Liquid Performance Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

General Summary

Operates Southern States Cooperative, Inc. (SSC) commercial motor vehicles to deliver fuel products to customers. Strictly adheres to government regulations and SSC operating procedures while working independently. Products and load type vary based on location and may include heating oil, kerosene, diesel, gasoline, and/or liquid propane. May install and maintain related equipment at customer site.

Essential Job Functions -- complexity of essential job functions increases with grade level

Maintain regular communication with facility leadership regarding delivery dispatching, installation and service of fuel products and equipment. Provide updates and input on equipment condition, account issues, supply of materials and other critical factors.

Additional Essential Job Functions for Grade 426

Regularly load and deliver liquid propane in accordance with standard operating procedures.

Plan the schedule for delivery, installation and service of fuel products and equipment in coordination with supervisor.

Attend a minimum of two (2) specialized training, certification courses, and/or meetings per year as requested.

Assist with providing on-the-job training to Petroleum Drivers. Provide guidance and coaching on delivery of products, installation and maintenance of equipment, and discussing supply needs with customers. Communicate technical information in a clear and concise manner.

Discuss additional SSC fuel services with the customer, refer to appropriate sales representative for follow-up as necessary.

Pay-$20-$25

Qualification:

Education: Requires a High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)

GRADE 424 Experience:

Prefer previous experience operating a commercial motor vehicle to deliver fuel products or experience maintaining related equipment. Previous Southern States work experience a plus.

Licensing requirements vary by location and are based on state/federal regulations.

Requires Commercial Driver's License (Class A or Class B)

Requires Hazardous Materials Endorsement (or ability to obtain within a given period)

Requires Tanker Endorsement (or ability to obtain within a given period)

Requires Petroleum and/or Propane Certification (or ability to obtain within given period)

GRADE 426 Experience

Prefer minimum of two (2) years of experience in a Petroleum Driver role or equivalent, loading and delivering petroleum products and installing and maintaining related equipment at customer site.

Licensing requirements vary by location and are based on state/federal regulations.

Requires Commercial Driver's License (Class B or Class A)

Requires Hazardous Materials Endorsement

Requires Tanker and Air Brake Endorsements (or ability to obtain within a given period)

Requires Petroleum and/or Propane Certification

Prefer Gas Fitter's License in some locations

Requirements -- complexity of requirements increases with grade level

This position requires the safe operation of a motor vehicle to perform essential job functions and mandatory compliance with the SSC motor vehicle safety policy

Satisfactory completion of one-on-one training with experienced Petroleum Driver prior to unsupervised use of equipment

Able to learn and effectively utilize petroleum equipmen

Able to learn and effectively apply knowledge of SSC petroleum operations procedures and government regulations

Able to learn and effectively apply knowledge of how machines and mechanical processes work to troubleshoot and perform general maintenance and repair of equipment and vehicles

Able to utilize GPS equipment

Able to read and interpret operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, diagrams, and formulas

Able to work well independently and follow safety, quality control and operating procedures at all times

Able to add, subtract, multiply, divide and calculate percentages in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals

Computer literacy to operate SSC business systems

Attention to detail

Able to communicate with customers in a professional manner

Able to speak, read, write the English language in a proficient manner

Able to work extended hours to meet business demands

Work Environment

Performs essential job functions while driving a commercial motor vehicle, working outdoors where may not be protected from weather conditions, and in a warehouse environment subject to seasonal temperatures and humidity.

Frequently exposed to hazards including:

Heating oil, kerosene, diesel, gasoline, and/or liquid propane, and related odors and fumes

Moving mechanical parts and vehicles

Noise levels where hearing protection is optional per PPE Plan

Dust, wet surfaces, vibrations, and electrical current

Schedule requirements will vary during peak and off-peak seasons. Extended hours and/or alternate work schedules are required and may vary by location. 24/7 On-call or Emergency Service Standby required by many locations. Ability to report to work on time and in adverse weather conditions is required.

Physical Activities & Requirements

This role requires continuous physical activity to perform essential job functions for the duration of the shift. At times extended hours are required. Description of physical activity is a general summary and may vary by location.

Continuously bend, crouch, stoop; drive motorized equipment; manual dexterity (fingers and hands) controls, tools and equipment; reach with arms and hands for extended periods while driving and operating equipment; stand and walk for extended periods on uneven surfaces; utilize hands in repetitive motion; utilize eye/hand/foot coordination; twist back and neck. Pull, push, lift, carry up to 50 pounds.

Must be able to hear vehicle and equipment sounds, co-workers and radio. Must be able to speak to co-workers and customers regarding operations and safety. Specific vision abilities required by this position include: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Tools & Equipment

Hard hat, steel toed shoes, safety glasses, gloves, respirator, face shield, front end loader, forklift, handcart, manuals, forms, spreadsheets, telephone, writing instrument. Additional personal protective equipment as required by any and all product warning labels. Commercial motor vehicles and specialized tools and equipment, all of which may vary by location.