CDL Driver/Technician

Employer
  • Gables Search Group

Job Description

CDL Driver/Technician

Fairmont, WV

$29/hour + OT

Our Fairmont, WV client is looking to hire a CDL Driver/Technician. The CDL Driver/Technician works out of the Fairmont, WV location and remotely throughout the USA traveling 100% of the time on a variety of natural gas related projects such as: installation and/or removal of odorant tanks, supply lines, and odorizers; completing preventative maintenance of odorization equipment; pipeline pickling, odorant spill remediation, odorant delivery and transfer, and temporary odorization, while following all applicable regulations (DOT, OSHA, etc.).

Key Responsibilities:

  • Service natural gas and propane industry in the field of odorization
  • Assist in the decommissioning of aged odorant equipment and prepare for shipment.
  • Assist in the installation of new odorant equipment, small diameter pipe, and tubing (involves pipefitting, installation of Swagelok compression fittings...)
  • Troubleshoot and complete preventative maintenance of natural gas odorizers.
  • Assist in the set up and monitor equipment for natural gas pipeline pickling.
  • Perform safe and odor-free transfer of odorants between tanks.
  • Remediate odorant spills.
  • Travel (drive / fly) to client locations throughout the USA to complete assignments.
  • Drive box trucks, pickup trucks w/ trailers and flatbed / stake bed truck
  • Always comply with State/Federal Regulations and Safety Standards while performing duties
  • Complete timely and accurate documentation: work orders, mileage reports, DOT logs, expense reports, etc.
  • Understand and comply with all DOT regulations
  • Exercise sound judgment in proper resolution of a problem and seek direction from team and/or supervisor when necessary
  • Know and adhere to standards of quality and customer service
  • Handle flammable liquids and gases
  • Fill out non-conformance, near-miss and accident reports
  • Perform, complete, and understand job hazard analysis and company work orders.
  • Clean truck and equipment and replenish inventory upon project completion to make ready for next project.

Qualifications:

  • Must maintain a valid driver’s license and be insurable to drive rental vehicles
  • Clean driving record
  • Comply with random drug/alcohol screening.
  • Must be 23 years of age (insurance requirement)
  • CDL – Class A or B with Manual Transmission with minimum of 2 years’ experience.
  • Hazmat and Tanker endorsement is a plus
  • Must be able to acquire Hazmat and tanker endorsement within first 6 months.
  • Proficient in DOT driver/driving regulations.
  • E-log software experience.
  • Strong mechanical skills
  • Experience with truck repair, predictive, and preventative maintenance.
  • Capable of learning how to interpret diagrams and schematics involving tanks, lines, pumps, valves
  • Basic understanding of pumping principles is a plus.
  • Basic understanding of fluid pressure and flow is a plus.
  • Expert use of hand tools
  • Basic electrical (AC/DC) knowledge is a plus.
  • Flexible for travel throughout the USA – Travel up to 100% and sometimes with short notice
  • Physically fit (physical work, outdoor work, long days, lifting)
  • Ability to quickly assess problems and process workable solutions
  • Ability to follow complex written procedures involving valves, pumps, actuators, sensors, measurements with minimal direction.
  • Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to work effectively within a diverse group (collaboration, initiative, respect, articulate expression, proactive communication)
  • Resourceful and motivated self-starter who can work independently and meet deadlines
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills for interaction with coworkers and clients
  • Ability to prepare clear and accurate documentation
  • Effective dealing with scheduling problems and/or changes
  • Strong Work ethic
  • Computer, tablet, and smart phone literate

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