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Ergon Associated Asphalt Partners - Transport Driver I

Ergon Asphalt & Emulsions, Inc. · Bristol, VA · 3 mo ago
ManagementFull-time

We are a great company with great pay and great benefits. Ergon Associated 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 US and Mexico, but we pride ourselves on maintaining a small-company feel. We are currently recruiting for a Transport Driver I for our Bristol, VA location.

About the role

The Transport Driver is responsible for the "on-time" and safe delivery of products for Ergon Associated Asphalt Partners while maintaining a professional appearance and attitude.

Responsibilities

  • Drive tractor-trailer (tanker) combination, applying knowledge of commercial driving regulations, to transport and deliver asphalt products over short and long distances.
  • Use and/or operate equipment, including but not limited to: ladders, loading arms, control valves, metal hoses, landing gear, air lines, cords and wheel pins.
  • Maneuver truck into 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 starts 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 condition.
  • 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 a variety of weather conditions.
  • Manual dexterity; ability to reach; able to bend and move with agility.
  • Able 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.

Qualifications

  • 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.
  • High school diploma/GED preferred but not required.

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • Health
  • Life
  • Dental
  • Holidays
  • Vacation
  • Sick Leave
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Profit Sharing

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.

Pay

Ergon offers a competitive benefits package.

Schedule

Details on schedule will be provided during the interview process.

Benefits

  • Drug-free workplace policy.
  • Pre-employment drug test and background check required.
  • Equal opportunity employer.

Ergon, Inc. is an EEO employer and a drug-free workplace. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US and have a valid driver's license. Any employment offers are contingent upon a pre-employment drug test and background check.

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