Fuel Transport Driver

Tafton Fuel Stop Inc; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Onvo is seeking a Petroleum Transport Driver to load, unload and deliver petroleum products to company sites and customers in a safe, efficient manner. The role requires a Class A CDL with Hazmat and Tanker endorsements, a clean driving record, and at least two years of tractor-trailer experience.

The driver will handle loading/unloading, compute daily logs, and communicate with dispatch. Candidates must meet all DOT requirements, be insurable, and able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Class A CDL with Hazmat and Tanker endorsements.
• Clean driving record; minimum two years verifiable tractor-trailer experience.
• No recent DUI/DWI in commercial vehicle; DUI/DWI in personal vehicle allowed >10 years ago.
• Must be insurable and meet all DOT requirements.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs; good communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Drive company truck to transport fuel and comply with loading/unloading procedures.
• Remain with vehicle during loading/unloading; use hazard lamps and safety cones; avoid idling.
• Maintain DOT-compliant vehicle, perform routine maintenance and inspections.
• Complete daily logs, delivery tickets, fuel reports and all required paperwork.
• Report incidents to dispatcher; keep contact with dispatch office; follow safety standards.
• Develop professional relationships with company personnel and coworkers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Class A CDL

Hazmat endorsement

Tanker endorsement

Clean driving record

2+ years tractor-trailer

English communication

Physically able

Shift flexibility

DOT compliance

LIFT 50 lbs

Job description

Job Description: The primary purpose of the Petroleum Transport Driver (PTD) is to load, unload and deliver petroleum products to company owned sites/customers in a safe, efficient and professional manner.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Drives company truck to/from destinations to transport fuel and complies with the proper methods of loading and unloading.
• Remains by the vehicle during all active loading and unloading.
• Uses hazard lamps and safety cones, turns vehicle engine off and no idling during all active loading and unloading.
• Adhere to all traffic laws and regulations.
• Maintains vehicle in DOT compliant specifications and performs and/or schedules to perform all routine and preventive maintenance on vehicle.
• Understands and complies with all applicable federal, state, local and company rules and regulations that are in accordance with the accepted principals of the safe operation of a hazardous cargo tank motor vehicle.
• Drives and delivers products during various types of weather, which may cause surfaces to be wet, slippery and/or involve temperature extremes.
• Completes driver daily logs and all necessary delivery tickets, trip reports, fuel reports, damage reports and all paperwork required by company as instructed.
• Reports to dispatcher at time specified and maintains contact with dispatch office.
• Complies with all company safety and performance standards.
• Reports all accidents immediately involving driver and/or company equipment regardless of the damage and fault.
• Develops and maintains a professional and respectful relationship with company, colleagues and coworkers.
• Other duties assigned as needed.

Requirements

• Must have a “Class A CDL” with Hazmat and Tanker endorsements.
• Must have a clean driving record with a minimum two years of verifiable tractor-trailer experience.
• Never had a DUI/DWI in commercial vehicle; will consider applicants who have had a DUI / DWI in personal vehicle more than 10 years prior.
• Must be insurable.
• Must meet all DOT requirements.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs from ground to waist height.
• Must have good communication skills, the ability to follow instructions and take directions in English language.
• Be able to work any shifts on any day/s and ability to drive for up to 11 hours and work a total of 14 hours.
• The ability to walk, bend, reach, push, stoop, squat and climb as necessary to perform vehicle inspections.
• Requires normal range of hearing, vision and smell

Hours: Mid-Shift Position; guaranteed 50 hours per week

Disclaimer: The list of Principal Duties, Essential Functions, and Basic Qualifications is illustrative but not exhaustive. Management reserves the right to revise the job description and to require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change without notice.

Onvo is an equal opportunity employer. Onvo maintains a work environment in which Team Members are treated fairly and with respect and in which discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated. In accordance with federal, state and local laws, we recruit, hire, promote and evaluate all applicants and Team Members without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, familial status, marital status, and sexual orientation or preference, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Unlawful discrimination will not be a factor in any employment decision.

At Onvo, we are passionate about convenience. We aren't just in the business of fuel or food. We're in the business of providing the best experience for our guests, every time. We are dedicated to providing our guests with exceptional service that is always quick, always kind, and always convenient. Whether you have a background in customer service and hospitality or this is your first job in the industry, if you’re a go-getter, get in touch with us.