Pump Truck Operator

Job descriptions are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the job and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
REPORTS TO: Driver Pusher
TYPE: Full-Time; Non-Exempt
POSITION PURPOSE:
This position drives a commercial vehicle with capacity of more than 3 tons to transport fluids to and from specified destinations by performing the following duties.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF POSITION - Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. Regular attendance and punctuality are essential to this position.
2. Must be able to work in a team environment, working effectively with co-workers, supervisors and vendors.
3. Determines vehicle condition by conducting pre-trip and post-trip inspections and identifying worn and damaged parts; submits Daily Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR) showing items needing repair; maintains driver e-logs per state and federal requirements.
4. Uses safety devices and PPE at all times.
5. Maintains telephone contact with dispatch or supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
6. Drives truck to destination as instructed; positions the vehicle as near as practical to the tank battery and the assigned tank, without backing, unless absolutely necessary; ensures that the tank battery location and name are the same as those assigned.
7. Once positioned at the correct location, engages PTO on truck and ensures the pump is correctly engaged for loading water; selects the correct hose diameter and length and removes it from the trailer; connects hoses and opens appropriate valves to load fluids.
8. When loading is complete, closes the tank valve and removes the hose; ensures complete drainage of the liquid into the trailer; closes valves and places hoses onto the trailer; gauges and Kolor Kuts the tank; completes paperwork with the correct amount of water loaded and leaves a copy for the pumper prior to leaving the site.
9. Follows standard operating procedure guidelines, written or oral, to promote safety and work procedures.
10. Works varying shifts, weekends and holidays as workload and scheduling requires; works extended hours outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
11. Performs other duties as assigned or needed.
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SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
COMPETENCIES:
To perform this job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Standard practices and procedures in operating a commercial vehicle.
Occupational hazards and standard safety procedures.
Basic mathematics.
ABILITY TO:
Work effectively in a team environment.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, customers, vendors and others in the workplace.
Inspect commercial vehicle to locate mechanical defects and to determine if the vehicle needs to be taken to the shop for corrective action.
Estimate time and materials needed for work.
Maintain a driver log and complete DVIR and other required paperwork.
Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE - Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement plus at least 1 year of driving experience. Acceptable MVR required. Must have a medical card or the ability to obtain one.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. Exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, noxious odors, gases, and all types of weather and temperature conditions; exposure to hazardous traffic conditions; work and/or walk on various types of surfaces including slippery or uneven surfaces and rough terrain; incumbents may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles and vibration.
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Physical Demands:
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.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction.
Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.
Travel:
This position requires driving, primarily within the local region.
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This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills or abilities.
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid orientation
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Supplemental Pay:

• Safety bonus

Trucking Driver Type:

• Company driver

Trucking Route:

• Local

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a tanker endorsement?

Experience:

• CDL Driving: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• CDL A (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $26