Transportation Delivery Driver

Dead River Company; Westbrook (ME); On-site; USD 31,684 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off and 10 paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Dead River Company is seeking a reliable delivery driver in Westbrook, ME. The role involves safely and efficiently transporting petroleum products while ensuring customer satisfaction.

Ideal candidates must be 21+, have a CDL A license with tanker and hazmat endorsements, and a commitment to exceptional customer service. The position offers a competitive hourly wage of $23.00 to $35.00, along with industry-leading benefits including health insurance and a 401(k). Paid training and growth opportunities are also available.

Qualifications

• Delivery drivers must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must have a Class A Commercial Driver’s License with tanker and hazardous materials endorsement.
• CETP training and certification is required to transport propane.

Responsibilities

• Safely and timely delivers petroleum products to clients.
• Conducts daily vehicle inspections and reports any repair needs.
• Maintains cleanliness and organization of the transport vehicle.

Skills

Dependability

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tractor and trailer

Safety equipment

Loading rack

Job description

Location:
Westbrook-DRT
14 Terminal St
Westbrook, ME 04092, USA

$23.00 to $35.00 an Hour Depending on Experience

Position Summary

Safely, efficiently, and courteously transports petroleum products to company operations and commercial accounts to assure a high level of customer satisfaction.

Essential Functions

• Performs a vehicle inspection check of the transport vehicle on a daily basis reporting any items needing repair to dispatch.
• Safely and timely loads truck, drives to delivery destination, and makes delivery according to federal and state regulations and company policy.
• Utilizes computerized technology according to company policy.
• Maintains a neat personal appearance including a clean uniform.
• Promotes good customer relations and a high standard of corporate image by maintaining clean trucks, and safe, courteous driving.
• Maintains a clean and organized truck stocked with appropriate tools, fittings, and safety equipment.
• Reports all accidents, spills, or wrong deliveries to the dispatcher.

Highly Competitive Compensation and Industry Leading Benefits — Paid weekly!

• Health Insurance – Premiums as low as $6.41 for full‑time employees.
• Dental and vision insurance.
• Company‑provided life insurance, short‑term, and long‑term disability.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid time off and 10 paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement for employees and scholarships and grants for employees’ children.
• Discounts on our products and services.
• Work uniform, boot, and prescription safety glasses allowance.
• Paid training at our state‑of‑the‑art institute.
• Opportunity for growth!
• Opportunities at several locations in MA, ME, NH, and VT.

Other Tasks

Performs other work‑related duties as assigned.

Experience

Delivery drivers must be at least 21 years of age. Previous truck driving experience is preferred.

Other Attributes Required

This position requires dependability, commitment to exceptional customer service, ability to work independently, and the desire to work as part of a team. Education: A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Certification and Testing

• Class A Commercial Driver’s License with tanker and hazardous materials endorsement is required.
• CETP training and certification is required to transport propane.
• All transport drivers must be able to pass a D.O.T. physical.
• All transport drivers are subject to pre‑employment and random drug and alcohol testing.

Contacts

Drivers frequently deal with customers and other employees (dispatchers, service technicians, other drivers, and office personnel).

Decisions Made

The driver makes decisions regarding route planning and whether to make a delivery based on safety issues and weather concerns. Other decisions are made with input from appropriate dispatch personnel.

Safety and Liability Considerations

Safety considerations relate to safe operation of the transport truck and the safe and accurate transfer of petroleum products from the vehicle to the appropriate tank. Any accidents, spills, overfills, or wrong deliveries are immediately reported to the employee’s supervisor. Equipment used: Tractor and trailer, hose/nozzle, loading rack, wrenches, safety equipment (glasses, gloves, hard hat, shovel, speedy dry), and chock blocks.

Physical Requirements Analysis

• The position requires frequent sitting, occasional walking, and standing.
• There is occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, climbing.
• There is frequent use of the hands/arms to reach, feel, handle, pull or lift.
• There is frequent communication involving both talking and listening.

Weight or Force Moved

Drivers must be able to pull a delivery hose (a weight of up to 75 lbs. – up to 75 feet, average 2–5 times daily).

Preferred

CDL A Commercial Driver

Equal Opportunity Employer
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