Class A Hazmat Driver

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation • Dover, DE

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Marlin Gas Services is seeking a Class A Hazmat Driver to operate a heavy-duty truck, perform yard work and station maintenance, and deliver compressed and/or liquefied natural gas and associated equipment to customer locations. The role involves performing safety inspections, maintaining required documentation for hazardous material transport, observing traffic and company regulations, and accurately recording delivery information. The driver will also prepare daily trip reports, communicate vehicle/equipment issues to management, and report any unsafe conditions immediately. Responsibilities include setting up and inspecting equipment at customer sites, assisting with maintenance and repair, working collaboratively in a team environment, being flexible with scheduling, adhering to uniform requirements, participating in training, and providing excellent customer service.

Requirements

• Commercial Drivers License, Class A, with Hazardous Material and Tank endorsements (CDL/HM/CLASS A/ XT)
• A keen sense of smell.
• 5+ years of previous CDL Class A driving experience.
• Successfully complete company training programs.
• Possess a working knowledge of and ability to operate a heavy duty tractor cab, pick-up trucks, cellular phones, and various hand and power tools.
• Capable of passing a standard Department of Transportation physical examination and drug tests pursuant to legal requirements.
• Written and oral communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• A driver with bulk tank driving and equipment experience.
• A driver with a general understanding of the natural gas industry and all applicable codes and regulations, knowledge of the properties of compressed natural gas and all aspects of the loading and unloading of natural gas.
• A mechanical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Operating a heavy duty truck with an ability to hitch and pull associated equipment safely and reliably.
• Yard work / station maintenance as needed.
• Delivering a customers' compressed and/or liquefied natural gas, and equipment associated with providing the natural gas service in a timely manner to the customer' location.
• Performing pre-trip and post-trip safety inspections of vehicle and equipment.
• Documenting findings of inspections and ensuring appropriate action is taken with regard to any exceptions.
• Preparing and maintaining all appropriate documentation, certifications and endorsements required of hazardous material drivers by the Department of Transportation.
• Observing all traffic rules and practice defensive driving techniques.
• Observing all company, industry, and regulatory guidelines regarding the safe operation of equipment in the delivery of compressed and liquefied natural gas.
• Performing timely and accurate recordkeeping of deliveries in terms of time and quantity.
• Preparing driver trip reports on a daily basis and submitting to the Operations Manager.
• Informing the Management of any vehicle or equipment which requires attention or repair.
• Reporting any unsafe conditions to management immediately.
• Ability to perform set-up and inspections of the equipment at the customers' location.
• Assisting with the maintenance and repair of equipment.
• Ability to work in and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
• Ability to be flexible in terms of scheduling of work.
• Adherence to uniform and clothing requirements.
• Active participation in training seminars.
• Exhibiting a commitment to Quality Customer Service.
• Participating in company and industry activities which serve to improve personal job knowledge and performance.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate plus overtime over 40 hours worked
• Incentive pay for overnight travel lasting more than one night
• No out of pocket expenses for housing & meals when traveling. Company card provided.
• No sleeping in trucks necessary.
• New fleet vehicles
• Fantastic opportunities for career growth
• Cooperative, supportive and empowered team atmosphere
• Annual bonus and salary increase opportunities
• Monthly recognition events
• Endless wellness initiatives and community events
• Robust and customizable benefit packages
• Generous 401k with company match
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Compensated volunteer hours
• Paid time off
• Holidays
• Separate bank of sick time

What This Job Offers

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