Ergon Associated Asphalt Partners-Transport Driver II - Roanoke, VA

Ergon Asphalt and Emulsions, Inc•Roanoke, VA

4d•$24 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

Ergon Associated Asphalt Partners is recruiting a Transport Driver II for its Roanoke, Virginia location. The driver is responsible for delivering products on time and safely while maintaining a professional appearance and attitude. The role supports customer service by transporting products efficiently and complying with applicable federal and state transportation and safety requirements. The Transport Driver II operates a tractor-trailer tanker combination to transport asphalt products over short and long distances. The driver uses equipment such as ladders, loading arms, control valves, metal hoses, landing gear, air lines, cords, and wheel pins; positions the truck for loading and unloading; and handles loading, measurement, weight documentation, and delivery tickets. The role also includes inspecting and maintaining the truck, documenting its condition, and following driving regulations and driver-log requirements. Drivers report to the Terminal or Transportation Manager at their assigned location and interact with terminal employees, company leadership, customers, vendors, and regulatory agencies. A sign-on bonus is offered, with the amount based on experience and endorsements; it is paid in two installments, with 30% upon hire and the balance after six months of employment. Employment offers are contingent on a pre-employment drug test, background check, and motor vehicle record check. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. and have a valid driver's license.

Requirements

Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License with Tanker Endorsement.
2–3 years of Class A 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.
Able to drive both manual and automatic transmission vehicles.
Able to stand and/or walk for long periods in a variety of weather conditions.
Manual dexterity and ability to reach, bend, and move with agility.
Able to lift and move up to 50–70 pounds.
Able to climb up and down tank ladders as needed.
Well-groomed professional appearance.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. and have a valid driver's license.
Employment offers are contingent upon a pre-employment drug test, background check, and MVR.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.
Hazmat endorsement is included in some sign-on bonus tiers.

Responsibilities

Drive a tractor-trailer tanker combination to transport and deliver asphalt products over short and long distances.
Operate equipment including ladders, loading arms, control valves, metal hoses, landing gear, air lines, cords, and wheel pins.
Maneuver the truck into loading and unloading positions, following terminal operator signals as needed.
Drive to weigh stations before and after loading and along the route to document weight.
Position the truck at the filling rack, open valves or start pumps to fill the trailer, and read gauges or meters to record quantities loaded.
Record amounts delivered and issue tickets to customers.
Comply with federal and state driving regulations, including driver-log requirements.
Inspect the truck before and after trips and submit a report on its condition.
Read the Bill of Lading to determine the assignment.
Refuel the truck and check oil and other fluids.
Maintain the truck interior.
Maintain a professional appearance and attitude while serving customers.