LPG Transport Driver

Targa Resources in; Hammond (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Targa Resources is seeking an experienced CDL Class A tanker driver in Hammond, LA to perform safety inspections, verify product loading, and complete DOT documentation. The driver will operate various tractor/tank combinations, deliver routes as dispatched, and uphold all DOT and company safety policies.

The role requires HazMat and Tank endorsements, a clean driving record, and the ability to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends, with potential overnight stays at times.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL with HazMat and Tank endorsements.
• Minimum 1 year OTR tanker experience.
• Clean driving record.
• Must read, write, speak and understand English.
• Regular and reliable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Performs truck safety inspections and verification of product loading.
• Completes DOT forms and records.
• Operates tractor/tank truck combinations and related equipment.
• Carries out scheduled deliveries as dispatched.
• Adheres to safety policies and procedures.
• Trains new drivers and retrains drivers returning after leave.
• Responds to emergencies with appropriate action.
• Maintains flexibility to work nights, weekends, holidays, and overnight trips.

Skills

CDL Class A

HazMat Endorsement

Tank Endorsement

OTR tanker experience

English communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The LPG, Condensate, and Water Vacuum Transport Driversoperatea variety ofmake, models, and sizes of tractor/tank truck combinations, and all, pumping, and othermechanical devices related or incidental to transporting,loadingand unloading products, materials, and equipment. Thisroleisrequiredtoperformtruck safety inspections, verification of product loading, and preparation of operational and DOT forms and records.

JOB FUNCTIONS AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs truck safety inspections, verification of productloading/lading, and preparation of operational and DOT forms and records
• UtilizesrequiredElectronicLoggingDevice(ELD)for daily logging and dispatch
• Operates a variety of makes, models, and sizes of tractor/tank truck combinations, and all, pumping, and other mechanical devices related or incidental to transporting,loadingand unloading products, materials, and equipment
• Carries out scheduled deliveries by route as specified by Targa Transport dispatchers
• Adheres to all company and DOT safety policies and procedures
• Loads/unloads, orassistsin loading/unloading transport, with the aid of mechanical devices,in accordance withapproved procedures and current instructions
• Determines, by personal inspectionsin accordance withcriteria specified by Targa Transports, that vehicles are in safe operating condition before leaving company facility
• Worksa flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays. Must be willing to work up to themaximumhours allowed by the DOT. May be assigned on a short- term basis to other Targa Transport locations or work sites that could require overnight stay in the truck
• Transport Driversarerequired toprovide / assist with the training ofnew driversandretrainingthose drivers who are returning to work after extended leave
• Requiresdemonstratedknowledge, skills,abilitiesand desire to handle materials safely, while driving,loadingand unloading, etc.
• Requiresdemonstratedinitiative and the ability to work with limited supervision, and the ability and knowledge to respond to emergency situations withappropriate action. Requiresdemonstratedknowledge of and experience with preventive maintenance procedures necessary to perform routine DOT inspections for tractors and trailers
• Requiresdemonstratedcommunications, interpersonal, and teamwork skills necessary to work safely and effectively with customers and Targa employees.
• Requires the ability to make occasional overnight stays for certain trips isrequired
• Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Requires a valid, current Class ACommercialDriver'sLicense with Hazardous Materials andTank Endorsements(X)
• Minimum of one (1) year of Over the Road (OTR)tanker experience
• Mustpossessasafedriving record
• Must meet all requirements for drivers asset forth inPart 391-Qualification of Drivers of the Federal MotorCarrier Safety Administration (FMCSA)
• Provenability toread, write,speakand understandEnglish
• Regular and reliable attendance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred. Equivalentcombinationof education, CDL qualifications, and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Requires physical and mental ability tooperatea tractor / trailer and all associated equipment
• Operate in extreme weatheror other adverseconditions, in and out of tractor cab
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time
• Demonstrated ability to perform rigorous outside and indoor duties includingwalkingstanding, climbing, stooping, squatting, bending, twisting, kneeling, reaching, sitting, lifting, grasping, pushing, pulling, and manual dexterity
• Ability to lift, push and pull a minimum of 75 pounds to waistheight

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

Targa Resources provides equal employment opportunities based on merit, experience, and other work-related criteria and without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. We also strive to provide reasonable accommodation to employees' beliefs and practices that do not conflict with Targa's policies and applicable law. We value the unique contributions that every employee brings to their role with Targa.