Fuel Transport Driver

Who We Are Meritum Energy is a leading provider of propane, natural gas, diesel, and other mobile energy solutions throughout Texas, New Mexico, Florida, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Missouri, Kansas and North Carolina. Known for our unwavering commitment to safety, service excellence, and community partnership, we proudly stand by our company motto: We Sell Service. Why Join Us? Benefits We're committed to supporting our team members with benefits that match our values of safety, service and stability. Here's what you can expect: Competitive hourly wage 401(k) with 6% company match Health and vision insurance Company paid dental insurance Company paid AD&D and life insurance Paid time off with rollover hours Referral bonus programs Job Summary Pico Propane and Fuels, a Meritum Energy Holdings Company, in Weslaco, TX is seeking a Fuel Transport Driver to join the team! The Transport Driver is responsible for loading, transporting and delivering refined fuels using a tanker truck (11,400-gallon capacity). This position requires a Class A CDL license with hazmat and tanker endorsements. Duties/Responsibilities Comply with all city, state, and federal regulations Loads, secures, transports, delivers and unloads product Performs pre- and post-trip inspections on equipment used for the transportation of hazardous materials Plans and accomplishes operational assignments that are varied and moderately complex to complex Gauges tank volumes and tests product quality and specifications of bulk petroleum products while transporting from a variety of locations using a class eight tractor and a tanker trailer Maintains the operational efficiency of vehicles by monitoring truck maintenance needs, conducting minor repairs and conducting daily DOT truck inspections to ensure maximum vehicle safety Maintains and completes accurate records by documenting truck inspections, hours of service, product transported, and miles driven Ensures that delivery vehicle receives service according to maintenance schedule; reports larger service needs and mechanical issues to supervisor Performs other related duties as assigned The absence of specific statements of duties does not exclude those tasks from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment of the position. Qualifications Skills/Abilities: Ability to effectively and efficiently use navigation tools such as GPS, smartphone apps, and/or web-based or physical maps Ability to maintain accurate logs and records Ability to carry out a series of instructions with limited supervision Knowledge of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations Education And Experience High school diploma or equivalent Class A CDL license with tanker and hazmat endorsements required Must meet all DOT requirements Ability to obtain Transportation Workers Identification Card (TWIC) No more than 1 moving violation in the previous 2 years 3+ years tractor and trailer experience in propane and/or fuel distribution (preferred) 1+ years tanker experience within the last 5 years Physical, Mental, And Behavioral Requirements The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by the incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Position requires the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch and manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to heavy weights of 10 to 80 lbs. for approximately 90% of the work shift Ability to regularly climb in and out of a commercial motor vehicle, multiple times per work shift Good hand eye coordination, arm hand and finger dexterity, including the ability to grasp and visual acuity to operate equipment is required, including at night Frequent sitting, reaching with hands and arms Must be able to speak and hear Position is subject to pre-hire DOT medical certification requirements and drug and/or alcohol testing, as well as a physical abilities test performed by a company provider Must pass the pre-employment screening Position may require …

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