Fuel Truck Driver Job at Wiregrass Construction Company, Inc. in Mobile

We are seeking a dedicated individual to join our team as a Fuel Truck Driver. Wiregrass Construction is committed to taking care of our employees and offers great compensation, low-cost benefits, and an excellent work environment. If you’re interested in joining an established and growing company with opportunities for career advancement, we encourage you to apply and grow with us!

A Fuel Truck Driver typically performs a wide variety of tasks, transferring from one task to another as the workflow dictates. The Fuel Truck Driver will be running and operating a fuel truck which requires a Class ‘A’ CDL license with a HAZMAT and tanker endorsement. The Fuel Truck Driver may also drive a tri-axel truck and trailer for the asphalt/paving operations Team.

Key Duties

• Apply DOT regulation knowledge to the execution of driving duties.
• Drives the tank truck to transport fuel for construction projects, delivering gasoline, fuel oil, and lubricating oil.
• Reads gauges and meters to record and ensure proper amount of fuel is loaded.
• Knowledge with chaining and binding of equipment being transported (DOT).
• Perform daily safety checks of fluid levels on oil, water, fuel and inspections for leaks and damage to vehicle before operation.
• Responsible for daily maintenance of vehicle to remain in proper and safe working order.
• Responsible for notifying supervisor if vehicle needs to be repaired.
• Insert pipe in refilled trenches and other excavations.
• Drive truck equipped with sprinkling attachment to settle dust on roadways and streets.
• Drive tri-axel truck and trailer.
• Driver/Operator must be able to climb on and off heavy mobile equipment safely.
• Perform incidental work items and duties included within other crafts.

Qualification Requirements

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each Key Duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Education and Experience: This position typically is not an entry-level job, as it requires demonstrable previous experience as a Fuel Truck Driver.
• A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is preferred.
• Valid Class “A” CDL with a HAZMAT, tanker endorsement, and driving record within MVR policy guidelines is required.
• Must be able to understand work directions and communicate effectively with job site supervisors and fellow employees.
• One (1) year or more of industry related experience is required for this position, operating fuel trucks or similar equipment.

EEO: Wiregrass Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will not discriminate based on creed/national origin/religion/color/sex/age/wage and status as individual with a disability or protected veteran.