Job Description
PRIMARY PURPOSE:
Under minimal supervision ensures the safe and efficient loading and delivery of hazardous materials.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/FUNCTIONS:
- Has the physical and mental ability to operate a commercial fuel truck/trailer in a safe and expert manner in any traffic, weather and timing.
- Has a thorough knowledge of all applicable laws and company procedures and is committed to complying with them at all times.
- Inspects assigned vehicle prior to and at end of shift; reports any mechanical deficiencies to the appropriate persons.
- Has a full understanding of load rack operations.
- Has a full understanding of delivery site location tank layouts and truck offloading procedures.
- Ensures that the truck is loaded and unloaded within company policy as well as D.O.T./Environmental guidelines.
- Uses all resources available (dispatch, site maps, tank labeling, consult with senior personnel, etc,) to ensure that the correct products are delivered to the correct customer storage tanks and locations.
- Utilizes the delivery site's automated inventory management system (Insight, Fuelquest and smart tank etc.) to confirm, whenever possible, that the dispatched quantity will fit safely prior to loading.
- Has a full understanding of a transport Bill of Lading and advises the appropriate person(s) of any discrepancies requiring corrections.
- Identifies Emergency Matters; and notifies the appropriate personnel as necessary.
- Documents tank opening / closing; product and water levels on the customer BOL.
- Prior to starting a delivery, uses the opening product levels to perform calculations to ensure the quantity shown on the BOL will fit.
- Post delivery, uses the opening and closing product levels, to perform calculations to ensure that the quantities shown on the BOL were completely and correctly delivered.
- Has a working understanding of load rack procedures/policies at outside supply points for loading of product not carried at Aloha Petroleum terminals.
- Must be able to meet all physical and mental demands of the job.
Daily Duties:
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Completes a Daily Truck Inspection Report
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Completes a Driver's Daily Shift Report
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Maintains a record of daily/weekly on duty hours in accordance with D.O.T. guidelines
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Completes daily timekeeping requirements
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Completes work as assigned
Periodic Duties:
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Attends monthly safety meetings.
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Takes and passes - DOT Drivers Physical (usually every 2-years)
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Maintains all Hazmat certifications (usually every 3-years)
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Attends Driver Improvement Program training (usually once per year)
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Must be able to pass required Drug and Alcohol Testing
Occasional Duties:
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Equipment Use:
- Truck and Trailer
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Tractor Trailer
- Automated Inventory Management Systems
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Load Rack
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Storage tanks
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Computer
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Smart Tablet
Work Hours:
Bids on work shift according to work seniority in Driver group; which may include evenings, weekends and holidays
MENTAL DEMANDS:
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Safety First attitude
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Demonstrates independent judgment and good organization of work assignments.
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Demonstrates the importance of professionalism and achievement.
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Always demonstrates quality customer service.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
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Physical dexterity and strength necessary to safely enter into and exit from delivery vehicles, including cab-over and conventional tractors.
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Physical dexterity to enable squatting and bending as necessary to connect/disconnect delivery elbows and drop hoses.
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Physical strength to lift approximately 50 pounds on a routine basis.
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Ability to work 10-hour shifts or longer if required
COMMUNICATION DEMANDS:
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Skills/Knowledge:
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Mechanical aptitude
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Possesses the ability to use basic computer programs
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Possesses general familiarity with Company operating guidelines, procedures, and standards.
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Resolves work-related problems and works well under pressure.
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Availability to work on weekends, nights, overtime and holidays as may be required
Education/Training:
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Hazardous material training.
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DOT regulations for truck operators.
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Possess valid State of Hawaii driver's CDL license with hazmat endorsements and TX qualifications.
Experience:
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Two years driving experience delivering petroleum products preferred
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Qualified to drive tractor and semi-trailer and/or doubles
REPORTS TO: Fleet Supervisor
