Van Driver

Major Drilling America; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

14 days on / 14 days off

Global leader in drilling services

Safety-first team

Job summary

Major Drilling America in Elko, Nevada seeks a reliable Van Driver to transport employees between Elko and the Horse Canyon project site. You will operate company vehicles, follow safety procedures, and support crew rotations with a split shift.

The role requires early/late shifts, strong communication, and the ability to document mileage and inspections while providing professional customer service.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) review.
• Minimum 21 years of age.
• Strong safety awareness and defensive driving skills.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Good communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport employees between Elko and the Horse Canyon project site.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and report maintenance concerns.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of company vehicles.
• Ensure compliance with all company transportation policies and applicable driving regulations.
• Monitor weather and road conditions and adjust travel plans as needed to ensure safe transportation.
• Maintain accurate mileage, inspection, and transportation records.
• Coordinate with operations personnel regarding crew transportation schedules and shift changes.
• Provide professional and courteous customer service to employees utilizing transportation services.
• Respond appropriately to emergencies, vehicle breakdowns, or changing operational needs.
• Adhere to all Major Drilling safety standards and procedures.

Skills

Valid driver’s license

Clean driving record

MVR review

21+ years

Defensive driving

Independent work

Punctuality

Communication

Job description

Van Driver

Position Summary

Major Drilling America is seeking a reliable and safety-focused Van Driver to transport employees between Elko, Nevada and the Horse Canyon project site. This position plays a critical role in ensuring crews arrive safely and on time for shift changes and daily operations.

The Van Driver will operate company vehicles, maintain safe driving practices, and provide professional transportation services for employees working rotating day and night shifts. Due to the nature of the operation, this position requires a flexible split-shift schedule to accommodate crew rotations.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely transport employees between Elko and the Horse Canyon project site.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and report maintenance concerns.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of company vehicles.
• Ensure compliance with all company transportation policies and applicable driving regulations.
• Monitor weather and road conditions and adjust travel plans as needed to ensure safe transportation.
• Maintain accurate mileage, inspection, and transportation records.
• Coordinate with operations personnel regarding crew transportation schedules and shift changes.
• Provide professional and courteous customer service to employees utilizing transportation services.
• Respond appropriately to emergencies, vehicle breakdowns, or changing operational needs.
• Adhere to all Major Drilling safety standards and procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to successfully pass a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) review.
• Minimum 21 years of age.
• Strong safety awareness and defensive driving skills.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Good communication and organizational skills.

Working Conditions

• Frequent driving in varying weather and road conditions.
• Extended periods of sitting and operating a vehicle.
• Early morning, daytime, nighttime, and weekend work required.
• Rotating day and night schedules based on operational needs.
• Split-shift schedule designed to support crew change transportation requirements.
• Exposure to mining and industrial work environments during employee pickups and drop-offs.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to safely enter and exit vehicles multiple times per shift.
• Ability to sit for extended periods while driving.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to perform vehicle inspections, including bending, reaching, and climbing.

What We Offer

• 14 days on / 14 days off schedule
• Opportunity to work with a global leader in drilling services
• Supportive team environment focused on safety and operational excellence

Due to current tax regulations, employment laws, and the complexities of state-specific compliance requirements, we are only able to consider candidates who reside in certain states where we are set up to conduct business.

Unfortunately, we are not currently able to move forward with candidates residing in...

• Connecticut
• Washington DC
• Hawaii
• Indiana
• Kansas
• Massachusetts
• Maine
• New Jersey
• New York
• Wisconsin

We understand this may be disappointing, and we want to assure you that this decision is based solely on operational limitations related to payroll taxes, employment law compliance, and reciprocity agreements—not on your qualifications or experience.

Should our hiring footprint change in the future, we would welcome the opportunity to reconnect.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Major Drilling America, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company does not and will not discriminate in employment and personnel practices on the basis of race, sex, age, handicap, religion, national origin or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Hiring, transferring and promotion practices are performed without regard to the above listed items.