Tanker Driver

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a semi-trailer/tractor unit with gross vehicle of 100,000 lbs in the timely pick-up and delivery of bulk water from spring sites to company bottling plants.
• Load and unload tanker truck safely.
• Act as a team player by supporting the team with decisions and helping others when needed.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the vehicle.
• Adhere to all traffic laws and regulations.
• Communicate effectively with dispatchers and plant personnel.
• Complete all DOT required documents and reports following required laws and standards.
• Avoid damage to company assets by securing product loads before and during transport.
• Maintain a clean and safe vehicle.
• Maintain accurate driving logs, inventory, and records.
• Operate forklift safely to unload and reload trailer with company products.
• Be courteous, outgoing, and always maintain a professional image.
• Understand and maintain load and freight weight requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• Must be 21 years of age or older (DOT requirement).
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with tanker endorsement required at the time of hire.
• 1 - 2 years commercial tanker driving experience, minimum 100,000 pound GVW preferred.
• Clean Motor Vehicle Report (MVR): Only one license held, no DUI/DWI, refusal to test, leaving the scene of an accident, driving a commercial vehicle without a CDL, or at-fault fatal accidents, driving-related suspensions, revocations, or cancellations; disqualifying offenses; or reckless driving incidents.
• Ability to read and interpret information such as driving routes, safety rules, sales tickets, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to sit, stand, push, pull, climb ladders, walk all day, and move/lift objects weighing up to 75 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to work independently, efficiently, and in several types of weather.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work independently.
• Experience operating a sit-down forklift and/or pallet jack preferred.