Propane Transport Driver

## Description

Department: Propane Driver

Job Status: Full Time

Reports To: Operations Manager(s)

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

• **POSITION SUMMARY**
• Drive a truck with a capacity of at least 26,000 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW). Required to deliver propane to residential
• and commercial customers in a safe and efficient manner. Requires a class A commercial drivers' license with HAZMAT and Tanker endorsements.
• **ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS – ALL DRIVER POSITIONS**
• **Essential Functions Statement(s)**

• Check vehicles pre and post trip to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order

(DVIRs).

• Maneuver trucks safely into loading or unloading positions and check that vehicle and loading equipment are properly

positioned.

• Collect delivery instructions from Dispatch, verifying instructions and routes.
• Maintain logs of working hours and vehicle service or repair status, following applicable state and federal regulations.
• Report and document vehicle defects (DVIR), accidents, traffic violations, or damage to vehicles to your supervisor.
• Drive trucks to weigh stations before and after loading as needed to comply with state and federal regulations.
• Safely drive trucks to transport and deliver products.
• Obtain receipts or signatures for delivered goods and collect payment for services when required.
• Operate equipment, such as Samsung tablets, Samsara Driver App (Global tracking and electronic driver logs), Cargas,

and cell phones, to exchange necessary information with dispatch, supervisors, or other drivers.

• Perform basic vehicle maintenance tasks, such as adding oil, fuel, or radiator fluid, changing fuses or lights.
• Collect bills of lading (If applicable) or shipping papers and submit them to the office.
• Check all load-related documentation to ensure that it is complete and accurate.
• Read and interpret directions and maps to follow vehicle route issued by Dispatch.
• Safely load and unload trucks, or help others with loading and unloading, operating any special loading-related

equipment on vehicles, and using other equipment as necessary.

• Follow appropriate safety procedures for transporting dangerous goods.
• Immediately report truck maintenance issues to your supervisor.
• Maintain a clean and tidy work area at all times.
• Wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Perform emergency roadside repairs, such as changing tires or installing light bulbs, tire chains, or fuses.
• Obtain and maintain required CETP certification through the Propane Education & Research Council and Texas Railroad

Commission certification (if based in Texas).

• Daily interaction with customers, providing exceptional customer service by supplying service information and

answering inquiries.

• Check conditions of trailers after contents have been unloaded to ensure that there has been no damage.
• Couple or uncouple trailers by changing trailer jack positions, connecting, or disconnecting air or electrical lines, or

manipulating fifth-wheel locks.

• Crank trailer landing gear up or down to safely secure vehicles.
• Accurately and thoroughly relay gallon total delivered to dispatch before leaving customer location.
• Email bill of lading paperwork with delivery location written on bill of lading to <[email hidden]>.

## Qualifications
**Competency Statement(s)**

• Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.

• **SKILLS & ABILITIES**
• Education: High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)
• **Experience:** Three years related experience
• **Computer Skills**: Basic
• **Certificates & Licenses**
• Class A CDL with HAZMAT and TANKER endorsements
• **Other Requirements**: Basic reading, writing, and math skills
• **PHYSICAL DEMANDS**

Stand F (Frequently)

Walk F (Frequently)

Sit F (Frequently)

Handling F (Frequently)

Reach Above Shoulder F (Frequently)

Climb F (Frequently)

Squat or Kneel F (Frequently)

Bend F (Frequently)

• N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this occupation.
• O (Occasionally) Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)
• F (Frequently) Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)
• C (Constantly) Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)
• **WORK ENVIRONMENT**
• Drivers generally work outside and travel to different job sites each day. Hours fluctuate and very according to the market
• demand. No shift can be guaranteed and long hours may be required. Shifts may begin at different hours of the day or evening,
• working in a cautious environment where driving carefully and responsibly is a must. This is not only to protect the safety of
• oneself but for others, the community, and the environment.
• This job description is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position
• described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities.
• Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not
• represent a contract of employment, and Butch’s Propane reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks
• for the employee to perform, as Butch’s Propane may deem appropriate.