Oil or Propane Driver - $2,000 Sign on Bonus

About the role

This position is accountable for the safe, efficient, timely, and courteous delivery of one or more energy products: fuel oil, diesel fuel, off-road diesel fuel, gasoline, and propane. In quieter times of business, drivers also assist in meter reading, tank setting, fleet reconditioning, and maintenance of company-owned and operated properties.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently delivers distillates and propane as directed by the distribution office team, observing all applicable safety practices and company regulations in the performance of duties.
• Performs “return to service” duties that include leak checks and relighting of appliances (propane), and prime/starts (oil).
• Maintains a daily respectful, timely dialogue with the office staff and Distribution Manager/Operations Manager.
• Inspects and maintains delivery trucks, including:
  • Thorough, regular pre-trip inspections as required by state and Federal agencies (DOT, FMCSA), to be documented along with any other truck issues in the company’s fleet management software.
  • Paperwork (e.g. inspection stickers/reports, registrations, hazmat permits, insurance cards, shipping papers).
  • Regular interior and exterior cleaning.
  • Monthly meter creep testing (propane).
  • Daily emergency shutoff testing (propane).
• Maintains and submits accurate reports and customer payments.
• Participates in regular safety and operations meetings, proposing ideas for improving delivery processes.
• Executes on the safety strategy defined by the company management team.
• Uses Personal Protective Equipment when applicable (e.g. masks, goggles, face shields, gloves, and boots).
• Provides customer service support for delivery matters as necessary, either in person or by involving other members of the distribution team.
• Keeps the office team and Distribution Manager/Operations Manager informed on delivery or customer situations that arise.
• Assists in off-season tasks such as fleet reconditioning, meter reading, tank setting, and landscaping/maintenance of company properties.
• Executes other tasks and duties assigned by the Distribution Manager/Operations Manager.

Requirements

• A complete commitment to safety, for self, team, and the customer.
• Driven to meet and exceed customer satisfaction expectations, including timely issue resolution and proactive customer outreach.
• Concise, effective verbal and written communications skills.
• Ability to work well independently, and as part of a larger team,