CDL Class B Driver-Operator

AUSTIN POWDER COMPANY; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

AUSTIN POWDER COMPANY is looking for a qualified individual to operate and maintain vehicles and equipment. The role involves significant outdoor work and physical labor, including lifting heavy materials and using hand tools.

Applicants must possess a valid CDL, have a high school diploma, and be physically capable of meeting the job demands. Hazmat and tanker endorsements are preferred. This position is critical for ensuring safe and efficient delivery of blasting materials.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age as required by the DOT.
• Ability to follow instructions in various forms.
• Experience operating mobile manufacturing equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintains/operates vehicles and equipment safely.
• Coordinates and handles mechanical mechanisms for emulsion delivery.
• Performs vehicle inspections and reports maintenance needs.

Skills

Valid Class-A or Class-B CDL license

Ability to work outside in all weather conditions

Physical ability to lift 50lbs regularly

Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Maintains/operates vehicles and equipment in a safe, professional manner.
• Driving time is 20 – 30% and remainder is performing physical labor activities using hand tools, shovels, etc. outside with exposure to the elements.
• Coordinates and handles mechanical mechanisms to deliver emulsion.
• Picks up and transports goods, inventory, hazardous materials, and other types of cargo to intended destinations.
• Keeps driving and delivery logs maintained, confirms the contents of loads match manifest documents, and tracks and reports working hours.
• Responsible for loading/unloading and transporting materials and supplies to and from specified destinations, including overhead bin loading requiring fall protection.
• Operates mobile manufacturing units (MMUs) onsite at customer locations to create a wide array of bulk products for blasting.
• Masters the operation of Austin Powder bulk equipment to create consistent quality in our products to enhance our customer experience.
• Completes pre‑ and post‑trip vehicle inspections and reports any maintenance requirements to the Location Manager.
• Complies with all regulatory requirements and company policies for the delivery of bulk and packaged explosives.
• Operates mobile manufacturing equipment, including precise control of chemicals into the product.
• Provides a hands‑on approach in the daily operation and maintenance of the Austin Powder location and customer sites.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Valid Class‑A or Class‑B CDL license and clean driving record.
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions.
• Physical ability to lift 50lbs. on a regular basis.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting gauges and regulating them to correct standards.
• Maintains accurate records of daily operations, including product usage and safety checks.
• Troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills to fix issues in the field.
• Hazmat, tanker, and air brake endorsements are highly preferred.
• Must meet the requirements of all State and Federal explosive laws and qualify as an ATF explosive possessor.
• Unrestricted operation of manual transmissions is a plus.
• Ability to work non‑traditional hours (starting very early).
• High attention to detail to maintain accurate inventory record keeping.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure.
• Ability to follow 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.
• Reliable transportation.

Education and Experience

• Must be 21 years of age as required by the DOT.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Reporting Relationships

Reports to the Location Manager for daily operations. When on‑site at a customer’s location, will take instructions from the Blaster‑In‑Charge.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

This position involves working outdoors in all weather conditions, lifting and carrying approximately 50lbs., and performing a variety of hands‑on physical tasks utilizing material handling equipment, safety equipment, and hand tools.

Equal Opportunity and E‑Verify

Austin Powder is an Equal Opportunity andAffirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job‑related reasons regardless of an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Austin Powder also participates in E‑Verify. This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41CFR60‑1.4(a),60‑300.5(a) and60‑741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and inquiring about, discussing or disclosing compensation. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.