What are the responsibilities and job description for the Rotational Fuel Driver and Trainer position at DELTA WESTERN LLC?
Based in Juneau Alaska: Departing Juneau Rotating to various locations in Southeast, Alaska
Schedule: 3 weeks/2 Weeks Off
About Us
Delta Western was formed in 1984 to provide fuel for ships, planes, and vehicles along the Western Alaska coastline and Yukon River with a fueling station in Dutch Harbor. It was welcomed into the Saltchuk family of companies in 2000, marking Saltchuk’s entry into petroleum distribution. Today, Delta Western is one of Alaska’s leading independent distributors of petroleum products and lubricants, with fuel terminals in Western and Southeast Alaska. Delta Western delivers an average of 200 million gallons of fuel annually in Alaska and employs approximately 150 people.
In its strive to meet and exceed its customer demands, Delta Western has a track record of agile and innovative fuel solutions. Improving relationships with the importers of fuel into Alaska, Delta Western can source and acquire fuel into our system on an emergency notice if needed. Delta Western is proud to provide vital energy resources in support of communities, individuals, and Alaska’s most essential industries.
Job Summary
The Rotational Driver and Trainer position involves providing support at various Delta Western terminals, as assigned by the Site Manager or Operations Manager. Responsibilities may include fuel delivery, dock attendance, warehouse or tank farm functions & maintenance, customer service, monthly inspections, office administration, and training and certifying new drivers and employees.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Greets customers and safely provides fuel to tanks and marine vessels.
- Prepares and delivers packaged products and lubes to customers.
- Participates in scheduled and unscheduled boom deployments.
- Completes meter sheets and invoices, ensuring timely submission to the office.
- Maintains cleanliness of dock and yard, including handling waste disposal.
- Checks hoses and equipment daily for damage.
- Assists with barge operations as needed.
- Safely delivers fuel to various customers in a timely manner.
- Completes daily invoices and submits them to the office.
- Operates and transports used oil trucks.
- Reports any unsafe delivery conditions to the Manager/Lead Driver.
- Follows DOT regulations, keeps accurate truck logs, and conducts pre-trip/post-trip inspections.
- Communicates with customers to ensure proper service and safety during deliveries.
- Follows company's Petroleum Operations Manual procedures and maintains a safe work environment.
- Performs office administration tasks, including customer service, billing, dispatch, and reconciliations.
- Assists with bulk inventory, warehouse tasks, and ground maintenance.
- Participates in safety meetings and reports incidents or hazards.
- Maintains a neat, professional appearance with trucks, facility, and equipment.
- Trains and certifies employees on Lockout Tagout, Fall Protection, Forklift Operator and Rigging.
- Trains and certifies employees on fuel operations and delivery.
- Adheres to Delta Western's drug-free workplace policy.
- All other duties as assigned.
Education & Experiences
- High school diploma or GED is required.
- Two years of commercial driving experience or a combination of education and experience is preferred.
- Valid Alaska Class B CDL with X endorsement, Class A preferred.
- TWIC, Hazmat and HAZWOPER can be acquired after hire.
- Medical Examiner's Certificate.
- Forklift Certificate can be acquired after hire.
Benefits
- Tuition Assistance
- Discretionary Annual Merit Program
- Charitable Match
- Life Insurance - 2x your annual earnings
- Free Credit Report Monitoring
- Employee Assistance Program
- Telemedicine Options
- Medical, dental, and visions plans
- Employee assistance program
- Tapcheck: On-Demand Access to Earned Wages
We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform crucial job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
