Tanker Driver

BIAGI BROS INC•American Canyon, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Tanker Driver is responsible for the safe and efficient transport and delivery of freight by operating tractor-trailer combinations. This role involves loading and unloading trailers, performing fueling tasks, and conducting thorough inspections of the vehicle and equipment. The driver must adhere to all Federal and State regulations, maintain accurate records, and represent the company professionally. The position requires comfort with seasonal demands, including tight schedules, occasional weekends, and handling specific product types like wine/juice.

Requirements

Must possess a valid Commercial Driver’s License.
Doubles/Triples endorsement required.
Must have previous tractor-trailer driving experience with 48’ to 57’ dry vans or 42’ tanks to be accepted for a training position.
Must have the ability to read and write in English, and to perform simple mathematical calculations.
Must be able to drive manual transmission - 10 speed or 15 speed.
Handle receipts, read maps, road signs, and operate electronic logging devices and/or automatic on-board recording devices.
Must have working knowledge of vehicle safety and control systems.
Must have knowledge of DOT and State regulations governing safe driving, hours of service inspection and maintenance, and transportation of hazardous materials.
Must be available for around-the-clock trips and able to be away from home for extended periods.
Must meet and maintain the medical standards of the U.S. Dept. of Transportation.
Must satisfactorily pass a drug test and be subject to random alcohol and drug testing.
Must be able to sit and remain alert while driving for an aggregate period of up to 11 hours interstate and 16 hours California intrastate.
Must be able to shift a manual transmission and operate foot pedals.
Must be able to perform occasional squatting to handle and position freight.
Must be able to perform occasional crouching to handle and position freight.
Must be able to enter and exit the vehicle’s cab 8 to 10 times a day or more.
Must be able to perform occasional pushing or pulling of up to 2000 pounds on a dolly or cart.
Must be able to perform occasional pushing or pulling of freight weighing up to 50 pounds with or without a mechanical aid.
Must be able to frequently perform carrying of freight weighing 1 pound to 50 pounds.
Must be able to frequently reach for freight at waist level and occasionally reach for freight above shoulder height or below waist level.
Must be able to frequently reach above shoulder level, at waist level, and below waist level for maneuvering and directing controls.
Must be able to load and unload full trailers of freight weighing as much as 50,000 pounds.
Must be able to install and remove tire chains when required.
Must be able to spend at least 40% of the day standing and 20% of the day walking.
Must be able to climb ladders safely.
Must be able to operate electronic log-in device (ELD).
Must be able to hook and unhook various commercial vehicle combinations, manually lower and raise landing gear, operate a fifth wheel release lever, lock and release pintle hooks, attach and release safety chains, open and close cargo doors, climb into and out of vehicles and trailers, fuel vehicles and check engine oil and coolant levels.
Drivers may spend 10% to 30% of time out-of-doors, exposed to potentially difficult environmental conditions.
Drivers may be subject to irregular work schedules, temperature and weather extremes, long trips, short notice for assignment of trips, delivery schedules, delays in route and other stresses and fatigue related to driving a large commercial motor vehicle on crowded streets and highways in all kinds of weather.
Drivers typically spend 30% to 90% of on-duty time in the truck. Operators are exposed to noise and vibration levels which may be higher than those typically experienced in passenger cars.

Nice To Haves

Hazmat endorsement preferred.
Comfortable with Harvest season demands (tight windows, occasional weekends during the season, seasonal volume, wine/juice product handling).

Responsibilities

Safe and efficient transport and delivery of freight by operating tractor-trailer combinations.
Hook and unhook trailers from the tractor, including pushing/pulling dollies and operating landing gear.
Load and unload trailers, with or without mechanical assistance.
Perform fueling tasks.
Perform lifting, pulling, pushing, and carrying of freight.
Inspect tractor, trailer, and equipment for defects and safe operating condition before and after trips, and submit conditions via AOBRD.
Check shipping papers to determine load nature and how cargo is loaded.
Check for additional blocking or load locks.
Install and remove tire chains as required by weather conditions.
Drive truck to destination in accordance with Federal and State regulations.
Apply knowledge of commercial driving and skill in maneuvering the vehicle in difficult situations.
Ensure all shipping documentation is available and accompanies shipments.
Turn in signed bills of lading for proof of delivery daily or upon return to the terminal.
Maintain records for compliance with State and Federal regulations, including driver’s logs, fuel purchases, and mileage records.
Perform all duties in accordance with company policies and procedures, and comply with all Federal, State, and local regulations.
Report all accidents involving driver or company equipment.
Report highway safety hazards noted in route via two-way phone to dispatch.
Promptly report any delays due to breakdown, weather, traffic conditions, or other emergencies.
Report delays exceeding one hour in loading/unloading or irregularities in cargo pickup/delivery.
Punctuality and regular attendance are mandatory.
Perform other duties and assignments as requested by management.