What are the responsibilities and job description for the Package driver position at Matheson Tri-Gas?
DIVISION & UNIT OVERVIEW; Matheson is a member of one of the world's largest suppliers of gases and gas handling equipment.
Matheson is a premier supplier of : Industrial, Specialty and Medical Gases, Welding and Safety Supplies, as well as Propane in bulk and cylinder form.
JOB SUMMARY ; This position is responsible for the transportation of materials in a safe and timely manner by applying knowledge for commercial driving regulations, and roads in the area.
The professional driver will be responsible for driving to and from designated locations, verifying loads to shipping papers, maintaining records of duty status according to State and Federal Regulations, and performing pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
Must present a professional business image to the public as well as fellow employees.; Must possess a valid commercial Class B Drivers' License, Hazmat, Air Brake Endorsements, and Medical card;
packaged gas straight truck driver; to include pumper, micro-bulk. Class A Drivers' License & Tanker Endorsements preferred.
This position reports to the Site Manager or Operations Manager.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : include the following. Other duties may be assigned. - Transports cylinders to assigned internal and external customers in a timely and safety conscious manner.
Stays within all posted speed limits and complies with all DOT and company safety policies and procedures. - Performs pre-trip and post-trip inspections on the vehicle.
Maintains the vehicle in a clean and proper condition. - Legibly completes driver log / trip reports on a daily basis. - Responsible for accurate recording of cylinders / hard-goods transactions on customer delivery tickets and trip reports.
- Maintains good communications with supervisor and management especially safety and customer matters. - Operates / Drives forklift truck as required for loading and unloading of product.
- Sets tone for employees by good example through observation of the company's Loss prevention policies and procedures. Reports accidents including near misses, unsafe acts or conditions and obeys safety rules.
- Uses effective time management tools in order to follow through on work commitments and scheduled deadlines associated with own job;
obtains agreement of all stake-holders within a development program to identify issues, minimizes risks at an early stage, ensure safety, and on-time delivery.
- Participate as an active member of the local safety committee when assigned according to the rotation process. - Filling Cryogenic Liquid Dewars.
- Provide first line technical support. - Perform other projects and duties as assigned.
Required for All Jobs
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Complies with all policies and standards
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Education Level
Education Details
Req /
Pref
Work Experience
Experience
Experience Details
Required /
Preferred
1-3 years
experience as a professional CDL Class A or Class B driver
Required
less than 1 year
experience with certification from an accredited driving school
Required
Must have prior experience driving manual 10 speed transmission and be able to pass the road test
Required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
KSAs
Ability to pass DOT physical, DOT drug test and criminal background check
Licenses and Certifications
Licenses / Certifications
Licenses / Certification Details
Time Frame
Required /
Preferred
Class A CDL License
CDL Class A
Upon Hire
Required
Class B CDL License
Class B license and current DOT medical card
Upon Hire
Required
Current Hazmat Endorsement (will consider candidates without Hazmat endorsement if obtained within 60 days of hire).
within 60 Days
Required
PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORKING CONDITIONS
Physical Demands Category :
Manufacturing & Logistics
Physical Demands
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Physical Demand
N / A
Rarely
Occasionally
Frequently
Constantly
Weight
Stationary Position
Move / Traverse
Stationary Position / Seated
Transport / Lifting
Transport / Carrying
Exerting Force / Pushing
Exerting Force / Pulling
Ascend / Descend
Balancing
Position Self / Stooping
Position Self / Kneeling
Position Self / Crouching
Position Self / Crawling
Reaching
Handling
Grasping
Feeling
Communicate / Talking
Communicate / Hearing
Repetitive Motions
Last updated : 2024-08-12
