Ergon Associated Asphalt Partners -Transport Driver I
About the role
Ergon Associated Asphalt Partners, a subsidiary of Ergon, Inc., is a relationship-driven, family-owned company with locations throughout the US and Mexico. 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 asphalt products while maintaining a professional appearance and attitude. This role performs a vital function in serving our customers by transporting product safely and efficiently, complying with all applicable federal and state transportation and safety regulations.
Transport Drivers report to the Terminal or Transportation Manager and interface with other employees, company leadership, customers, vendors, and regulatory agency contacts.
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 start pumps to fill trailer.
- Read gauges or meters and record quantity loaded; record amount delivered and issue ticket to customer.
- Conform to Federal and State driving regulations, including maintaining driver logs.
- Inspect truck before and after trips and submit report indicating truck condition.
- Read "Bill of Lading" to determine assignment.
- Responsible for re-fueling truck, checking oil, and all 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, 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.
Requirements
- Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License with Tanker endorsement.
- 2-3 years of Class A CDL driving experience.
- Solid work history and 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, and Dental insurance
- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
- Tuition assistance
- Profit sharing