What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transport Driver position at DAVENPORT ENERGY INC?
Job Summary:
The Transport Driver is a seasoned driver responsible for the safe and efficient transportation of fuel, such as gasoline or diesel, to customer destinations. They ensure timely deliveries, maintain fuel quality, and follow all safety regulations. They also provide exceptional customer service.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Drives truck and tanker to pick up and deliver fuel products as required.
- Apply knowledge of commercial driving and skill in maneuvering vehicle at varying speeds in difficult situations, such as heavy traffic, inclement weather, or in tight loading/unloading areas.
- Abides by all company, DOT, State, and Federal transportation safety regulations.
- Conducts pre-trip and post trip inspections of equipment for defects and safe operation conditions before and after trips, when stopped during the work day, and submits a daily vehicle inspection report on the condition at the end of each day.
- Performs basic preventive maintenance to ensure fluid levels and tire pressure are maintained.
- Maintains records required for compliance with State and Federal regulations and including driver's logs, records of fuel purchases, mileage records, and other records required Davenport Energy, Inc. or state and federal regulations.
- Ensures that all shipping documentation (bills of laden, weight tickets, etc.) required to move with shipments are available for inspection, that appropriate paperwork accompanies shipments when delivered, and that signed bills of laden for proof of delivery are turned into dispatch daily.
- Reports all accidents/incidents involving driver or company equipment immediately after an incident occurs to the Supervisor.
- Promptly reports any delays due to breakdown, weather or traffic conditions, or other emergencies.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Requires one-year minimum experience as a fuel delivery transport driver.
- Requires Class A CDL with Hazmat and Tanker endorsements, current DOT physical examination card, and clean DMV record.
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.