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Appalachia Explosives, LLC CDL Driver (Commercial Drivers License Driver) in Pound, Virginia
We are excited to announce an opportunity at Appalachia Explosives for a
CDL Class B Driverwithin our team.
The primary responsibility of this driver is to operate a tractor-trailer for transporting blasting products and delivering them to customers.
This position will also be responsible for driving and operating bulk trucks(Mobile Mixing Units)andinstalling blasting products for our customers at local construction sites, mines, and quarries as well as beingaccountable for the upkeep and maintenance of the equipment.
This is a blended role that consists of 40% driving and 60% physical work related to the installation of blasting products. Responsibilities include product loading, driving a CDL truck, pulling hoses, and climbing on and off the truck in all types of weather conditions.
Additionally, this role will operate plant and equipment to provide blasting products while assisting in delivering a high-quality service of bulk explosives to customers. We prioritize safety and strive to ensure that all operations are conducted in a safe and environmentally responsible manner at all times.
Work schedule
- Monday thru Friday, with occasional Saturday
- Early morning starts at 6:00 AM
- Overtime may be needed
What you will be doing
- This is a blended role that consists of 40% driving and 60% physical work
- Pre-trip and post-trip inspection of vehicles including checking and filling fluid levels
- Drives emulsion tanker truck and box trucks
- Ensure raw materials and dangerous goods are used, handled, and stored according to requirements
- Ensure minimum damage to the environment through waste minimization and control
- Report all unusual incidents and accidents immediately
- Participate in daily toolbox talks and monthly safety meetings
What you will bring
- At least one year of experience driving and/or handling materials
- Knowledgeable of DOT regulations required
- Ability to communicate and work in a team environment
- Good attention to detail and math skills to handle inventory on daily basis
- Ability to prioritize various projects, ongoing daily tasks, and high priority situations to maximize efficiency
Physical requirements
- The work environment involves being outside in all types of weather
- Lifting up to 60 pounds and carrying 50 pounds or more of product or other materials
- Must be able to load the product, pull large hoses, fill holes, and climb on/off of the truck
- Shoveling gravel to fill drilled holes consistently throughout the day
- Pushing/pulling in working with equipment
- Other activities include frequent bending and squatting
Your qualifications
- Requires Class B CDL (Class A is a plus)
- Tanker endorsement preferred
- Hazmat endorsement preferred
- We will support obtaining endorsements
- At least one year of experience driving is preferred
- High School diploma or equivalent