Package driver

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 Category :

Manufacturing & Logistics

Physical Demands

A thorough completion of this section is needed for compliance with legal standards such as the Americans with Disabilities Act.

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

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

Coordination

Physical and Environmental Requirements

Mental Demands

Working Condition

N / A

Rarely

Occasionally

Frequently

Constantly

Comprehension : The person in this position must be able to understand direction and adhere to established procedures

Organization : The person in this role must be able to gather and classify information

Reasoning and Decision Making : The person in this role must use logic to make decisions quickly and effectively.

Communication : The person in this position must be able to express and exchange ideas and meaning with colleagues

Resilience : The person in this position needs to adapt well in the face of workplace stressors such as customer service complaints and juggling competing priorities

Matheson is an Equal Opportunity Employer thatcomplies with the laws and regulations set forth under EEOC.. All qualified applicants will receive considerationfor employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexualorientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteranstatus.

EOE AA M / F / VET / Disability

Last updated : 2024-08-14