DOT General Laborer

Ferrellgas • Fort Wayne, IN

19d

About The Position

Ferrellgas is hiring a DOT General Laborer for a hands-on combination role involving material handling and driver support. The position includes inspecting, repairing, filling, and loading propane cylinders, maintaining materials and work areas, and assisting with propane deliveries when business needs and qualifications require it. The role involves local routes, with drivers home every night, and participation in an on-call rotation for after-hours and weekend emergency deliveries or responses. Candidates must be comfortable lifting heavy cylinders and must hold or be willing and able to obtain a Class A or B CDL with hazmat and tanker endorsements.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of related work experience.
• At least 21 years of age.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• Must pass a background check and drug screen.
• Genuine commitment to providing superior customer service.
• Ability to pass a DOT physical and Transportation Security Administration (TSA) background check.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident, or otherwise authorized to work in the United States.
• Must not now or in the future require sponsorship for an employment visa.
• Ability to lift heavy cylinders.
• Class A or B CDL with hazmat and tanker endorsements, or willingness and ability to obtain the license and endorsements promptly.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Class A or B CDL with hazmat and tanker endorsements is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, repair, fill, and load cylinders.
• Handle and maintain the flow of materials and products in accordance with safety guidelines.
• Scrape and paint cylinders and tanks as needed.
• Maintain the service center office, plant, and yard to ensure a professional appearance.
• Promote safety and customer satisfaction.
• When required based on business needs and qualifications, load, secure, transport, deliver, and unload propane at specified destinations.
• Follow DOT-related safety procedures, including inspecting equipment, supplies, and vehicles.
• Ensure all DOT requirements are met at all times.
• Participate in an on-call rotation for after-hours and weekend emergency deliveries or responses.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Accident and critical illness insurance
• Company-provided short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance and AD&D
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Medicare support
• Referral program
• Employee discount programs
• Propane savings
• Local routes with drivers home every night

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED