Driver - Crude Oil

Genesis Energy, L.P.; Soso (MS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Genesis Energy, L.P. is seeking an experienced driver to operate an 18-wheel tractor and tank trailer, hauling crude oil from field locations to pipelines or refineries. You will perform safety checks, monitor product flow, and complete required paperwork.

The role requires a valid Class A CDL with Tank and HazMat endorsements, a DOT medical exam, and a clean driving history. Fluency in English is required, with TWIC preferred and a safety-sensitive work environment.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL with Tank and HazMat (X) endorsements.
• Must pass DOT medical exam and drug/alcohol screenings.
• Must have a clean driving record with no more than two moving violations in the last 3 years.
• Fluent reading, writing and speaking English.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• TWIC card preferred.
• Subject to DOT safety-sensitive requirements and testing.

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate an 18-wheel tractor to transport crude oil from field to pipeline injection point or refinery.
• Open and close valves to control product flow; climb storage tanks to gauge volume.
• Test product using onboard centrifuge and spin for 5 minutes.
• Record bottom sediment, water percent, temperature and gravity of the product.
• Log haul volume and run tickets into a handheld computer.
• Prepare driver’s Daily Report and other paperwork.
• Inspect truck, tires, tank and surroundings for safety and ensure equipment is in proper working order.
• Report hauled volume for accounting, revenue and payroll purposes.
• Actively participate in and promote the Company's safety programs.

Skills

CDL Class A

Tank & HazMat endorsements

English proficiency

2+ years driving

DOT medical/drug testing compliance

TWIC preferred

Safety-focused driving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Genesis Energy, LLC is an affiliate of Genesis Energy, L.P. a publicly traded, master limited partnership headquartered in Houston, Texas. We provide critical pipeline infrastructure supporting long-lived, world-class developments in the Gulf of America. Our business also includes a diversified suite of Jones Act compliant marine transportation equipment used to transport crude oil and intermediate refined products along the Gulf and East Coast, and major river systems, the production and marketing of other specialty chemicals with no known substitutes and an increasingly integrated portfolio of onshore crude oil pipelines and terminals along the Gulf Coast.

Key Duties:

• Drive and operate an 18-wheel tractor/cargo tank to safely transport crude oil from the field to pipeline injection point or refinery.
• Open and close required valves to allow product to flow in or out of the trailer. Climb storage tank (15' to 30') to gauge volume of product that is in the tank so not to overflow the tank.
• Test product using on-board oil centrifuge and spinning for 5 minutes.
• Check and record bottom sediment, water percent, temperature and gravity of the product.
• Record volume and lease site load/unload activity into hand-held computer for printing of run tickets.
• Prepare driver’s Daily Report and other paperwork.
• Inspect truck, tires, and tank and surrounding area for safety concerns and ensure all operating equipment is in proper working order and meets safety conditions.
• Report the volume of product hauled for accounting, revenue and payroll purposes.
• Actively participates in and promotes the Company's safety programs.

Required Skills, Experience, and Education:

• Must possess a valid class A CDL with Tank and Hazardous Materials endorsements (X).
• Must pass a pre-employment DOT medical exam.
• Must pass DOT pre-employment drug and alcohol screenings.
• Must possess a driving record which contains no more than two (2) moving violations during the previous three (3) years.
• Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Two plus years of verifiable tractor/semi-trailer driving experience preferred.
• Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC) card preferred.
• This position must adhere to applicable D.O.T. regulations and/or is considered a Safety Sensitive position, and as such, is subject to pre-employment and random Drug and Alcohol testing.

Genesis Energy is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected categories. This includes providing reasonable accommodation for employee's and applicant's disabilities or religious beliefs and practices. Alternative methods of applying for employment are available to individuals unable to apply through this site because of a disability. Contact Genesis Human Resources to discuss reasonable accommodations by sending an email to [e-mail].