Truck Driver - Petroleum Transport

ABOUT US
Established in 1956, RKA is a privately held 3rd generation family business. RKA enjoys established recognition as one of the Largest Family Owned Businesses in the State of Michigan and is certified by the Women’s Business Enterprise. We are a leader in the distribution of petroleum products, and provide fuel management solutions to Commercial, Industrial, National, Retail, Marine, Crude and Government customers in over 20 states.

Transport drivers needed for growing petroleum carrier in Southeast Michigan.

• Top pay in industry
• Paid Holidays & Vacation
• Productivity and Safety Bonuses
• Home daily - Set work schedule
• Benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, & 401K Plan with Match
• New Equipment
• Uniforms are provided

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Works with Transportation Specialist to ensure schedules allow for on time deliveries and superior customer service performance by delivering the correct products and quantities.
2. Is responsible for following the safety programs including HAZMAT certifications.  Must attend regular safety meetings.
3. Maintain a team attitude with the drivers.   Must address driver’s problems when they arise in a timely and professional manner with supervisor.
4. Communicates effectively verbally and in writing to customers, drivers, and other employees.
5. Maintains all required driver’s logs, invoices and additional paperwork as needed to ensure effective operations of company process and procedures.
6. Must make the use the proper lifting codes and state destinations when needed.  Also, must pull from least cost terminals to ensure maximum profit the Company.
7. Understand applicable state and federal laws.
8. Other duties as assigned by Operations Manager.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Sit, stand and walk for extended periods of time.
• Bend and stoop to grasp objects and climb ladders. Bend and twist neck and waist, reach above and below shoulders and squat.
• Repetitive use of hands for grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
As part of your total compensation, RKA provides a comprehensive and highly competitive benefit package. The benefit plans address both the immediate and long term needs that you and your family may have.

• Insurance - Health, Dental, Vision, and co. paid Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off - Vacation, Personal Time, Sick Time, Floating and regular Holidays
• Investments - 401K plan(with co. match)/Roth and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee discount programs
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP)
• Additional Benefits - Extensive Training and Mentoring Programs, Recognition Programs
• Opportunities for Advancement with one of the largest family-owned businesses in the state of Michigan

Skills & Requirements

• Must have CDL with HazMat & Tanker Endorsement
• Must be 21 years old
• 1+ year(s) successful driving experience preferred
• Twic card preferred

Performance Skills & Competencies

• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to follow instructions and procedures
• Strong work ethic and integrity