R.H. Foster Energy is looking for CDL-A drivers to deliver petroleum products safely and efficiently throughout Maine. We are looking for qualified individuals interested in working for a family-owned Maine business. We boast a well-maintained fleet of tractor trailers and a full benefits package. The Transport Division at R.H. Foster is a small team, working closely together to serve the fuel needs of our internal operations and our customers.

• This is a full time, 4-day position, with many opportunities for overtime.
• Base pay $26-30 per hour.
• Ask us about Education Reimbursement opportunities.
• Differential pay rates are applicable for Night and Weekend Hours.
• On the Job Training available for Drivers New to the industry.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Performs safety checks and inspections of equipment prior to leaving on an assigned dispatch route.

• Adheres to all traffic and motor vehicle rules/laws.

• Loads and transports fuel to assigned locations in accordance with dispatcher instructions.

• Carefully loads fuel into compartments using dispatch information, ensuring Bills of Lading match with the loaded fuel, and records information on the delivery invoice. 

• With minimal impact, delivers fuel to locations, ensuring the correct product is put into the correct tank, sticking prior to and after completion of a drop to ensure the correct gallons were delivered.

• Communicates any deviation of delivery instructions immediately to the company dispatcher or supervisor.

• Completes delivery invoices, extending invoices, and deducting credit invoices. Ensures that invoices are accurate and complete prior to requesting the customer’s signature on delivery documents.

• Maintains driver’s log at each stop, ensuring that the log is current at all times. Ensures the driver’s log is completed accurately to include noting the half-hour break and hours available.

• Communicates any and all issues of service/driving hours to supervisor to ensure hours of service regulations are complied with during the work week/work shift. 

• Maintains equipment (tractor and trailer) maintenance schedules. Ensures that equipment remains in good working condition at all times.

• Reports all issues encountered while performing job functions to supervisor immediately.

• Drives defensively and courteously at ALL TIMES.

• Completes trip reports, including the post-trip vehicle inspection report, at completion of shifts. Reports any exceptions to the supervisor. 

• Complies with terminal safety procedures and requirements. 

QUALIFICATIONS

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, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or 24 months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• A valid State of Maine Class A Commercial Driver’s License with Hazmat & Tanker Endorsement and a clean driving record.

• Must be certified in HM -126F and HM-232.

• Ability to obtain TWIC card.

• Must also be registered with FMCSA Clearinghouse (register at https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov/register )

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 use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee frequently is required to sit, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 80 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

NOTE: These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work involved for this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of this job.

RH Foster is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, ancestry or national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.