What are the responsibilities and job description for the Residential Heating Oil - Delivery Driver position at Townsend Energy?
Residential Heating Oil – Delivery Driver
About Townsend Energy
Since 1931, Townsend Energy has provided dependable energy and HVAC services for residential and light commercial customers throughout Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Maine. We take pride in delivering innovative energy solutions while maintaining outstanding customer service. As an equal opportunity employer, we are dedicated to fostering a safe workplace where customers remain our top priority.
Company Benefits:
- Medical insurance with employer contributions for individuals and families
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
- Dental and vision coverage
- Company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance
- Long-term disability insurance
- 401(k) with company matching
- Up to 80 hours of accrued vacation
- 9 paid holidays, including floating holidays
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Discounted rates on home, auto, renters, and recreational vehicle insurance
- Optional supplemental insurance plans, including accident, disability, life, cancer, critical illness, hospital confinement, and dental coverage
What We Provide:
- Company-provided uniforms, phone, and tablet
- Employee discounts on Townsend Energy products and services
Seasonal Position: November through April Cross-Training Available: Oil & Propane Delivery
Pay: $30.00–$35.00 per hour (based on experience), plus bonus opportunities
Shift: Day shift, 8-hour schedule with flexible start times
Schedule: Full-time with rotating on-call responsibilities and occasional Saturdays
Work Locations: Danvers, MA • Newburyport, MA • Manchester, NH
Key Responsibilities:
- Load and unload fuel trucks for daily deliveries
- Deliver heating oil safely and accurately to customer locations
- Follow assigned routes and delivery schedules
- Comply with all DOT regulations and company safety procedures
- Complete pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
- Maintain a professional and courteous attitude when interacting with customers and coworkers
Qualifications:
- At least one year of oil delivery experience
- Valid driver's license with a clean, insurable driving record
- CDL Class B or higher (Class A preferred)
- Current Tanker, Hazmat, and Air Brake endorsements
- Ability to pass a DOT physical and other DOT requirements
- Safe driving habits and commitment to customer service
- Familiarity with GPS systems, smartphone navigation, and route planning
- Basic tablet and data entry skills
- Ability to maintain delivery logs and required documentation
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous fuel delivery experience
- CTEP Certification
- Massachusetts or New Hampshire Propane License
- Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
- Massachusetts Hoisting/Crane License
- Current Medic First Aid and CPR certification
Candidates will be required to pass a background check and drug test upon being given a conditional offer of employment.
Salary : $30 - $35