Fuel Truck Driver

Allan Myers•Rockville, VA

17h•Onsite

About The Position

This position drives a truck equipped with a fuel tank and bulk oils, and maintains the proper level on all equipment assigned to the driver. The role involves conducting all work in accordance with company policies, procedures, and programs. Daily pre/post trip inspections of the assigned vehicle are required to ensure maximum vehicle safety conditions and to check for any damaged or worn parts or signs of tampering. All problems found must be reported to the shop immediately. The driver will operate a fuel truck to predetermined destinations, adhering to commercial driving regulations and knowledge of the area's roads. A truck log must be maintained in accordance with state and federal regulations and company policy. Any issues with traffic or site conditions must be reported promptly. Additionally, the driver will gather information on job site locations and the presence of any light bridges or roads en route to the site. Compliance with all aspects of truck maintenance, cleanliness, and repair, as specified in the Truck Driver's Handbook, is essential. Other job-related duties may be required or assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred or related work experience
Must have Hazmat Endorsement
Must have Tanker Endorsement
1 -2 yrs Commercial driving experience
In compliance with all DOT physical requirements
Valid class B Commercial Drivers License is required
Skilled in the operation of loading and unloading of fuel and oil from the fuel truck at terminals
Valid Driver’s license required
Must follow all DOT Regulations
Ability to give and receive written or oral instructions
Must have ability to work independently
Must pass DOT physicals
Ability to read maps and follow directions to locations
Ability to maintain composure, professionalism in all situations
Must be physically able to operate, move about, and maintain the truck
Willingness to learn and adapt to change
Interact professionally with the public and others in the company while making deliveries
Ability to show composure and constraint while driving safely.

Nice To Haves

Poor driving would result in a negative perception by the public towards the company
Adaptable and Flexible

Responsibilities

Drives truck equipped with fuel tank and bulk oils and keeps proper level on all equipment assigned to the driver.
Conducts all work in accordance with company policies, procedures, and programs.
Makes daily pre/post trip inspections on assigned vehicle in order to maintain maximum vehicle safety conditions and to check for any damaged or work parts or for any signs of tampering.
Reports all problems found to the shop immediately.
Drives fuel truck to predetermined destinations applying knowledge of commercial driving regulations and of roads in the area.
Maintains a truck log in accordance with state and federal regulations and company policy.
Communicates any problems with traffic or with site conditions promptly.
Gets information on the location of the job site and the locations of any light bridges or roads on the way to the site.
Complies with all aspects of truck maintenance, cleanliness and repair in accordance with the guidelines specified in the Truck Driver's Handbook.
Performs other job-related duties as required or assigned.