Oil and Propane Delivery Driver

F. F. Hitchcock Company; Cheshire (CT); On-site; USD 41,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Health and dental insurance

Paid time off

Education assistance

Mentor/apprentice program

MyCTSavings retirement program

Company-paid licensing, certifications

Hazardous materials endorsements

Leadership career path

No long-haul trips

Job summary

F.F. Hitchcock Plumbing, Heating & Cooling in Cheshire, CT is hiring an Oil and Propane Delivery Driver to safely deliver heating oil and propane across central CT and Greater New Haven County.

You will follow DOT rules, complete daily tickets, and represent our family-owned company with professionalism. We offer a company vehicle, health/dental insurance, paid time off, education assistance, and opportunities to train drivers and advance along a defined career path.

Qualifications

• Must have CDL Class B with tanker (N) and hazmat endorsements or ability to complete training.
• Current DOT medical certification.
• Clean driving record and ability to pass DOT testing.

Responsibilities

• Deliver propane and home heating oil to residential and light commercial clients following DOT rules.
• Pull tickets, run route, and handle hoses safely in all weather.
• Complete paperwork and DOT inspections; represent the company professionally.
• May take on leadership responsibilities: train drivers, manage difficult stops, respond to spills or incidents.

Skills

Safe driving

Route planning

Outdoor work

Problem solving

Education

CDL Class B with tanker & hazmat endorsements

Job description

F.F. Hitchcock Plumbing, Heating & Cooling began as a general store in 1870. Today, we are still serving our community with the convenience of a one-stop shop for each customer's plumbing, heating, air conditioning, ventilation, and fuel needs. Our mission is to personally know our customers and make sure that they are satisfied with every service we provide. In order to do that, we need a driven Oil and Propane Delivery Driver to join our Cheshire, CT team and safely deliver fuel across central CT and Greater New Haven County. Looking for a driving role where you'll be home every night? Keep reading to learn more!

QUICK OIL AND PROPANE DELIVERY DRIVER INFO:

Pay: $30.00 - $42.00/hour, depending on license level and qualifications

Schedule: Full-time, part-time, and seasonal positions are available

Perks & Benefits:

• Company vehicle and uniforms provided
• Health and dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Education assistance
• Mentor/apprentice program and professional growth opportunities
• MyCTSavings retirement program
• Company-paid licensing, certifications, and renewals
• Support earning tanker and hazardous material endorsements if needed
• Ability to gain leadership experience and grow along a written career path
• No long-haul or over-the-road trips

ROLE HIGHLIGHTS:

Safety, efficiency, and professionalism will be your top priorities as our Oil and Propane Delivery Driver. You'll follow all DOT rules to carefully deliver propane and home heating oil to residential and light commercial clients along your assigned route. Every morning, you'll pull tickets, run your route, and carefully handle the truck's hose, working in all seasons and weather conditions. You'll fill out paperwork, perform DOT inspections, and professionally represent our company during all driving activities and customer interactions. This role can also take on leadership responsibilities, allowing you to build up your experience in training drivers, managing difficult stops, and effectively responding to spills, refusals, or other incidents.

What You Need:

• Class B CDL with tanker (N) and hazardous materials (H) endorsements (or ability to complete training and pass testing)
• Current DOT medical certification
• Clean driving record and the ability to pass DOT testing
• Comfort working outdoors in all seasons, including winter
• Preferred - Class A CDL
• Preferred - Knowledge about central Connecticut roadways and neighborhoods
• Preferred - Experience delivering propane or home heating oil

Candidates must successfully pass a background check, and we also conduct pre-employment drug testing. Please note that any job offer extended will be contingent upon the results of both background and drug testing.