U107 CDL Driver

Northrop Grumman; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Driver to support its organization in Linthicum, Maryland. The role demands a valid CDL A with HazMat endorsement, a clean driving record, and a willingness to operate specialized equipment across multiple sites.

You will coordinate with dispatch, maintain logs and safety gear, and ensure all loads are secured and delivered per customer requirements. This is a full-time, on-site position with a strong emphasis on safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Must have a valid state-issued drivers license with CDL A endorsement and be able to demonstrate skills via interview.
• Experience driving commercial vehicles (straight truck or tractor) required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain US Secret clearance and HazMat endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Familiarize with routes, GVW, bed height, and vehicle specs per customer instructions.
• Operate lift gate and maintain equipment readiness and safety gear in truck.
• Keep up-to-date emergency guide book, local map, and safety equipment (triangles, spill kit, extinguisher).
• Coordinate with dispatch to cover all stops and log mileage, times, and stops accurately.
• Load/unload trucks with proper blocking/bracing and handle materials safely.
• Maintain logs, report discrepancies, and ensure compliance with DOT regulations.

Skills

CDL A license

Hazmat endorsement

Valid state driver’s license

Ability to obtain Secret clearance

Logbook/documentation

Vehicle inspection & safety practices

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Training on DOT regulations

Tools

Driver logbook

DOT compliance documentation

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: None TRAVEL: No Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. We have a wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and cyber solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and provide superior situational awareness and understanding to protect the U.S. and its global allies.

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Driver to support its organization in Linthicum, Maryland.

PRIMARY FUNCTION

1. Ensure you as a driver are familiar with your routes, understand your vehicles GVW, Max weight capacity, bed height, width of vehicle and any special instructions that may be required by the customer at the pickup/drop off location - Verbal instruction may be issued in lieu of written instruction.
2. Ensure as a driver you have been shown & understand the proper operations of the lift gate on your vehicle.
3. All drivers should carry an up-to-date “Emergency guide book” in truck as well as a company-supplied local map, and ensure all safety gear is present, i.e., triangles, spill kit, fire extinguishers, first aid kit.
4. Personnel assigned to dispatch will understand times expected at each stop and which driver will be doing which route. Driver is responsible to coordinate with management and dispatch for any concerns and ensure all required stops are covered.
5. Drivers shall keep a manual drivers log, as required by law, recording mileage, departure time, first stop arrival, name of stop. Any discrepancies/concerns should be addressed to dispatcher or direct manager.
6. Drivers will coordinate with dispatch or direct manager if they have picked up salvage/scrap materials to ensure they understand where to deliver the materials and are NEVER to throw scrap materials in dumpsters. Driver must deliver said materials to proper location. Scrapped material must be disposed of in accordance with established salvage procedures.
7. Drivers and approved NGC personnel are responsible to load and unload trucks and ensure there is adequate blocking/bracing/strapping of loads for protection during the transit by reducing movement of product during transport. Utilize all required material handling equipment to move material safely.
8. Obtain and verify all materials, using required equipment to check and identify quantity, size, weight, and condition at location. Record discrepancies and report in drivers log and advise direct manager by phone/text, if necessary.
9. Drivers with HAZMAT endorsements are responsible to load and transport materials safely, including determining if there are “non-compatibles” when loading vehicle. Check all cargo prior to loading for appropriate hazardous placards and labeling when required.
10. Each driver is responsible to maintain inventory of straps, load bars, hand cart, pallet jack, stretch wrap, and any other required tooling.
11. Maintain all logs and records as required by law to perform the job, including vehicle maintenance logs. Advise dispatch of mechanical issues.
12. Only approved Northrop Grumman employees allowed in company vehicles.
13. Work under the direction of dispatcher or direct manager.
14. Record, maintain, and update information concerning tag expiration date, DOT inspection dates, mileage for oil changes, using a drivers log book with date of your observation and other discrepancies as required.
15. Utilize tracking devices, scanners, and the like for material movement visibility.
16. Maintain training certifications as required.
17. Drive professionally and obey all traffic laws.
18. Maintain your equipment and keep the inside of bed of your truck in clean or orderly condition. This is an IUE Union Represented position This is a 1st Shift Position Education Requirement: High School graduate or recognized equivalent Experience Requirement: Must Have a valid state-issued Drivers license with a current CDL “A” endorsement and be able to demonstrate skills required to perform the job via a structured interview. Must have previous experience with driving commercial vehicles (straight truck or tractor). Must be able to obtain and maintain a US “Secret” clearance as well as HAZMAT endorsement.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior experience in a manufacturing, logistics, or distribution environment.
• Experience with dispatch coordination, manual driver logs, and DOT compliance documentation.
• Experience handling hazardous mate

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO.

U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

We are a pioneering company. With careers across all areas: air, cyber, land, sea and space – our 90,000 employees work as one to defend and define the future. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will give you every opportunity to do your best work. Working together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines, we share a drive to push the boundaries of science, technology and engineering to meet the ever evolving needs of our customers worldwide.