Ergon Associated Asphalt Partners -Transport Driver II

Ergon • Tampa, FL

73d

About The Position

We are a great company with great pay and great benefits. Ergon Associated Asphalt Partners, a subsidiary of Ergon, Inc., is a relationship-driven company that values each employee's willingness to learn and contribute to the team. We are family-owned with locations throughout the US and Mexico, but we pride ourselves on maintaining a small-company feel. We are currently recruiting for a Transport Driver II for our Bristol, VA location. The Transport Driver is responsible for the 'on-time' and safe delivery of products for Ergon Associated Asphalt Partners while maintaining a professional appearance and attitude. Transport Drivers perform a vital function in the service of our customers by transporting product safely and efficiently while complying with all applicable federal and state transportation and safety regulations.

Requirements

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License with Tanker endorsement.
• 2-3 years of Class A CDL driving experience.
• Solid work history.
• Excellent driving record.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Customer-service focused.
• Able to understand weigh scales and basic measurements.
• High school diploma/GED preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Drive tractor-trailer (tanker) combination, applying knowledge of commercial driving regulations, to transport and deliver asphalt products over short and long distances.
• Use and/or operate equipment, including but not limited to: ladders, loading arms, control valves, metal hoses, landing gear, air lines, cords and wheel pins.
• Maneuver truck into loading and unloading position, following signals from terminal operators as needed.
• Drive truck to weigh station before and after product loading and along route to document weight.
• Drive truck into position to load at filling rack.
• Open valves or starts pumps to fill trailer.
• Read gauges or meters and records quantity loaded.
• Record amount delivered and issues ticket to customer.
• Conform to Federal and State driving regulations, including driver logs.
• Inspect truck before and after trips. Submits report indicating truck condition.
• Read 'Bill of Lading' to determine assignment.
• Responsible for re-fueling truck, checking oil and all fluids.
• Maintains truck interior.
• Able to stand and/or walk for long periods of time in a variety of weather conditions.
• Manual dexterity; ability to reach; able to bend and move with agility.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50-70 lbs.
• Able to climb up and down tank ladder as needed.
• Able to drive both manual and automatic transmission vehicles.
• Well-groomed professional appearance.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Health
• Life
• Dental
• Holidays
• Vacation
• Sick Leave
• Tuition Assistance
• Profit Sharing

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Petroleum and Coal Products Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees