Fuel Truck Driver - Experience Required

US Lawns; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid vacations

Paid holidays

IRA program

Job summary

A local petroleum delivery service in Richmond, VA is seeking a CDL Class B Fuel Oil Driver to join their team. This full-time position requires customer service skills, a strong work ethic, and a clean driving record. Responsibilities include ensuring safe fuel deliveries and adhering to DOT regulations. Benefits include health insurance, paid vacations, and an IRA program. Join this thriving company to excel in the fuel service industry!

Qualifications

• Must have fuel delivery experience, preferably 2 years.
• Clear background check is required.
• Clean MVR with a safe driving history.

Responsibilities

• Drive and manage multiple fuel products efficiently.
• Ensure DOT regulations are followed at all times.
• Interact positively with customers during deliveries.

Skills

Customer service skills

Strong work ethic

Ability to handle physical workload

Education

Class B CDL with current Tanker AND Hazmat endorsements

Current DOT Medical

Current TWIC card

Job description

Job Description

We are a petroleum company that has provided commercial fueling services for businesses throughout Central Virginia for over 30 years. We are seeking a CDL Class B Fuel Oil Driver to join our team! You must be self‑motivated, energetic, possess a positive can‑do attitude, and not be afraid to roll‑up your sleeves in order to get things done. This is a full‑time position that includes health insurance, paid vacations, paid holiday, and a IRA program.

Job Details

• Schedule is Monday - Friday with on call weekends every 6 weeks.
• We do not do overnight or over‑the‑road work. Drivers are home every night.
• Good drive time to labor ratio.
• Must be willing to drive to Northern Virginia or Chesapeake on certain routes.
• Knowledge of DOT restrictions on roadways and ensure that all DOT regulations are followed at all times.
• We refill fuel storage tanks of all sizes, above ground and underground, as well as some wet‑hosing for vehicles and equipment.
• No gravity deliveries, all deliveries are metered.
• Must have experience with carrying and managing multiple fuel products at once.
• Must be ready to follow route directions and willing to have a really open relationship with the dispatcher and other office staff.
• Customer service skills a must! Will be interacting with customers.
• Must be able to ride with or have other drivers ride with you when needed.

Qualifications

• Class B CDL with current Tanker AND Hazmat endorsements.
• Must have fuel delivery experience, 2 years with prior company preferred.
• Current DOT Medical.
• Current TWIC card.
• Clear background check*
• Clean MVR, must have safe driving history
• Strong work ethic and great customer service skills
• Ability to handle physical workload, including but not limited to pulling the hose and/or lifting up to 50lbs.

*Due to federal and state regulations, individuals with certain criminal convictions may not be eligible for this position.

Company Description

We are a petroleum delivery company that has provided commercial fueling services for businesses throughout Central Virginia for over 30 years. We are a small company making big noise in the Richmond fuel industry. We have an A+ BBB accreditation and SWAM credentials. We prioritize relationships with our customers and our drivers to promote a healthy work environment. We are looking for a driver to join our thriving team. Our drivers are fuel service industry professionals and strive for the best. Our office staff is committed to supporting the drivers and company in any way needed. Please feel free to visit SouthsideFuel.com for more information.

Benefits

After 90 days of employment, all employees are granted the following benefits:

1. 2 weeks’ vacation per year accrued at 1.539 hours per week
2. 3 hours of paid sick leave earned for every month worked, or 36 hours per year.
3. 6 paid holidays
   1. New Year's Day
   2. Memorial Day
   3. July 4th
   4. Labor Day
   5. Thanksgiving
   6. Christmas
4. Health insurance, where the company pays 60%, the employee pays 40%. The employee pays for any eligible additional family members upon request.
5. Vision, Dental and Life Insurance Policy ( $25,000 ) all covered by the company for the employee. The employee pays for any eligible additional family members upon request.
6. IRA program. Employer matches up to 3% of contributions to IRA.