HAZMAT Driver (CA)

Job DetailsJob Location: Thermal, CA - Thermal, CA 73374Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High SchoolSalary Range: $80,000.00 - $80,000.00 Salary/yearTravel Percentage: Road WarriorJob Shift: AnyJob Category: TransportationSapphire Gas Solutions LLC (Sapphire) is a national leader in the engineering, design, implementation, and execution of turnkey projects that deliver Renewable Natural Gas (RNG), Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG), and Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) to pipeline operators, agriculture customers, and heavy industrial customers throughout the United States. Sapphire is an industry leader who keeps our Core Values at the forefront of everything we do. Sapphire is a Safety-First focused company with integrated Accountability, Teamwork, Integrity, Entrepreneurship, Excellence, and Respect into everything we do. The RNG HAZMAT Driver will provide extensive knowledge, experience, and leadership for the safe transportation of all natural gas products & projects. The role will be to operate and maintain equipment, support LNG and CNG delivery, and ensure overall project success while providing top-level customer service and leadership in the field. This position will report directly to the Director of Transportation. The route information for the RNG HAZMAT Driver will be approximately 200-300 mile round trip. The RNG Driver will be driving a day cab trailer that will be either a CNG or a Diesel truck. The driver should be home every night and potentially stay out one night should something arise.  The RNG HAZMAT Driver must be local to Turlock, CA or Denair, CA or Atwater, CA or Merced, CA. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Safely operating company equipment associated with the delivering, loading, and off-loading of LNG (Liquid Natural Gas). Safely deliver a load of natural gas every other day (approx. 300-350 mile round trip per delivery) to a customer site location. Understand applications and limitations of company equipment Participate in pre-job planning and implementation activities as required Set up and move equipment to and around project locations Able to identify potential issues with company equipment as well as able to identify other issues during pre/post trip inspections Properly report equipment defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damage to equipment Operate mid to heavy-duty vehicles alone combined with trailers Secure cargo for transportation using chains, binders, tarps, bungee cords, and ratchets Adequately document daily activities including hours of service, fuel tracking, and all DOT regulations Understand and ensure compliance with company standard operating procedures and policies Have a sound understanding of DOT regulations, internal policies, government safety, and regulatory standards, and ensure these policies and standards are applied to daily activities and job sites Maintain a clean environment inside and outside of the assigned vehicle Perform other duties as assigned QualificationsQualifications include, but are not limited to: Requires a high school education or GED. The RNG HAZMAT Driver must be local to Turlock, CA or Denair, CA or Atwater, CA or Merced, CA. Must be able to drive a manual transmission. 3+ years CDL driving experience with HAZMAT required. Familiarity with Samsara preferred. Valid DOT License & CDL license and HAZMAT Endorsement from the permanent home state. All Drivers must have an acceptable motor vehicle record. Must provide moving violations from the past 3 years. Driver must have a current DOT Med Card completed by a registered medical professional and meet DOT requirements. Driver must have a valid Driver’s & CDL License & meet Homeland Security/Transportation Administration requirements. Obtain Texas Railroad Commission LNG & CNG Certification as required by company license within 45 days of start date. Previous employers and references will be checked and must be verifiable. Effective oral and written communication skills with strong leadership qualities. Able to use personal computer software proficiently, such as Word, Excel, and/or electronic mail. Able to respond to customers with courtesy and knowledge, in person and by telephone, applying good judgment and customer service skills, all while maintaining a positive personal appearance. Present and maintain a good driving record to operate vehicles safely and comply with laws and company policies. Ability to obtain and maintain any other certifications as required by regulations or customers.