
• Company paid life insurance and short-term disability.
• Paid time off and six paid holidays.
• Competitive wage based on experience and geographic location.
• Eligible for two safety bonuses per year after 120 days of employment.
• Eligible for bonus based on gallons delivered after 120 days of employment.
• We offer overtime opportunities while still getting you home every day!

Requirements

• Must have a valid Class A or Class B CDL with clean MVR.
• Hazmat and Tanker endorsements REQUIRED.
• TWIC card REQUIRED
• Prior fuel truck driver experience PREFERRED.
• Must successfully pass pre-employment DOT-regulated drug screen.
• Must meet and maintain DOT and FMCSA physical and medical requirements.
• Subject to quarterly random drug screens per FMCSA/DOT regulations.
• Excellent customer service demeanor.
• Must be available to work weekends, if necessary.