
Genesis Energy, L.P.
Driver - OTR
Job Summary
Ruston, LA
CDL A
OTR
0+ Months of CDL Experience
Job Details
Equipment
Tractor Trailer
Transmission Type
Automatic
Job Requirements
CDL Class
CDL A
CDL Experience
0+ (includes CDL students)
Endorsements
X - Hazardous Tanker
Full Description
An Over the Road (OTR) Truck Driver is dispatched to drive a tractor/cargo tank to a specific location (shipper) load product and deliver to a specific location (consignee). Driver inspects all operating equipment for proper working order and safety conditions, and reports load information to initiate billing, accounting and payroll processes.
Key Duties:
- Drive and operate an 18-wheel tractor/semi-trailer (cargo tank) to safely transport bulk liquid product.
- Follow dispatched instructions to drive the tractor/cargo tank to a specific location (shipper) load product and deliver to a specific location (consignee).
- Load/unload cargo tanks, which may require opening/closing dome lid atop trailer, opening/closing valves and starting/stopping pump. Driver is required to be in attendance during transfer process.
- Communicate with dispatch the Bill of Lading information to initiate billing, accounting and payroll processes appropriately.
- Prepare and maintain electronic Hours of Service Logs and complete/submit other required paperwork.
- Inspect tractor and trailer for safety concerns and ensure all operating equipment is in proper working order and meets safety conditions.
- Actively participates in and promotes the Company's safety programs.
Required Skills, Experience, and Education:
- Must possess a valid Class A CDL with Tank and Hazardous Materials endorsements (X)
- Must pass a DOT pre-employment medical exam.
- Must pass a DOT pre-employment drug and alcohol screening.
- Must possess a driving record which contains no more the two (2) moving violations convictions during the previous three (3) years.
- Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English.
- High School Diploma or GED preferred.
- Two plus years of verifiable tractor/semi-trailer driving experience preferred.
- TWIC card preferred.
- This position must adhere to applicable D.O.T. regulations and/or is considered a Safety Sensitive position, and as such, is subject to pre-employment and random Drug and Alcohol testing.