A Tractor-Trailer Truck Driver drives large commercial vehicles such as tractor-trailers, semi-trucks, or big rigs. Responsibilities typically include transporting cargo across long distances, sometimes over the course of multiple days. They may work for trucking companies, freight carriers, logistics, or shipping companies.
We are a great company with great pay and great benefits. Ergon Associated Asphalt Partners, a subsidiary of Ergon, Inc., is a relationship-driving company that values each employee's willingness to learn and contribute to the team. We are family-owned with locations throughout the US and Mexico, but we pride ourselves on maintaining a small-company feel. We are currently recruiting for a Transport Driver I for our Bristol, VA location. The Transport Driver is responsible for the "on-time" and safe delivery of products for Ergon Associate Asphalt Partners while maintaining a professional appearance and attitude. Transport Drivers perform a vital function for the service of our customers by transporting products safely and efficiently while complying with all applicable Federal and State transportation safety regulations.
Company Interfaces:
Transport Drivers report to the Terminal or Transportation Manager in their assigned location.. The position interfaces with our employees within the terminals, company leadership, customers, vendors, and regulatory agency contacts.
Transport Driver I Job Responsibilities:
Driver tractor-trailer (tanker) combination, applying knowledge of commercial driving regulations, to transport and deliver asphalt products over short and long distances. Use and/or operate equipment, including but not limited to: ladders, loading arms, control valves, metal hoses, landing gear, air lines, cords, and wheel pins. Maneuver truck onto loading and unloading position, following signals form terminal operators as needed. Drive truck to weigh station before and after product loading and along route to document weight. Drive truck into position to load a filling rack. Read gauges or meters ad records quantity loaded. Record amount delivered and issues ticket to customer Confirm to Federal and State driving regulations, including driver logs. Inspect truck before and after trips. Submits reports indicating truck conditions. Read "Bill of Lading" to determine assignment. Responsible for re-fueling truck, checking oil and fluids. Maintains truck interior. Able to stand and/or walk for long periods of time in a variety of weather conditions. Manual dexterity; ability to reach; able to bend and move with agility. Ability to lift and move up to 50-70 lbs. Able to climb up and down tank ladder as needed. Able to drive both manual and automatic transmission vehicles. Well-groomed professional appearnace.
Transport Job I Job Qualifications:
Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License with Tank Endorsement. 2-3 years of a Class CDL driving experience. Solid work history. Excellent driving record. Strong oral and written communication skills. Customer-service focused. Able to understand weight scales and basic measurements. High school diploma/GED preferred but not required. Ergon offers a competitive benefits package: 401(k), Health, Life, Dental, Vision, Holidays, Vacation, Sick Leave, Tuition Assistance, and Profit Sharing. Ergon is an EEO/AAP Employer. Applications must be submitted online. No Walk-ins or Phone Calls will be accepted. Applicants will be contacted for interviews. Employment offer is contingent upon pre-employment drug test, background check, and MVR.
Position to be filled:
Transport Driver I Ergon, Inc. is an EEO employer and a drug-free workplace. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US and have a valid driver's license. Any employment offers are contingent upon a pre-employment drug test, background check, and MVR.
