Propane Sales and Delivery

Overview

A job with propane sales and delivery requires a professional to sell and deliver propane to farms and businesses using propane in their production process.

What responsibilities will I have?

• Actively contact customers and prospects to market propane
• Responsible for payment collections and credit administration
• Deliver product to customer in a timely, efficient and safe manner
• Assist with customer service and energy operations
• Work with facility team to build unity and help accomplish company goals
• Assist with inventory control and team safety
• Follow all guidelines and regulations for hauling propane
• Maintain logs with each shipment, completing daily invoices and reports
• Perform visual inspection of truck before leaving premises and complete maintenance report on all deficiencies
• Report all accidents, traffic violations, and damage to vehicles
• Complete daily maintenance report and notify supervisor of any needed repairs
• Maintain cleanliness of your truck both inside and out
• Ensure on time loading and unloading and communicate with vendors if delays occur
• Provide excellent customer service, treating all customers in a friendly and courteous manner

What education and training is required?

A high school diploma, and a class B CDL with hazmat and tanker endorsements is required.

To pursue a career in propane sales and delivery:

The following high school courses are recommended:  agricultural education, mathematics, business courses and chemistry.

Where can I work?

Propane sales and delivery workers can be employed by energy companies and cooperatives.

Future Job Market / Outlook

The future outlook for a propane sales and delivery worker will be good over the next five years.

Suggested Professional Organizations and Associations

• National Propane Gas Association
• Western Propane Gas Association
• Local chamber of commerce