TUBE TRAILER DRIVER

American Gas Products Inc • Grand Island, NE

9d • $85,000 - $100,000

About The Position

The Tube Trailer Driver is responsible for the safe and timely delivery and pickup of helium gas for American Gas Products, Inc. (AGPI). The role operates tractor-trailer combinations with a gross vehicle weight over 26,000 lbs., maintains compliance with DOT regulations, conducts vehicle and load inspections, and completes required documentation accurately. The driver coordinates deliveries, pickups, and equipment maintenance with customers, wells, and vendors while providing excellent customer service. The position requires over-the-road travel for multiple days, including weekends and holidays, and may involve mentoring entry-level drivers.

Requirements

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License with HAZMAT and tanker endorsements.
• Clean driving record, with no moving violations or DUI or DWI convictions within the past seven years.
• Valid DOT medical certificate.
• For candidates with less than one year of experience operating trucks with a GVW over 26,000 lbs., completion of an accredited truck driving school and Entry Level Driver Training program is required.
• Strong knowledge of traffic laws, DOT regulations, and safe driving practices.
• Ability to safely transport hazardous cargo and work extended hours when required.
• Ability to read and interpret Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
• Skill in maneuvering and parking tractor-trailers and other large commercial vehicles.
• Alert, focused, detail-oriented, and able to manage stress and make decisions.
• Dependable, disciplined, resourceful, and committed to safety.
• Ability to pass random drug screenings.
• Ability to travel between the United States and Canada.
• At least 21 years of age.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States and provide appropriate documentation.

Nice To Haves

• Certificate from an accredited driving school and completion of an Entry Level Driver Training program.

Responsibilities

• Deliver helium gas to AGPI customers safely and on time according to variable routes and schedules.
• Record DOT-required hours of service, paperwork, helium tank pressure, and temperature readings accurately and report information promptly.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the tractor, trailer, and load.
• Pick up and drop off trailers, verify loads for accuracy, and deliver them as instructed.
• Work over the road for multiple days, including weekends and holidays.
• Coordinate load deliveries and pickups cooperatively with customers and wells.
• Operate and safely drive the assigned delivery vehicle, including tractor-trailer combinations with a GVW over 26,000 lbs.
• Coordinate schedules with vendors to ensure necessary maintenance and repairs are completed promptly.
• Provide excellent customer service and communicate effectively.
• Maintain a positive, can-do attitude and perform other assigned tasks and duties.
• 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, and refuse and report unsafe tasks or conditions.
• Participate in required safety meetings and training and maintain awareness of personal and coworker safety.
• Potentially mentor entry-level drivers.

Benefits

• $3,000 sign-on bonus: $1,500 after 30 days of employment and an additional $1,500 after 90 days.
• Day-1 healthcare benefits for full-time employees.
• Instant access to earnings via ADP.
• Career growth and development.
• Recognition and rewards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed