Ergon Associated Asphalt Partners - Transport Driver II

Ergon Asphalt and Emulsions, Inc•Hopewell, VA

9d•$22 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

Ergon 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 U.S. and Mexico, but we pride ourselves on maintaining a small-company feel. We are a great company with great pay and great benefits. 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 and is responsible for "on time" and safe delivery of products for Ergon Associated Asphalt Partners while maintaining a professional appearance and attitude. Company Interfaces: Transport Drivers report to the Terminal or Transportation Manager in their assigned location. The position interfaces with other employees within the terminals, company leadership, customers, vendors, and regulatory agency contacts.

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.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the US and have a valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma/GED preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Drive tractor-trailer (tanker) combinations, applying knowledge of commercial driving regulations, to transport and deliver asphalt products over short and long distances.
Use and/or operating equipment, including but not limited to; ladders, loading arms, control valves, metal hoses, landing gear, air lines, cords, and wheel pins.
Maneuver truck onto 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 start 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 conditions.
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 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.