Driver I

Pinnacle Propane, LLC • Silver City, NM

4d

About The Position

Pinnacle Propane drivers safely and efficiently deliver propane to residential and commercial customers while upholding high standards of safety, reliability, customer service, and regulatory compliance. The Driver I operates a bobtail truck, fills customer tanks, maintains and inspects the vehicle and its safety equipment, and completes delivery records. The role also involves customer interaction and basic propane safety education, compliance with transportation and hazardous-materials requirements, and assistance with yard and bulk plant operations. Drivers may participate in on-call or after-hours emergency delivery rotations as required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of truck driving experience.
• Valid Class A, B, or C commercial driver's license (CDL).
• Hazmat, Tanker, and Air Brakes endorsements indicated on the license.
• Ability to operate in adverse weather conditions, including off-road conditions.
• Ability to comply with DOT rules and regulations.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents, manuals, and reports.
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from clients, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
• Consistently demonstrate cooperative, team-oriented behavior.
• Safety-conscious understanding of safe work practices for operating in the oil and gas field and on the road.
• Ability to maintain cleanliness and perform minor equipment maintenance, ensure equipment is mechanically sound and in good working order, and report deficiencies to maintenance staff.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to push or pull heavy objects using up to 50 pounds of force.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to use fine motor skills to operate office equipment and/or machinery.
• Ability to properly drive and operate a company vehicle.
• Ability to receive and comprehend instructions verbally and/or in writing.
• Ability to use logical reasoning for simple and complex problem solving.

Nice To Haves

• Oil, gas, or propane experience is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely load and deliver propane by bobtail truck to residential and commercial locations.
• Fill customer tanks of various sizes by connecting the delivery hose to the tank location, whether indoors or outdoors.
• Perform daily truck maintenance, verify safety supplies, keep the truck clean and orderly, and report issues to managers.
• Maintain positive, professional relationships with customers and meet delivery windows reliably.
• Conduct and document pre-trip, en route, and post-trip truck inspections in compliance with DOT regulations, and report defects immediately.
• Safely connect, disconnect, and transfer propane using proper hose handling, grounding, and bonding procedures.
• Verify customer tank levels, capacity, and system integrity before and after delivery to ensure accurate fills and prevent overfilling.
• Use metering and ticketing systems to record delivered gallons and obtain customer signatures or confirmations when required.
• Identify and respond to propane leaks, system irregularities, and safety hazards, including carrying out emergency shutdown procedures when necessary.
• Comply with Hazmat requirements, including placarding, shipping papers, and emergency response information while in transit.
• Navigate delivery routes using routing systems or dispatch instructions and adjust routes for weather, traffic, or customer needs.
• Provide customers with basic information about propane safety, tank use, and emergency contact procedures.
• Ensure proper tank placement clearances and code compliance, with awareness of NFPA 58, when servicing or observing customer systems.
• Participate in on-call or after-hours emergency delivery rotations as required.
• Accurately and promptly complete electronic or manual delivery documentation aligned with billing and inventory systems.
• Monitor vehicle telemetry or onboard technology systems, if equipped, to support safe driving, route optimization, and compliance tracking.
• Follow hours-of-service requirements and maintain accurate ELD or paper logs as applicable.
• Assist with yard and bulk plant operations, including loading propane, inspecting storage tanks, and maintaining facility cleanliness and safety.
• Respond courteously to customer inquiries or concerns in the field while prioritizing safety.

Benefits

• Medical insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Paid community volunteering day.
• Paid time off.
• Company holidays.
• Retirement savings plan with employer contributions.

What This Job Offers

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