Class A Driver

Live Events•Kingsbury, IN

About The Position

The Class A Driver safely transports products, including display fireworks, in compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements and company protocols. The driver transports fireworks and equipment to assigned destinations and moves shipping containers to and from ports or terminals, while ensuring timely deliveries and recording shipments. The role also supports loading and unloading, inventory, vehicle upkeep, and required documentation. The schedule is highly variable and depends on delivery schedules. Work may include evenings, weekends, and holidays; overtime, if required, will be compensated in accordance with applicable labor laws. Frequent travel of up to 75% is required, including day, night, and overnight trips to event locations. The role involves indoor and outdoor work with temperatures that may fluctuate, and possible exposure to loud machinery, product handling, and event sounds. Physical duties include driving for extended periods, standing and walking for extended periods, moving through warehouse and office environments, and frequently pushing, pulling, or moving 75–100 pounds. Freight may be moved in and out of trucks using a pallet jack or other non-motorized equipment provided by the shipper or receiver.

Requirements

Previous commercial driving experience.
Strong attention to detail and a demonstrated commitment to safety.
Excellent communication and coordination skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced and occasionally high-pressure environment.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid Class A CDL.
Hazmat endorsement or ability to obtain one.
TWIC Card or ability to obtain one.
Ability to obtain ATF background clearance.
Provide proof of commercial driving experience from the past ten years.
No accidents within the past three years.
Comply with the Company Vehicle Monitoring System.
Enroll in the FMCSA Clearinghouse.
Pass a pre-employment drug screening and participate in a random testing program.
Maintain a clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) upon hire and at least annually, including at the time of medical card issuance or renewal.
Comply with all DOT requirements.
Ability to travel frequently, up to 75%, including day, night, and overnight travel.
Ability to drive for extended periods and frequently push, pull, or move 75–100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with container movements.
Knowledge of safety regulations and guidelines for fireworks handling.

Responsibilities

Safely transport fireworks and equipment to assigned destinations.
Transport shipping containers between ports or terminals and their destinations.
Ensure on-time deliveries and record shipment deliveries.
Ensure products are loaded, unloaded, and stored according to company policies and ATF standards and regulations.
Follow federal, state, and local regulations governing the handling and transportation of fireworks, as well as established safety protocols.
Plan compliant travel routes and follow traffic laws.
Inspect trucks and document issues.
Complete DOT-required pre-trip and post-trip inspections through the Vehicle Monitoring System.
Refuel, maintain, and clean trucks; report mechanical problems to maintenance personnel.
Complete and submit paperwork required by the company and DOT.
Follow company incident-reporting procedures and submit expense reports in accordance with company policy.
Assist with physical inventories as needed.
Assist with unloading incoming product and equipment from containers and trucks as required.