Title: Fuel Truck Driver (Part Time/Wage)
State Role Title: Transportation Operator II
Hiring Range: $21.00 - $34.13
Pay Band: 2
Agency: VA Dept of Transportation
Location: Lynchburg District Office
Agency Website: www.virginiadot.org/jobs
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
What drives you? Whether it’s knowing the work you do makes a difference, having great work/life balance, working on exciting and challenging tasks, and championing change or simply working with a great group of people who are committed to your professional development...At the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT), we have something for YOU!
Job Duties
This is an hourly/wage position, limited to 1500 hours per cycle year with an average of 29 hours per week. No State/Medical benefits provided.
VDOT''s Lynchburg District is seeking a Fuel Delivery Driver to join their team! As the successful candidate, you will be responsible for the safe, timely, and efficient loading, transporting, and delivering of bulk fuel from the Lynchburg District location to fuel locations upon request by the District Fuel Coordinator. This role will also require the Fuel Delivery Driver to take fuel samples from fuel locations, as well as perform routine maintenance work as requested by the District Fuel Coordinator. This role requires strong attention to detail, adherence to safety protocols, and excellent customer service skills.
Key Responsibilities:
· Deliver Fuel: Safely transport and deliver fuel to VDOT Fuel Locations upon request by the District Fuel Coordinator, ensuring accurate and timely deliveries.
· Routine Maintenance: Perform routine maintenance at fuel sites such as, but not limited to, changing filters on dispensers, replacing damaged fuel hoses and/or fittings, etc. Will also be responsible for taking fuel samples as requested by the District Fuel Coordinator.
· Customer Service: Provide excellent customer service by addressing any concerns, answering questions, and maintaining a professional demeanor at all times.
· Vehicle Maintenance: Perform routine inspections on the delivery truck to ensure it is in good working condition. Report any mechanical issues to the Assets & Inventory Manager.
· Safety Compliance: Adhere to all safety regulations and company policies related to fuel handling, delivery procedures, and vehicle operation.
· Documentation: Complete all required paperwork and electronic records, including delivery logs, fuel tickets, and inspection reports.
· Emergency Response: Be prepared to handle any emergency situations that may arise during deliveries, including minor fuel spills or mechanical issues.
· Route Management: Plan and follow the most efficient routes to minimize delivery times and fuel consumption.
Minimum Qualifications
· Valid CDL: A valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with the appropriate endorsements for fuel delivery.
· Experience: Previous experience in fuel delivery or a similar role is preferred but not required. On-the-job training will be provided.
· Safety Knowledge: Strong understanding of safety procedures related to fuel handling and delivery.
· Customer Service Skills: Excellent communication and customer service skills with the ability to interact professionally with a diverse customer base.
· Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, and perform physical tasks associated with fuel delivery.
· Clean Driving Record: A clean driving record with no major violations or accidents.
· Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail and accuracy in completing paperwork and following delivery procedures.
Additional Considerations
N/A
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Postings without a specified close date, can be closed after a five (5) consecutive workday minimum posting requirement has been met. State applications will only be accepted as submitted online by 11:55 pm on the closing date through the PageUp System. State applications submitted via email, postal mail, fax, or in person will not be considered. Applicants are expected to fully represent qualifications and work history on the State application and/or resume. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided on the application, therefore, it is essential to fully complete each section of the application and provide detailed information. Submitting an incomplete state application, or a state application lacking in detail, may impact your interview eligibility.
This recruitment can be used to fill additional vacancies within 90 days of the posting close date.
We are a “Virginia Values Veterans” (V3) official certified company and state agency that provides hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application.
We have Shared Values and a Code of Ethics: your success in our organization depends upon modeling these values, therefore please access the following link: https://www.vdot.virginia.gov/about review them and; if in agreement, we welcome you to apply.
Valid driver’s license. References, work history, and professional certifications will be verified. Requires satisfactory results from a fingerprint-based criminal history record check and DMV driving record check. Position may be required to work during emergencies and inclement weather on nights, weekends, and holidays when needed.
The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is an Equal Opportunity Employer by both policy and practice. For more information about our employment practices, please visit “Information for VDOT Employees and Applicants”: http://www.virginiadot.org/jobs/information_for_employees.asp
VDOT utilizes a market based pay program, which has been approved by DHRM. Therefore,
advertised rates of pay may or may not align with the Commonwealth pay bands.
In addition to a rewarding work experience, VDOT offers excellent health and life insurance benefits, pre-tax spending accounts, state funded Short and Long Term Disability, paid holidays, vacation, tuition assistance, free wellness programs, and a state retirement plan with options for tax-deferred retirement savings including employer matching.
Contact Information
Name: Shanon Gardner
Phone: 434-907-7704
Email: shanon.gardner@vdot.virginia.gov
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.