Driver - Crude Oil

Genesis Energy•Princeton, LA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Drive and operate an 18-wheel tractor/cargo tank to safely transport crude oil from the field to pipeline injection point or refinery. This role involves opening and closing valves, gauging product volume in storage tanks, testing product quality, and maintaining accurate records. The driver is responsible for ensuring the safe operation of the vehicle and adherence to all safety programs and DOT regulations. This is considered a Safety Sensitive position.

Requirements

Must possess a valid class A CDL with Tank and Hazardous Materials endorsements (X).
Must pass a pre-employment DOT medical exam.
Must pass DOT pre-employment drug and alcohol screenings.
Must possess a driving record which contains no more than two (2) moving violations during the previous three (3) years.
Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English.
Adherence to applicable D.O.T. regulations.
Subject to pre-employment and random Drug and Alcohol testing.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Two plus years of verifiable tractor/semi-trailer driving experience preferred.
Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC) card preferred.

Responsibilities

Drive and operate an 18-wheel tractor/cargo tank to safely transport crude oil.
Open and close required valves to allow product to flow in or out of the trailer.
Climb storage tank (15’ to 30’) to gauge volume of product.
Test product using on-board oil centrifuge and spinning for 5 minutes.
Check and record bottom sediment, water percent, temperature and gravity of the product.
Record volume and lease site load/unload activity into hand-held computer for printing of run tickets.
Prepare driver’s Daily Report and other paperwork.
Inspect truck, tires, and tank and surrounding area for safety concerns.
Ensure all operating equipment is in proper working order and meets safety conditions.
Report the volume of product hauled for accounting, revenue and payroll purposes.
Actively participate in and promote the Company’s safety programs.