CDL Class A - ROUTE DRIVER - Sign on Bonus
About The Position
The Route Driver is responsible for the safe, timely delivery and pickup of compressed gas cylinders for American Gas Products, Inc. (AGPI), serving local and regional business customers from the Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin Depot. Using a company-provided truck, the driver loads, unloads, and returns cylinders while complying with safety regulations. The role involves frequent customer interaction and requires professionalism, strong communication skills, and a commitment to service. The position is full-time, with standard workdays of at least eight hours and additional hours as required to complete deliveries. Drivers may work over-the-road shuttle assignments for up to five consecutive days at least two weeks per month, including weekends and holidays as needed.
Requirements
- Valid Class A driver's license with HAZMAT and tanker endorsements.
- No moving violations, DUI, or DWI convictions within the past seven years.
- Valid DOT medical certificate.
- If having less than one year of experience operating trucks with a GVW over 26,000 pounds, a certificate from an accredited truck driving school and completion of the Entry Level Driver Training program are required.
- Strong knowledge of traffic laws and DOT regulations.
- Ability to transport hazardous cargo and drive up to eight hours per day, with flexibility for extended hours as needed.
- Ability to read and interpret material safety data sheets (MSDS).
- Skill in maneuvering and parking large trucks.
- Alertness, focus, attention to detail, and strong stress-management skills.
- Dependability, discipline, and resourcefulness.
- Must be at least 21 years old.
Nice To Haves
- Certificate from an accredited driving school and completion of the Entry Level Driver Training program.
Responsibilities
- Safely deliver compressed gas cylinders to customers on a set route and schedule, and return empty cylinders for refilling.
- Provide customer service, including answering questions about product costs, ordering, and delivery times.
- Maintain and reconcile delivery documentation, including load manifests, barcodes, FDA lot numbers, and shipping records.
- Perform over-the-road shuttle assignments for up to five consecutive days at least two weeks per month, including weekends and holidays as needed.
- Safely operate trucks with a gross vehicle weight over 26,000 pounds.
- Promptly report safety hazards and immediately report incidents, accidents, or injuries to HR and management.
- Follow AGPI and customer safety policies and procedures, wear required PPE, refuse and report unsafe tasks or conditions, and participate in required safety meetings and training.
- Maintain awareness of personal and coworker safety.
- Maintain a positive, can-do attitude and perform other assigned duties.
- May mentor entry-level drivers.
Benefits
- $12,000 sign-on bonus, paid in installments of $4,000 after 30, 90, and 180 days of employment.
- Day-one healthcare benefits for full-time employees.
- Instant access to earnings via ADP.
- Career growth and development.
- Recognition and rewards.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
