CDL A Truck Driver

UGI Corporation•Pompano Beach, FL

25d

About The Position

AmeriGas is hiring safety-minded, customer-focused Transport Drivers to operate tanker trucks transporting propane from supply points such as refineries, pipeline terminals, and storage facilities to area AmeriGas facilities. Drivers make approximately four to five pickups and deliveries per day, average about 500 miles per day, and may work up to 14 hours per day. Approximately 80 percent of the driver's time is spent driving or waiting in line at the supply point. Loading or unloading takes approximately 45 minutes. Occasional layovers may be required based on routes. The position involves operating an 11,400-gallon-capacity tanker, connecting hoses to load and unload propane, performing twice-daily truck inspections, and sometimes climbing ladders at AmeriGas facilities to check gauges on bulk tanks. The listed pay is $0.7383 per mile plus a flat on-duty, non-driving hourly wage of $24.87. Additional compensation may include eligibility for performance-based bonuses or commissions, depending on the position.

Requirements

Class A CDL.
At least 3 years of tractor and trailer experience and a minimum of 200,000 miles.
Hazmat and Tanker endorsements.
Eligible for a Transportation Workers Identification Card (TWIC).
No accidents in the previous 3 years.
No more than one moving violation in the previous 2 years.
Willingness to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check; successful applicants must pass the drug screen as a condition of employment and are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with company policies.

Nice To Haves

One year of tanker experience within the last 3 years is preferred.

Responsibilities

Drive a tanker truck to pick up propane at supply points and deliver it to area AmeriGas facilities.
Make approximately four to five pickups and deliveries per day.
Attach terminal hoses to truck connections to pump propane into the tanker.
Use permanent hoses at filling ports or hoses stored on the truck to unload the tanker.
Perform truck inspections twice daily.
May climb ladders at some AmeriGas facilities to check gauges on top of bulk tanks.

Benefits

17 PTO days plus 7 paid holidays.
$5,000 sign-on bonus.
Ongoing safety incentives.
Career advancement opportunities and annual performance reviews.
Uniforms provided.
Employee referral program.
Year-round medical coverage available.
401(k) with company match.
Propane discount year-round.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus flexible spending and health savings accounts for benefits-eligible employees.
Parental leave, military leave, vacation/paid time off, sick leave in compliance with state law as applicable, paid holidays, and disability coverage.