Truck Driver Apprentice

Suburban Propane; Milford (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Delivery Driver Apprentice and embark on a fulfilling career path. This full-time, company-paid training program offers a comprehensive curriculum and hands-on experience to equip you with the skills needed for a successful career in propane and heating oil delivery. At the end of the program, you will earn a Commercial Driver’s License with essential endorsements, preparing you to become a vital part of a dedicated delivery team. Enjoy competitive pay, a robust benefits package, and the opportunity to work in a diverse and inclusive environment where your contributions make a significant impact.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Tuition Assistance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Vacation

Online Learning Opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift and pull equipment weighing 50 to 75 lbs.
• Exceptional customer service skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Learn propane and heating oil delivery through structured training.
• Obtain a Commercial Driver’s License with necessary endorsements.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Ability to Lift Heavy Equipment

Adaptability to Weather Conditions

Job description

Overview

Looking for a career with purpose? One that grows your skills and contributes to a highly successful team?

If you answered yes to these questions, then we would like you to join our industry-leading Delivery Driver Apprentice Program.

Our full-time company-paid training program includes a detailed curriculum and unparalleled on-the-job training that provides apprentices with the necessary tools to jumpstart a rewarding career. At the conclusion of the program, you will have a Commercial Driver’s License with hazmat, tanker, and air brake endorsements and will be prepared to take the next step to become one of our local Delivery Drivers.

Responsibilities

1. Learn the basics of propane and/or heating oil delivery through structured on-the-job and instructor-led training.
2. Complete online training modules in areas such as safety, security, and hazmat.
3. Obtain a Commercial Driver’s License with hazmat, tanker, and air brake endorsements as well as a valid Medical Examiner’s Certificate allowing for operation in interstate commerce.
4. Assist with the delivery of propane and/or heating oil.

Why Suburban Propane?

Suburban Propane takes pride in serving our employees and does so by offering competitive pay with incentive potential and a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, HSA and FSAs, paid vacation, personal and sick pay, tuition assistance, online learning opportunities and training, and a 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting.

For a full list of our benefit offerings please visit our benefits page.

Qualifications

1. Ability to lift and pull equipment that weighs 50 to 75 lbs.
2. Possess exceptional customer service skills.
3. Willingness to work outside in all weather conditions.

Pre-employment Requirements

As part of our pre-employment hiring process, background checks and drug screens are performed.

Company Overview

Headquartered in Whippany, New Jersey, Suburban Propane Partners, L.P. (NYSE:SPH) is a nationwide marketer and distributor of a diverse array of products to meet the energy needs of our customers, specializing in heating oil and refined fuels, as well as the marketing of propane, natural gas and electricity in deregulated markets. As a national propane industry leader with over 3,000 employees, Suburban Propane maintains business operations in 42 states, providing prompt, reliable service to over one million residential, commercial, industrial and agricultural customers.

We are committed to supporting the growth and innovation of propane as a sustainable energy source and investing in the next generation of even cleaner and lower carbon renewable energy sources.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Suburban Propane, we know that our strength comes from our diverse and inclusive team of employees who make a difference in the communities we serve across the country every day. All applicants for employment shall be considered without regard to race, religion, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other classification protected by law.

For more information about our hiring process, please visit our hiring process page.