Propane Truck Driver/Service Technician
CHS Inc. is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States that provides grain, food and energy resources to businesses and consumers around the world.
About the role
CHS Northwest in Port Angeles, WA is looking for a Propane Truck Driver/Service Technician to join our team at our new facility. This individual would be responsible for hauling propane to our local customers and also help with servicing and troubleshooting of propane systems. This is a Monday–Friday, home-daily role with weekend work as needed during busy seasons.
Responsibilities
- Operate a semi-tractor and tanker trailer to deliver hazardous energy-grade materials to customer sites in a safe, compliant manner.
- Comply with DOT regulations and company policies for safe driving, including route and hazard awareness.
- Load and unload products by connecting/disconnecting loading arms and hoses; follow all hazardous material handling and transfer safety procedures.
- Deliver professional, customer-focused service during pickups and deliveries; coordinate with customers and internal teams.
- Prepare delivery documentation and daily load/unload reports; record accurate electronic logs.
- Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections; submit maintenance reports and escalate repair needs and equipment issues promptly.
- Immediately notify leadership of incidents, near misses, spills/releases, or safety concerns; execute required response and reporting procedures.
- Support related tasks such as equipment hookups, site readiness checks, and assigned duties.
Requirements
- Valid Class A or Class B CDL (as required for the equipment/route).
- Valid Hazmat and Tanker endorsements.
- 2+ years of verifiable CDL driving experience.
- Must meet age requirement.
- Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety and compliance, and complete required documentation accurately.
Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience hauling hazardous materials.
- Demonstrated safety performance and consistent adherence to procedures in hazardous materials operations.
- Demonstrated customer service and communication skills; interact professionally with internal teams and customers.
- Demonstrated experience completing tanker product transfers (loading/unloading) and related documentation in a regulated environment.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to safely climb in and out of truck cabs and to the top of a tanker trailer.
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and in environments with regular exposure to hazardous materials.
Pay
Compensation includes base wage and, depending upon position, may include other earnings such as bonus, incentives and commissions. Actual pay offered will vary based on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, experience, education, training, specialized skills and certifications, minimum wage/salary requirements under local law.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Wellness programs.
- Life insurance.
- Health and dependent care spending accounts.
- Paid time off.
- 401(k) and pension.
- Profit sharing.
- Short- and long-term disability.
- Tuition reimbursement and adoption assistance, subject to eligibility requirements.