Truck Driver - $26/hr

Lsg Group; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 54,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Benefits Package

401(k) with company participation

Union position

Free meals, parking & uniforms

Job summary

LSG Sky Chefs in Minneapolis is hiring experienced box truck drivers to support airline catering operations on the airport tarmac. You will operate high-lift box trucks (16’–26’) to deliver and retrieve catering carts to aircraft, with emphasis on safety and on-time performance.

This full-time role requires 1+ year box truck experience, a Minnesota license, TSA background, and ability to work outdoors in all weather, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Valid Minnesota Driver’s License with clean driving record.
• Minimum 1 year of box truck or straight truck driving experience (16’–26’).
• Ability to pass TSA background check.
• Airport security clearance.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs.
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Open availability (day, night, weekends, holidays).
• Strong communication skills and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a high-lift box truck on airport tarmac.
• Load, transport, and unload airline catering carts and equipment.
• Raise/lower truck to aircraft doors for accurate loading.
• Ensure on-time delivery based on flight schedules.
• Communicate with flight crews, ramp agents, and kitchen teams.
• Perform vehicle safety checks and maintain cleanliness.
• Follow all airport safety, TSA, and security procedures.

Skills

Strong communication

Job description

Location: 3100 E 73rd St., Minneapolis, MN 55450

Pay: $26.00/hour

Schedule: Full-time (40 hours/week) – must be available for all shifts, including nights, weekends & holidays

Join LSG Sky Chefs – A Global Leader in Airline Catering

LSG Sky Chefs is a global leader in airline catering and in-flight services, supporting over 300 airlines across 209 airports worldwide. Every year, we deliver nearly 600 million meals and provide logistics, retail, and lounge services that keep the aviation industry moving.

If you’re an experienced box truck driver looking for a stable, high-paying job with great benefits, this is your opportunity to work in a fast-paced airport operations environment.

Now Hiring: Experienced Box Truck / Straight Truck Drivers

We are seeking reliable, safety-focused High-Lift Drivers to support aircraft catering operations. In this role, you will operate specialized high-lift box trucks (16’–26’) to deliver and retrieve food carts directly to commercial aircraft.

Important: This is NOT an entry-level driving job.

Applicants must have prior box truck or straight truck experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate a high-lift box truck on airport tarmac
• Load, transport, and unload airline catering carts and equipment
• Raise/lower truck to aircraft doors for accurate loading
• Ensure on-time delivery based on flight schedules
• Communicate with flight crews, ramp agents, and kitchen teams
• Perform vehicle safety checks and maintain cleanliness
• Follow all airport safety, TSA, and security procedures

Requirements (Must-Have)

• Valid Minnesota Driver’s License with clean driving record
• Minimum 1 year of box truck or straight truck driving experience (16’–26’ required)
• Ability to pass:
• TSA background check
• Airport security clearance
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Open availability (day, night, weekends, holidays)
• Strong communication skills and reliability

Not Qualified If Your Only Experience Includes:

• Personal vehicle driving
• Rideshare or delivery apps (Amazon, DoorDash, Uber, etc.)
• Forklift-only experience

Preferred Experience (Plus, Not Required)

• Airline catering or airport ramp experience
• Logistics, trucking, or warehouse distribution
• Experience with high-lift vehicles or aircraft servicing

Why Apply?

• Competitive Pay: $26/hour
• Full Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 401(k) with company participation
• Life, Disability & AD&D Insurance
• Union position for job stability
• Free meals, parking & uniforms
• Growth opportunities in a global company
• 8–10 hour shifts
• Day & evening shifts required
• Schedules are assigned based on seniority bidding (2–3 times/year)

Equal Opportunity Employer

LSG Sky Chefs is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.