POSITION SUMMARY:
The LPG Transport Driver operates a variety of makes, models, and sizes of tractor/tank truck combinations, and all, pumping, and other mechanical devices related or incidental to transporting, loading and unloading products, materials, and equipment. This person also performs truck safety inspections, verification of product lading, and preparation of operational and DOT forms and records.
JOB FUNCTIONS AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Performs truck safety inspections, verification of product lading, and preparation of operational and DOT forms and records.
- Utilizes ELD for daily logging and dispatch
- Operates a variety of makes, models, and sizes of tractor/tank truck combinations, and all, pumping, and other mechanical devices related or incidental to transporting, loading and unloading products, materials, and equipment.
- Carries out scheduled deliveries by routing as specified by Targa Transport dispatchers. Adheres to all company and
- DOT safety policies and procedures.
- Loads/unloads, or assists in loading/unloading transports, with the aid of mechanical devices, in accordance with approved procedures and current instructions.
- Determines, by personal inspections in accordance with criteria specified by Targa Transports, that vehicles are in a safe operating condition before leaving company facility.
- Works a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays. Must be willing to work up to the maximum hours allowed by the DOT. May be assigned on a short-term basis to other Targa Transport locations or work sites.
- Transport drivers will stay overnight in transport for up to 5 nights per week as required by the schedule
- Transport Driver Level 1 position is required to provide / assist with the training of new drivers and retraining those drivers who are returning to work after extended leave.
- Complete special projects
- Other duties as assigned