CDL Class B Driver/Operator - SIGN ON BONUS

Austin Powder•Midland, TX

About The Position

The CDL Class B Driver/Operator safely transports and delivers products, operates mobile manufacturing vehicles, provides physical labor support at customer job sites, and contributes to daily operations at the home-base location. Driving makes up approximately 20–30% of the work; the remaining time involves outdoor physical labor, including using hand tools and shovels and working in the elements. The role includes operating mobile manufacturing units and equipment to produce bulk blasting products, handling materials and hazardous cargo, and maintaining accurate delivery, operating, and safety records. The position directly reports to the Location Manager. At a customer location, 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 of age, as required by the DOT.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Must meet state and federal explosive-law requirements and qualify as an ATF explosive possessor.
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
Ability to regularly lift 50 pounds.
Ability to read and interpret gauges and regulate them to required standards.
Ability to maintain accurate daily operating records, including product usage and safety checks.
Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills to address field issues.
Ability to work non-traditional hours, including very early starts.
High attention to detail for accurate inventory recordkeeping.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic with all units of measure.
Ability to follow written, oral, diagram-based, 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 ability to operate manual transmissions is a plus.

Responsibilities

Maintain and operate vehicles and equipment safely and professionally.
Coordinate and operate mechanical mechanisms to deliver emulsion.
Pick up and transport goods, inventory, hazardous materials, and other cargo to their destinations.
Maintain driving and delivery logs, confirm 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 create bulk products for blasting.
Operate Austin Powder bulk equipment to produce consistent-quality products.
Perform pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections and report maintenance needs to the Location Manager.
Comply with regulatory requirements and company policies for delivery of bulk and packaged explosives.
Operate mobile manufacturing equipment with precise control of chemicals in the product.
Assist with daily operations and maintenance at the Austin Powder location and customer sites.
Perform other duties as assigned.