Fuel Truck Driver - Covington, KY

Great Lakes Petroleum Co.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

PTO & Holidays

Life Insurance

Short-term Disability

401(k) with match

Job summary

Great Lakes Petroleum Co. in Kentucky seeks a professional CDL driver to deliver petroleum products to company sites and customers. You will load, transport, and unload goods while ensuring adherence to DOT/FMCSA regulations and company policies.

Joining our team means working with a safety-first culture, completing required paperwork, and coordinating with dispatch to meet daily delivery schedules. Home daily on local routes, with potential overtime opportunities.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A or B CDL with HazMat and Tank endorsements.
• TWIC credential or ability to obtain one within 30 days after hire.
• Prior tanker/fuel transport experience preferred.
• Ability to pass DOT pre-employment drug test and maintain DOT/FMCSA qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Loads and unloads trucks with petroleum products in compliance with regulations.
• Safely operates trucks according to policies and laws.
• Performs safety inspections and maintains vehicle cleanliness daily.
• Checks oil, water, tires, and tank related items as required.
• Completes and transmits paperwork per company procedures.
• Coordinates with dispatchers on a daily basis.
• Local routes – home daily.

Skills

CDL License

Hazmat Endorsement

Tank Endorsement

TWIC Card

DOT Knowledge

Driver Safety

Clean driving record

Job description

Description

This position is responsible for the proper and efficient completion of assigned duties and operation of their vehicle. Drivers are responsible for delivering petroleum products to company owned sites and customers.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Loads and unloads trucks with petroleum products adhering to all Company and Governmental regulations.


• Safely operates trucks according to Company policies and state/federal laws.


• Maintains vehicle cleanliness and 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 on a daily basis.


• Completes and transmits all paperwork in compliance with established Company procedures.


• Communicate and coordinate with dispatchers on a daily basis.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Pay rate based on experience, qualifications, and geographic location.


• Overtime opportunities available in accordance with applicable laws.


• Quarterly safety bonuses (eligible after 120 days of employment).


• Monthly performance bonus based on gallons delivered (eligible after 120 days of employment).

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance


• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays


• Company paid life insurance


• Short-term disability coverage


• 401(k) with company match

Job Highlights

• Local roues - home daily.

Requirements

• Valid Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and an acceptable driving record that meets company and DOT/FMCSA requirements.


• Hazmat and Tanker endorsements REQUIRED.


• Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) REQUIRED or ability to obtain one within 30 days after hire.


• Prior fuel, petroleum, or hazardous material transportation experience preferred.


• Ability to successfully complete DOT required pre-employment drug testing.


• Subject to random drug and alcohol testing in accordance with DOT/FMCSA regulations.


• Must meet and maintain DOT and FMCSA qualification standards, including a valid Medical Examiner's Certificate.


• Availability to work weekends and extended hours as business needs require.


• Demonstrated commitment to safety, regulatory compliance, and customer service.