Western States Transport Driver

Western States Trucking, LLC, a subsidiary of Ergon, Inc., is a relationship-driven company that values each employee's willingness to learn and contribute to the team. We are family-owned with locations throughout the US, but we pride ourselves on maintaining a small-company feel. We are currently recruiting for a Transport Driver for our Henderson, TX location.

The Transport Driver is responsible for the on-time and safe delivery of products while maintaining a professional appearance and attitude. Transport Drivers perform a vital function in the service of our customers by transporting product safely and efficiently while complying with all applicable federal and state transportation and safety regulations.

• Transport Drivers report to the dispatch manager in their assigned location.
• Potential sign on bonus available.
• The position interfaces with other employees within the terminals, company leadership, customers, vendors and regulatory agency contacts.

• Drive tractor-trailer (tanker) combination, applying knowledge of commercial driving regulations, to transport and deliver asphalt products over short and long distances.
• Use and/or operate equipment, including but not limited to: ladders, loading arms, control valves, metal hoses, landing gear, air lines, cords and wheel pins.
• Maneuver truck into loading and unloading position, following signals from terminal operators as needed.
• Drive truck to weigh station before and after product loading and along route to document weight.
• Drive truck into position to load at filling rack.
• Open valves or start pumps to fill trailer.
• Read gauges or meters and record quantity loaded.
• Record amount delivered and issue ticket to customer.
• Conform to Federal and State driving regulations, including driver logs.
• Inspect truck before and after trips. Submit report indicating truck condition.
• Read the Bill of Lading to determine assignment.
• Responsible for refueling truck, checking oil and all fluids.
• Maintain truck interior.
• Able to stand and/or walk for long periods of time in a variety of weather conditions.
• Manual dexterity; ability to reach; able to bend and move with agility.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50-70 lbs.
• Able to climb up and down tank ladder as needed.
• Well-groomed professional appearance.

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License with X Tanker and Haz Mat combo.
• 2-3 years of Class A CDL driving experience.
• 1 year cargo tanker driving experience.
• Solid work history.
• Excellent driving record.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Customer-service focused.
• Able to understand weigh scales and basic measurements.
• High school diploma/GED preferred but not required.

Ergon offers a competitive benefits package: 401(k), Health, Life, Dental, Holidays, Vacation, Sick Leave, Tuition Assistance and Profit Sharing.

Ergon is an EEO/AAP Employer.

Applications must be submitted online. No Walk-ins or Phone Calls will be accepted. Applicant will be contacted for interviews.

Employment offer contingent upon pre-employment drug test, background check, and MVR.

Position to be filled:
Transport Driver

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