CDL Class B Driver-Operator - SIGN ON BONUS

Austin Powder•Dunlap, TN

10d

About The Position

The CDL Class B Driver-Operator safely and reliably transports and delivers products, operates mobile manufacturing vehicles, and provides physical labor support at customer job sites and the home-base location. Driving represents approximately 20–30% of the work; the remainder involves outdoor physical tasks using tools and equipment. The role operates mobile manufacturing units to produce bulk blasting products and requires precise control of chemicals, careful recordkeeping, and compliance with company policies and regulations governing explosives. The position reports to the Location Manager for daily operations. At a customer site, the employee also takes instructions from the Blaster-In-Charge.

Requirements

Valid Class A or Class B CDL and a clean driving record.
Must be at least 21 years old, as required by the DOT.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
Ability to regularly lift 50 pounds and perform hands-on physical tasks.
Ability to read and interpret gauges and regulate them to required standards.
Ability to maintain accurate daily operational records, including product usage and safety checks.
Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills to address issues in the field.
Must meet State and Federal explosive-law requirements and qualify as an ATF explosive possessor.
Ability to work non-traditional hours, including very early starts.
Strong attention to detail for accurate inventory recordkeeping.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic with all units of measure.
Ability to follow written, oral, diagram, or schedule-based instructions.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, product bulletins, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to identify products by sight.
Reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

Hazmat, tanker, and air brake endorsements are highly preferred.
Unrestricted eligibility to operate manual transmissions is a plus.

Responsibilities

Maintain and operate vehicles and equipment safely and professionally.
Transport products, goods, inventory, hazardous materials, and other cargo to intended destinations.
Maintain driving and delivery logs, verify loads against manifest documents, and track and report working hours.
Load, unload, and transport materials and supplies, including overhead-bin loading that requires fall protection.
Operate mobile manufacturing units at customer locations to produce bulk blasting products and operate Austin Powder bulk equipment to ensure consistent product quality.
Operate mobile manufacturing equipment with precise control of chemicals in the product.
Complete pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and report maintenance requirements to the Location Manager.
Comply with regulatory requirements and company policies for delivery of bulk and packaged explosives.
Support daily operations and maintenance at Austin Powder locations and customer sites.
Perform other duties as assigned.