CDL Driver

Airportworker; Inwood (NY); On-site; USD 38,572; Full time

Job summary

A global aviation service provider, based in New York, seeks a CDL Driver to operate catering trucks and ensure timely delivery of services. This role requires a valid Class A or Class B CDL and at least one year of driving experience. Responsibilities include loading and unloading catering supplies, maintaining vehicle cleanliness, and adhering to safety regulations. The position offers $28.00 per hour with flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, ensuring a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• At least one year of driving experience.
• Previous experience in a warehouse or airline catering environment preferred.
• Must obtain a Port ID in accordance with TSA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload carts and items efficiently.
• Communicate effectively with team members.
• Coordinate with flight crew positively.
• Ensure accurate catering for flights.
• Adhere to safety and sanitation policies.

Skills

Strong attention to detail

Ability to multitask effectively

Reliable with excellent attendance

Flexible availability

Ability to lift and maneuver heavy objects

Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment

Commitment to safety

Education

High School Diploma or GED preferred

Valid Class A or Class B CDL with air brake endorsement

Job description

Shift Availability

• Evening Shift
• Holidays
• Flexible Hours
• Weekends

dnata is one of the world’s largest air services providers. Established in 1959, the company ensures the aviation industry operates smoothly and efficiently in 127 airports. Offering ground handling, cargo, travel, and flight catering services in 35 countries across six continents, dnata is a trusted partner for over 300 airline customers around the world. Each day, the company handles over 1,900 flights, moves over 8,500 tons of cargo, books over 16,000 hotel stays, and uplifts over 320,000 meals.

As a CDL Driver at dnata Catering, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of catering trucks and other company vehicles. This role is essential to ensuring the timely and accurate delivery of aviation catering services. You will represent dnata with a professional, courteous, and service‑oriented approach when interacting with clients within the aviation industry. In addition to driving duties, you may assist with loading and unloading catering supplies, maintaining vehicle cleanliness, and completing routine vehicle inspections. Strong attention to detail, strict adherence to safety regulations, and effective route navigation are critical to supporting the overall success of our catering operations.

Compensation

$28.00 Per Hour

Qualifications & Requirements

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED preferred, with at least one (1) year of driving experience.
• Valid Class A or Class B CDL with air brake endorsement required.
• Previous experience in a warehouse or airline catering environment preferred.

Requirements & Skills

• Ability to meet all requirements necessary to obtain a Port ID in accordance with TSA regulations, including 49 CFR §1542.209.
• Must meet all applicable state and local food handler certification requirements for the work location (Texas requires a Food Handler Certificate within 60 days of hire).
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask effectively.
• Reliable, with excellent attendance and punctuality.
• Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to lift, push, and maneuver heavy objects, including racks and equipment.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment.
• Commitment to working safely to prevent injury to self and others.
• Ability to read and write in English.

Job Responsibilities

• Load and unload all carts, trash, and items to be laundered to and from catering truck to designated aircraft in a safe and efficient manner.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with team members.
• Coordinate with flight crew while maintaining positive customer relations.
• Perform all duties safely to prevent injury to self and others.
• Provide professional service to airline customers at all times.
• Ensure all flights are catered accurately and within required timeframes.
• Adhere to all HACCP, GMP, and sanitation policies to ensure proper food handling.
• Follow all Ramp Safety policies and procedures, including wearing required safety vests while on the airfield.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Additional Information

• While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee is continuously asked to multi‑task under time limits. Position requires constant attention to precise details and accuracy of specified standards including following simple to complex (more than 3 steps) instructions, and concentration which frequently extends beyond 30 minutes at a time. This position also requires constant attendance and punctuality – is consistently at work and on time. Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. Meets productivity standards; completes work in timely manner; strives to increase productivity; works quickly.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Safety and security – observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.

Work Environment

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to extreme cold/heat (weather), heights and loud noise (earplugs must be worn while on the Ramp).

dnata is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.