Truck Driver, Heavy - CIF

Bowhead; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Bowhead seeks a full-time Truck Driver, Heavy, with CLASS A CDL and Passenger Endorsement, to support the Logistics Readiness Center at Fort Jackson, SC. This position transports passengers on local and longer routes and requires safety and compliance with regulations.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, at least four years of CDL driving, and the ability to work independently or in a team.

Qualifications

• CDL with passenger endorsement required.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least four years of CDL driving experience preferred.
• Military familiarity is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Safety-focused operation of heavy trucks transporting passengers.
• Load/unload cargo as needed and assist with inventory and paperwork.
• Complete vehicle utilization records and logs.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance and inspections.
• Plan safe and efficient routes in compliance with regulations.
• Maintain logs and service documentation.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

CDL with passenger endorsement

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Military familiarity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Truck Driver, Heavy - CIF (2026-26381):

Bowhead is actively seeking a full-time Truck Driver with a CLASS A CDL and Passenger Endorsement to support the Logistics Readiness Center (LRC) at Fort Jackson, SC. The role involves safely transporting passengers over designated routes, both locally and over longer distances.

Responsibilities

Essential duties include:

• The Heavy Truck Driver primarily transports, loads, unloads, stacks and stages equipment.
• This driver may load or unload truck with forklift or other material handling equipment. Reviews paperwork, conducts inventory, and ensures accuracy of load.
• Completes vehicle utilization records, including miles operated, hours operated, and POL added.
• Performs operator-level preventive maintenance, daily inspections, and minor servicing in accordance with established regulations and company policy.
• Determines the safest and most practical routes while observing speed limits and traffic regulations.
• Maintains required logs, inspection forms, and service documentation.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with passenger endorsements and other endorsement that will allow the operation of buses exceeding 26,000 pounds (gross vehicle weight) and the operation of liquid transporters with a capacity of 1,000 gallons or more.
• High school Diploma or GED required
• At least four years of experience driving with a CDL preferred
• A familiarity with the military is preferred but not required
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts
• Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team.
• Failure to meet or maintain this licensing requirement may result in disqualification from Heavy Truck Driver duties, reassignment if a qualified position is available, or separation from the contract in accordance with company policy and applicable law.

This is a SCA position and the targeted hourly rate is $25.35 hourly.

Physical Demands:

• Frequently lifts items weighing up to 25 pounds independently and occasionally lifts up to 65 pounds with assistance
• Must be able to stand, walk, and sit for prolonged amounts of time
• Uses arms, hands, and fingers for pulling and positioning materials, sewing, and using tools such as shears

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIRED: Must be able to obtain a security clearance at the Public Trust Level (NACI). Due to the location of this work, US Citizenship is required. Bowhead reserves the right to change this requirement if necessitated by business needs or contractual obligations.

Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Bowhead considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.