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Ergon Associated Asphalt Partners -Transport Driver II

Ergon Asphalt and Emulsions
Full-time
On-site
Bristol, Virginia, United States
Logistics & Transportation

We are a great company with great pay and great benefits. Ergon Associated Asphalt Partners, a subsidiary of Ergon, Inc., is a relationship-driven 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 II for our Bristol, VA location.

The Transport Driver is responsible for the "on-time" and safe delivery of products for Ergon Associated Asphalt Partners while maintaining a professional appearance and attitude.

Transport Drivers perform a vital function in the service of our customers by transporting product safely and efficiently while complying with all applicable federal and state transportation and safety regulations.

Company Interfaces:

  • Transport Drivers report to the Terminal or Transportation Manager in their assigned location.
  • The position interfaces with other employees within the terminals, company leadership, customers, vendors and regulatory agency contacts.

Transport Driver II Job Responsibilities:

  • Drive 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 into loading and unloading position, following signals from 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 at filling rack.
  • Open valves or starts pumps to fill trailer.
  • Read gauges or meters and records quantity loaded.
  • Record amount delivered and issues ticket to customer.
  • Conform to Federal and State driving regulations, including driver logs.
  • Inspect truck before and after trips. Submits report indicating truck condition.
  • Read "Bill of Lading" to determine assignment.
  • Responsible for re-fueling truck, checking oil and all 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 appearance.

Transport Driver II Job Qualifications:

  • Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License with Tanker endorsement.
  • 2-3 years of Class A CDL driving experience.
  • Solid work history.
  • Excellent driving record.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Customer-service focused.
  • Able to understand weigh scales and basic measurements.
  • High school diploma/GED preferred but not required.

Ergon offers a competitive benefits package: 401(k), Health, Life, Dental, 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. Applicant will be contacted for interviews.

Employment offer contingent upon pre-employment drug test, background check, and MVR.

Position to be filled: Transport Driver II

Pre-employment background, drug and MVR