Fuel/Heating Oil Delivery Driver

Overview:

Mountain Energy Home Heat delivers heating fuels to commercial and residential customers. This is a full-time driver position based in Asheville, NC with delivery service to surrounding areas.

Essential Functions

• Safely and efficiently load fuel up to 1800 gallons onto the transport vehicle
• Safely and efficiently transport and deliver fuels to residential and commercial customers
• Ensure clients receive the correct product and volume
• Collaborate with dispatch to adjust delivery schedule as needed
• Perform daily vehicle inspection per Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations
• Accurately record deliveries and customer service calls; update service reports
• Provide verbal and written status updates to supervisor as needed
• Accurately answer client questions and address concerns
• Comply with all state, federal, and local DOT ordinances
• Know, understand, and observe all safety procedures
• Efficiently resolve fuel spills and emergency incidents
• Accurately account for time worked
• Perform related duties as assigned, to include bulk plant maintenance

Minimum Qualifications & Skills

• 21+ years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Class B CDL with Hazmat and Fingerprint endorsements, clean driving record
• Medical Examiner’s Certificate
• Thorough knowledge of emergency hazmat procedures
• Available for rotating on-call assignments during evenings and weekends
• Must pass a pre-employment DOT drug screen & background check
• Must pass a FMCSA Clearinghouse CDL violation background check
• Preferred: Previous experience transporting combustible or hazardous liquids

Physical & Mental Requirements

• Ability to understand and follow a series of instructions whether verbal, written, or demonstrated
• Clearly communicate in English; hear, speak, read, & write in execution of essential job functions
• Friendly, professional customer service skills
• Proficient time management and organization
• Ability to sit for extended periods
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, crouch, and kneel frequently
• Ability to pull and move up to 25 pounds
• Bilateral and unilateral use of hands to grasp, hold, carry, and maneuver parts and equipment
• Sufficient visual acuity to accurately identify primary and secondary colors

Work Environment

• Frequent exposure to fumes
• Functions are often performed outside; may involve heat, humidity, cold, or inclement weather
• Requires daily independent driving

Compensation

• $23-$25 per hour, DOE
• Overtime potential during peak season
• Company mobile phone for business and personal use
• Volume-based commissions

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance options (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, etc.)
• Paid vacation & holidays
• Paid sick leave & short-term disability
• 401(k) with company match
• Education reimbursement program
• Career advancement opportunities