Ergon Associated Asphalt Partners - Transport Driver I

About the role

We are a family-owned company with locations throughout the US and Mexico, and we pride ourselves on maintaining a small-company feel. We are currently recruiting for a Transport Driver I for our Bristol, VA location. The Transport Driver is responsible for the "on-time" and safe delivery of products for Ergon Associate Asphalt Partners while maintaining a professional appearance and attitude.

Responsibilities

• Driver 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 onto 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 a filling rack.
• Read gauges or meters and records quantity loaded.
• Record amount delivered and issues ticket to customer.
• Confirm to Federal and State driving regulations, including driver logs.
• Inspect truck before and after trips and submit reports indicating truck conditions.
• Read "Bill of Lading" to determine assignment.
• Responsible for re-fueling truck, checking oil and fluids.
• Maintain 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.
• Ability 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.
• Maintain a well-groomed professional appearance.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License with Tank Endorsement.
• 2-3 years of Class CDL driving experience.
• Solid work history.
• Excellent driving record.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Customer-service focused.
• Able to understand weight scales and basic measurements.
• High school diploma/GED preferred but not required.

Benefits

Ergon offers a competitive benefits package, including 401(k), Health, Life, Dental, Vision, Holidays, Vacation, Sick Leave, Tuition Assistance, and Profit Sharing.