Truck Driver Apprentice

Truck Driver Apprentice

Looking for a career with purpose? One that grows your skills and contributes to a highly successful team?

If you answered yes to these questions, then we would like you to join our industry-leading Delivery Driver Apprentice Program.

Our full-time company-paid training program includes a detailed curriculum and unparalleled on-the-job training that provides apprentices with the necessary tools to jumpstart a rewarding career. At the conclusion of the program, you will have a Commercial Driver's License with hazmat, tanker, and air brake endorsements and will be prepared to take the next step to become one of our local Delivery Drivers.

Responsibilities

• Learn the basics of propane and/or heating oil delivery through structured on-the-job and instructor led training
• Complete online training modules in areas such as safety, security, and hazmat
• Obtain a Commercial Driver's License with hazmat, tanker, and air brake endorsements as well as a valid Medical Examiner's Certificate allowing for operation in interstate commerce
• Assist with the delivery of propane and/or heating oil

Why join the Suburban Propane team? Because we care about the physical, mental, and financial wellbeing of our employees and provide them with competitive pay plus incentive potential and an outstanding benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, and vision (eligibility after just 30 days of employment)
• Paid time off that increases with tenure
• A 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
• A new employee training program and many opportunities for continued learning and career development
• Disability and life insurance
• Employee recognition program
• Generous tuition assistance program
• Propane discounts

$19.40 - $23.10 an hour (dependent on experience)

This position may be eligible for overtime pay based on business needs.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift and pull equipment that weighs 50 to 75 lbs.
• Possess exceptional customer service skills
• Willingness to work outside in all weather conditions
• Must be able to satisfy the English Language Proficiency qualification requirements in 49 CFR 391.11(b)(2) by responding to official inquiries and understanding highway traffic signs and signals in the English language. This includes the ability to read and speak the English language sufficiently to converse with the general public, understand highway traffic signs and signals in English, respond to official inquiries, and make entries on reports and records.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. As part of our pre-employment hiring process, background checks and drug screens are performed. For more information about our hiring process, please visit:

At Suburban Propane, we know that our strength comes from our diverse and inclusive team of employees who make a difference in the communities we serve across the country every day. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all applicants for employment without regard to an individual's age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, color, creed, religion, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, marital status, familial status, physical or mental disability, handicap, military or veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other category protected under federal, state or local law, regulation, or ordinance.