Class A Fuel Tanker Driver (Day Shift)

Love's Travel Stops & Country Stores • Tampa, FL

15h • $27 - $29

About The Position

Gemini Motor Transport, a nationwide for-hire fuel, crude, and specialty-products motor carrier, is hiring a Class A Fuel Tanker Driver. Drivers operate company trucks to load and deliver fuel and other commodities to Love’s retail locations and third-party customers. They are expected to drive defensively, comply with applicable laws and safety regulations for hazardous cargo tank vehicles, use proper cargo loading and unloading methods, stay in contact with logistics as needed, complete electronic logs and required documentation, and maintain professional conduct. Gemini operates 24/7/365.

The role requires a Commercial Driver’s License with appropriate endorsements, including HazMat, Tanker, and Doubles/Triples, along with a qualifying Medical Examiner’s Certificate. Drivers must be available for variable shifts based on business needs. The typical shift is Tuesday through Saturday on the day shift, with a 12 AM start time and Sunday and Monday off. Drivers may drive up to 11 hours and work a total of 14 hours while transporting hazardous materials.

Requirements

• Hold a Commercial Driver’s License and appropriate endorsements, including HazMat, Tanker, and Doubles/Triples, as required by law.
• Qualify physically and obtain a Medical Examiner’s Certificate under applicable Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
• Have 1–2 years of verifiable over-the-road driving experience or certification from an accredited truck driving academy.
• Know applicable DOT and Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
• Be at least 21 years of age and meet the qualifications in 49 CFR Section 391.11(b)(1).
• Be able to read and speak English in accordance with 49 CFR Section 391.11(b)(2).
• Be available to work variable shifts as dictated by business needs.
• Be able to drive up to 11 hours and work a total of 14 hours, transport hazardous materials, and sit for extended periods.
• Have the physical ability to walk, bend, reach, push, stoop, squat, climb, and perform required vehicle inspections.
• Be able to grasp, lift, and handle heavy equipment, climb onto trailers when necessary, and handle hoses that may exceed 20 feet, measure up to 4 inches in diameter, and weigh up to 75 pounds.
• Have manual dexterity sufficient to operate a computer keyboard and calculator.
• Have a normal range of hearing, vision, and smell.
• Pass a background check and/or drug screen acceptable to Love’s if required as a condition of an employment offer.

Responsibilities

• Drive defensively and follow applicable laws and regulations to maintain safe operations.
• Drive company trucks to load and deliver fuel and commodities to Love’s retail and third-party customers.
• Comply with federal, state, local, and company rules for safe operation of hazardous cargo tank motor vehicles.
• Follow proper loading and unloading methods for the cargo being transported.
• Maintain contact with logistics as needed and required.
• Complete electronic driver logs and other required documentation.
• Follow company guidelines for professional conduct with customers, employees, vendors, and the motoring public.
• Perform vehicle inspections and safely hook and drop tractor/trailer combinations, including handling hoses and climbing onto trailers when necessary.

Benefits

• Company-funded tuition assistance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) with 100% match up to 5%
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance after 30 days
• Competitive pay of $27–$29 per hour, depending on scheduled shift and location
• Overtime pay beginning after 40 hours worked per week
• Eligibility for monthly and annual bonuses
• $1,500 sign-on bonus, paid in two halves at 90 and 180 days of active employment
• Career development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed