Austin Powder is seeking to hire a full-time CDL-A Driver to join our team at one of our three locations based near East Camden, AR . This CDL-A driver will be responsible for transporting materials between Austin Powder locations and customer sites.
JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for loading, transporting and unloading materials from trailers and tankers to and from specified destinations. CDL-A Driver will be part of a driver team of two and drive a company provided semi-tractor with sleeper. Single driver spots come available at times.
ABOUT AUSTIN POWDER Austin Powder manufactures a full line of industrial explosives and provides blasting services to customers in the quarrying, mining, construction, and oil and gas industries -- all for the purpose of providing aggregate, energy, and mineral products to consumers.
Our values of commitment to safety, attention to detail, and the power of family are the very bedrock upon which our company's culture is built. We truly value our team which is why we offer competitive opportunities for career growth and advancement.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Must satisfactorily perform each of the essential functions, duties, and responsibilities listed below.
Drives and/or operates truck for delivery across United States. Less frequent are possible Canada deliveries. Unload tankers into storage bin at customer using onboard pump. Pulls/loads/unloads/counts inventory both pre- and post-trip. Completes pre and post-trip vehicle inspections and reports maintenance requirements to manager. Follows the direction of the Transportation Dispatcher at the job site. Develops and maintains positive work relationships with co-workers, customers, vendors and government agencies. Displays work behaviors that are honest and ethical in pursuit of APC business goals. SAFETY & COMPLIANCE: Complies with APC inventory management procedures. Maintains a safe and healthy work environment by assuring regulatory compliance at the location, at customer sites, and during transit. Completes and maintains accurate, legible paperwork as required by company policies and procedures, Department of Transportation, or other federal or state agencies. ERGONOMIC CONDITIONS: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Outdoor climate and terrain. Exposure to dust, noise, oils, greases, and other debris. While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to walk. The employee is also required to stand; sit; use hands to operate controls, climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk and hear. Loads and unloads pallets of material or unload tanker. Loading a tanker trucks may require climbing on top of vehicle. Must be able to sleep in sleeper while team driver is driving truck. SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE: Must demonstrate competency and proficiency in the following skills and/or abilities.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, product bulletins, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to identify products by sight. Fluent in English. QUALIFICATIONS: Education: High school or equivalent (GED) degree. Must be 21 as required by DOT. Must pass a background check Must be able to acquire an ATF license to possess explosives Must meet requirements of all State and Federal explosive laws. Must be able to acquire Passport Licenses and Certification: Certified by Austin Powder Safety Department. Must possess a current Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with the following classes.
Class A any combination over 26,001 with the following endorsements. Hazardous Material. X-Combination of Tank and Hazardous Material. Air Brake EXPERIENCE: Must have acquired, as a minimum, the following experience.
2 years driving experience with Class-A CDL. SCHEDULE AND WAGE INFORMATION Current Opportunity is for Team Drivers. At times, single driver opportunities exist in the company. Typical schedule for driver to leave Sunday afternoon/evening and return Friday. Home most weekends Benefits package offered including medical, dental, and 401(k) company match Annual performance bonus Wage: Current Team Mileage Rate of $0.644/mile plus stop pay adders Job Posted by ApplicantPro
