Class A CDL Truck Driver

Driver Position

The position of a Driver is of great significance to Valley Wide Cooperative. Drivers deliver product to area customers in a safe and timely manner. A person in this position is accountable for keeping a complete and systematic set of records of all financial transactions carried by the cooperative on a daily basis. A person in this position maintains operational performance with the utmost concentration and dedication and must be well versed in the standard operating procedures of the company. This is a safety-sensitive position.

Job Summary:

These are the basic requirements of the position and must be performed competently.

• Responsible for proper care and maintenance of the delivery truck.
• Deliver bulk propane, bulk oil, gasoline, diesel and heating oil, diesel exhaust fluid and packaged lubricants.
• Set up and install bulk tanks/containers at customer location.
• Responsible for ordering for and maintaining bulk plant facilities.
• Conduct safety check/leak test on propane system.
• Relighting appliances at customer location knowledge required.
• Change filters and hoses at customer location as needed.
• Be in attendance of delivery hose while making delivery.
• Record daily tickets on manifest summary report.
• Responsible for purchase orders needed for all repair work, must maintain purchase order records.
• Responsible for completing drivers daily inspection reports.
• Enforce and adhere to the company credit policy.
• Establish and maintain efficient route book.
• Maintain good communication with stores and other personal via phone and radio messaging.
• Adhere strictly to the delivery price sheet provided by management. Any deviation from route price sheet due to special circumstance will require management approval.
• Acknowledge any discounts given and obtain management approval for any and all volume discounts.
• Work closely with store managers and personnel.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Adhere to all commercial motor vehicle rules and regulations. and follow all safety practices related to a specific function.
• Respect customer property at all times.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Job Qualifications/Prerequisites:

• Class B CDL required with Hazmat, Tanker, and Airbrake endorsements.
• Clean driving record with all applicable endorsements required experience with fast-paced delivery experience preferred.
• Knowledge of rules and regulations regarding propane installations.
• Must have strong communication skills; ability to communicate in appropriate, professional manner with managers, supervisors, employees, customers, vendors and general public.
• Must be able to make appropriate decisions and execute them according to policy.
• Must maintain appropriate and expected levels of customer service throughout the store.
• Must have ability to determine order of need and task priority based on level of importance.
• Must have a manager focus in all interactions and exhibit strong critical thinking/ problem solving skills.
• Must exhibit a professional and positive image.