Yard Driver

Seneca Tank; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Seneca Tank in Des Moines, IA is seeking a hands-on yard and transport specialist who organizes the yard, drives tanker trucks and trailers around the yard to keep mechanics moving, and handles washing or detailing units.

You will also manage parts logistics, perform routine maintenance, and may travel between facilities to move trucks and trailers as needed. The role requires strong organization and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Must hold Class A CDL with air brakes, hazmat and tank endorsements.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of experience driving a straight truck or semi-tractor.
• Must meet and maintain Company insurability standards.
• Must possess and maintain current D.O.T. Medical Examiner's Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Pick up and Delivery of Trucks/Trailers
• Lot Management
• Shop, Grounds and Vehicle Maintenance
• Pick Up and Delivery of Parts
• All Other Duties as Assigned

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Customer service orientation

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Summary:

The incumbent is responsible for organizing the yard, driving tanker trucks and trailers on and around the yard to maintain a steady workflow for mechanics, washing and/or detailing tank trucks, trailers, and lube vans (units); receiving, stocking, and preparing parts/parts kits to be used in the shop. The job holder is also responsible for maintaining the physical environment of the Des Moines Branch shop and performing grounds maintenance duties as needed. The job holder also picks up and delivers parts to/from local vendors and performs routine delivery of trucks and trailers between facilities.

Supervisory Responsibility:

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Essential Job Functions:

• Pick up and Delivery of Trucks/Trailers
• Lot Management
• Shop, Grounds and Vehicle Maintenance
• Pick Up and Delivery of Parts
• All Other Duties as Assigned

Required Competencies:

• Champion Seneca Tank Core Values
• The Needs of the Customer Come First
• Do What you Say You Will Do
• Understand the Value of Reputation
• Whatever You Do, Do It Well
• Put in More Than You Take Out
• Exceptional organizational skills with ability to balance competing priorities to meet deadlines
• Willingness to admit and embrace areas of weakness
• High level of attention to detail with discipline to follow core processes
• Ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver the Leading Customer Experience
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing

Qualifications:

• Class A CDL with air brakes, hazmat and tank endorsements
• High school diploma or equivalent
• 5 years of experience driving a straight truck or semi tractor
• Must meet and maintain Company insurability standards
• Must possess and maintain current D.O.T. Medical Examiner's Certificate

Physical Demands:

Must be able to physically perform medium work: exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, 20 lbs. of force frequently, and 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects

Visual requirements include clarity of vision at a distance of more than 20 inches and less than 20 feet without correction, color vision, depth perception and field of vision

Must be able to perform the following physical activities: Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing and repetitive motions

Safety:

Follow U.S. Department of Transportation (D.O.T) regulations regarding petroleum tanks, as well as the policies found in Seneca Tank's Safety Manual.

Special Conditions of Employment:

Upon receiving a conditional offer of employment, job candidates are required to pass a pre-employment physical and drug-screen.

Willingness and ability to travel for occasional overnight stays.

Upon receiving a conditional offer of employment, job candidates are required to pass a pre-employment physical and drug-screen.