Position Overview

The Tanker Driver will be responsible for safely transporting liquid cargo, such as fuels, chemicals, or water, to designated locations. The ideal candidate will have a valid commercial driver's license (CDL) with tanker and hazardous materials endorsements, along with a strong commitment to safety and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Drive on public roadways and construction sites in accordance with safe and prudent practice, DOT regulations, public safety laws, OSHA regulations, and the Company’s Safety Program.
• Safely operate tanker trucks to transport liquid cargo to various locations.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the tanker and its equipment to ensure roadworthiness.
• Load and unload liquid cargo following established procedures and safety guidelines.
• Monitor and maintain proper cargo temperatures, pressures, and levels during transport.
• Adhere to all traffic laws, regulations, and company policies while operating the tanker.
• Communicate effectively with dispatchers, customers, and team members to coordinate deliveries and resolve any issues.
• Complete all required paperwork, including trip logs, delivery receipts, and inspection reports accurately and on time.
• Keep assigned trucks and equipment in a safe and proper mechanical condition, correctly maintained and clean inside and outside. Insure the proper servicing and maintenance of assigned vehicle. Perform minor repairs and service when necessary.
• Follow safety protocols for handling hazardous materials and respond appropriately to emergencies or incidents.
• Other duties as assigned per supervisor.
• Regular and predictable attendance at assigned times is required

Benefits Offered

• Highly competitive base pay.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, disability, and life insurance programs.
• Group retirement savings program.
• Health and wellness programs.
• Accrual Based PTO – Start earning PTO on your first day!
• Paid Holidays

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred, or demonstrable equivalent.
• Must possess a Class A CDL with airbrakes and have the ability to obtain other endorsement.
• Previous experience driving over the road with flat bed/open bed preferred.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to read, write, and accurately perform basic mathematical functions including adding, subtracting, multiplication and division.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Must possess knowledge of Company policies and procedures, including safety.
• Must consistently produce and efficient, accurate work product.

Work Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years in age or older.
• Must pass post-offer employment drug testing, medical exams, and physical agilities testing.
• Must pass D.O.T. required physical.
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers and/or supervisors with other duties as required.
• Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required.
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.
• Individuals are required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas as stated by OSHA and/or MSHA.
• Ability to operate tanker trucks safely and efficiently in various weather and road conditions

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be capable of driving vehicles in off-road conditions for extended periods.
• Requires physical exertion, standing, walking, and/or climbing in various climates and ground conditions, including temperature extremes, rain, wind, and snow for extended lengths of time.
• Must withstand continuous exposures to wind, dust, fumes, and noxious odors.
• Must possess unrestricted mobility to twist, turn, bend, and lean in all directions, lookup, down and side to side without hesitation or discomfort.
• Except for conventional corrective aids, must possess normal eyesight, depth of perception, field of vision, normal hearing, quick reaction time, unimpaired eye-hand coordination, and manual dexterity.
• Must possess the strength, mobility, agility, and balance to ascend access ladders and steps, and to maneuver on equipment and vehicles without assistance.
• Must repetitively climb and dismount from a high vehicle cab 50-times a day.
• Must be able to lift up to 100 lbs and carry 50 lbs multiple times per day.
• Must enter and exit trucks multiple times throughout the day in a safe manner.
• Skeletal, joint and muscle system must withstand continuous impact from driving activities.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; outside weather conditions; and extreme cold and/or heat.
• The employee may be occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.
• The employee may be exposed to risk of electrical shock or burn.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.