Truck Driver - Lawson Transportation, LLC

Job Description

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY :

The truck driver is responsible for safely and efficiently driving, loading, transporting, and unloading fuel from the terminal to the customers.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Performs daily vehicle pre-trip safety inspection according to company guidelines.
• Maintains truck maintenance, fluid, and fuel levels as needed and assist maintenance with repairs as needed.
• Reports any vehicle mechanical problems on a timely basis to dispatch.
• Follows written and oral instruction from dispatch.
• Ability to exercise good judgment regarding work site access, unloading / operation to and from the worksite.
• Ensures materials loaded into tanker are the correct quantity and product.
• Maintain good customer relations by acting in a professional, courteous manner.
• Continuously follow all safety rules and work in a safe, efficient manner.
• Completes required paperwork timely and accurately
• Maintains communication with the dispatch on duty via telephone to advise of questions, problems, or issues on a timely basis.
• Maintains a neat and professional personal appearance.
• Keeps the interior and exterior of the truck clean and free of clutter to include regularly removing road film.
• Follows established company policies and guidelines for safety, quality, and service.
• Wears personal protective equipment as needed or required.
• Plans and completes an efficient delivery and pick up route for the day.
• Delivers fuel to correct addresses, obtaining signatures and proof of receipt when necessary.
• Maintains basic records of truck mileage and deliveries made.
• Ensures that delivery vehicle receives basic service according to maintenance schedule; reports larger service needs and mechanical issues to supervisor.
• Other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS :

• Must possess two years’ verifiable Class A with Hazmat & Tanker experience.
• Class A CDL license with Hazmat & Tanker Endorsement.
• Experience in fuel hauling and delivery.
• Must have a clean and safe driving record.
• Maintain an active DOT qualification.
• Self-motivated, organized, and can work without direct supervision.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a positive attitude that fosters effective relationships.
• Ability to drive safely.
• Ability to use navigation tools such as onboard GPS, smartphone apps, and / or web-based or physical maps.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

• Able to work up to 14 hours, with a maximum driving time per day of 11 hours and able to work according to DOT Hours of Service Regulations.
• Lift objects of various dimensions and up to 100lbs. of weight frequently.
• Ability to repeatedly climb stairs and climb ladders.
• Ability to repeatedly balance, bend from the trunk, crawl, kneel, push and pull object.
• Ability to tolerate working outdoors in all environmental temperatures and weather conditions.
• Ability to repeatedly reach, squat, and tolerate prolonged standing / walking / sitting
• Ability to repeatedly walk on uneven surfaces

EEO Statement :

We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetics, marital, or protected veteran status.

Lawson Transportation provides 'reasonable accommodations' to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws.

If you need a reasonable accommodation in order to complete the application process please contact the Human Resources Director.