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

Ergon Asphalt and Emulsions, Inc•Hopewell, VA

3d•$25 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

Ergon Associated Asphalt Partners is recruiting a Transport Driver II to safely and punctually transport and deliver asphalt products while maintaining a professional appearance and attitude. The role serves customers by transporting products efficiently and complying with applicable federal and state transportation and safety requirements. Drivers interact with terminal employees, company leadership, customers, vendors, and regulatory agencies, and report to the Terminal or Transportation Manager at their assigned location. The driver operates a tractor-trailer tanker combination over short and long distances. Duties include loading and unloading products, documenting weights and quantities, issuing delivery tickets, maintaining driver logs, inspecting and caring for the truck, and following transportation regulations. The position requires physical activity including standing, walking, lifting, bending, reaching, and climbing tank ladders in varying weather conditions. A sign-on bonus is available based on experience and endorsements, with 30% paid upon hire and the remainder after six months. The company offers a competitive benefits package. Employment offers are contingent on a pre-employment drug test, background check, and motor vehicle record review. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States 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 approach.
Ability to understand weigh scales and basic measurements.
Must be able to obtain a TWIC card.
Able to drive vehicles with both manual and automatic transmissions.
Able to stand and/or walk for long periods in a variety of weather conditions; reach, bend, and move with agility; lift and move up to 50–70 pounds; and climb tank ladders as needed.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and have a valid driver's license.
Employment offers are contingent upon a pre-employment drug test, background check, and motor vehicle record review.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Drive a tractor-trailer tanker combination to transport and deliver asphalt products over short and long distances.
Operate equipment such as 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 operators' signals as needed.
Drive through weigh stations before and after loading and along the route to document weight.
Position the truck at the filling rack, operate valves or pumps to fill the trailer, and read gauges or meters to record quantities loaded.
Record delivered amounts and issue tickets to customers.
Comply with federal and state driving regulations, including maintaining driver logs.
Inspect the truck before and after trips and submit a report on its condition.
Read bills of lading to determine assignments.
Refuel the truck and check oil and other fluids.
Maintain the truck interior.
Maintain a well-groomed, professional appearance.