Tanker Driver (Palau)

The Tanker Drivers duties are to transport and deliver petroleum products to customers by applying knowledge of commercial driving regulations and roads in the area. The tanker driver will be responsible for driving to and from designated locations, verifying loads to shipping papers, maintaining record of duty status according to local and federal regulations and performing pre-trip and post-trip inspections.

Responsibilities

The Employee will:

• Climb ladders to check holding tanks on equipment.
• Inspect truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips and submit a written report on the condition of the truck at the end of each trip or duty shift.
• Check shipping papers to determine the nature of load and to verify for accuracy.
• Drive truck to and from designated destinations. Also, driver required to climb in and out of the truck cab frequently.
• Apply knowledge of commercial driving and skills in maneuvering vehicle at varying speeds in difficult situations, such as heavy traffic, inclement weather and in and out of tight loading and unloading areas. Must be able to back up equipment in all types of weather and conditions. This includes going forward and backing up long distances, around corners and in and around very tight corners in all situations.
• Requires drivers to be able to bend, stoop, kneel, pull and push all types of hoses and equipment required to do the job.
• Maintain records required for compliance with Guam and federal regulations including drivers record of duty status, mileage records and other records required by law.
• Perform all duties in accordance with company policies and procedures and comply with all federal and local regulations for the safe operation of a commercial motor vehicle.
• Report all accidents involving driver or company equipment.
• Report highway safety hazards noted enroute to and from customer sites.
• Promptly report any delays due to break downs, weather or traffic conditions or other emergencies, or in the event of irregularities related to pick up or delivery of cargo.
• Maneuver fuel hoses in, around and through all types of equipment as required.
• Opens valves or starts pumps to fill tank; reads gauges or meters and records quantity loaded.
• Records amount delivered and issues ticket to customer.
• Performs other duties as required.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills

• Must possess a valid commercial class C drivers license with tanker and hazmat endorsements.
• Must have previous commercial driving experience, or have graduated from an accredited commercial driving school.
• Must have working knowledge of vehicle safety and control systems.
• Must have knowledge of DOT regulations governing safe driving, hours of service, inspection and maintenance.
• Must meet or exceed the medical standards of the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills

• Valid ABC Drivers License

Physical Demands

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

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day. The employee must frequently lift and/or move items over 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Working Conditions

Drivers may spend up to 50% of time out of doors exposed to potentially difficult environmental conditions. Drivers may be subject to irregular work schedules, temperature, weather and outside environment extremes, tight delivery schedules, delays enroute and other stresses and fatigues related to driving a large commercial motor vehicle on crowded streets and highways in all kinds of weather.

Drivers typically spend 50% of duty time in the cab of a truck. While driving, operators are exposed to noise and vibration levels which may be higher than those typically experienced in passenger cars.

About IP&E

IP&E Holdings, LLC. owns and operates retail, commercial, and distribution assets across the islands of Guam, Saipan, and the Republic of Palau. The activities of the company include logistics, retail service station and terminal operations, as well as distribution of commercial, aviation and marine fuels, and lubricants in the North Pacific region. IP&E has the rights to sell Shell-branded retail products through a licensing agreement with Shell. The company also launched its own high end convenience store brand called FOODYs which has been very successful. The companys vision is to lead the Micronesian petroleum industry by providing the highest quality products and services available. The company continues to win customers by demonstrating a commitment not only to safety and reliability, but also to flexibility to make adjustments in the local market.

We offer a competitive total rewards package which includes a base salary determined by factors such as role, experience, skill set, and location. Additionally, eligible employees may receive discretionary bonuses based on both company performance and individual achievements. Our benefits and programs are designed to meet the needs of our employees and are benchmarked to the market. Detailed information regarding compensation and benefits will be shared during the hiring process.

As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, we afford equal opportunity to all applicants and employees for hire and promotion without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, age, marital status, religion, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy or disability or genetic information. IP&E is a Drug Free Workplace.