Delivery Petroleum Driver
About The Position
Under general supervision, the Delivery Petroleum Driver safely and efficiently delivers propane to customer locations while maintaining and improving customer satisfaction. The role involves driving a company delivery vehicle, working in the field, interacting with customers, supporting sales initiatives, and maintaining a positive attitude toward safety, sales, customer service, and teamwork. The driver may enter customers’ homes or businesses and work in hot attics, cold locations, and varied weather and driving conditions. Overtime is possible during the heating season, and the position participates in an on-call rotation for after-hours and weekend emergency deliveries or responses. Other duties may include yard or plant maintenance and dock work.
Requirements
- Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Hazmat and Tanker endorsements; air-brakes endorsement is also required.
- At least two years of CDL and Hazmat experience; the posting also specifies a minimum two-year CDL license and at least two years of work-related experience.
- High school diploma or equivalent education level listed as high school.
- Pass a pre-employment DOT physical, drug test, and Homeland Security background check.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with existing and potential customers.
- Good interpersonal skills and willingness to take direction from the plant manager.
- Excellent customer service skills and a positive, enthusiastic attitude toward safety, sales, customer service, and teamwork.
- Ability to work outdoors in varied weather and driving conditions and flexibility to work outside the basic job description.
- Ability to frequently lift cylinders weighing 40–50 pounds; the posting also states regular lifting of 60 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- Prior gas delivery experience is helpful.
- Desire to succeed and advance in a team environment.
Responsibilities
- Achieve delivery objectives set by the local District Manager.
- Load, secure, transport, deliver, and unload propane to and from specified destinations.
- Inspect the vehicle daily, report problems, and notify a supervisor of needed equipment, supplies, or routine maintenance.
- Operate the truck according to established safety procedures and comply with DOT requirements.
- Prepare and maintain records in accordance with regulations and company procedures.
- Interact with customers, provide service information, answer inquiries, and deliver excellent customer service.
- Assist with sales initiatives.
- Participate in the on-call rotation for after-hours and weekend emergency deliveries or responses.
- Perform other assigned duties, including yard and plant maintenance or dock work.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
