Truck Driver - Class A

About Day and Zimmermann
 

At our Day & Zimmermann Munitions Plants, we know the stakes and We do what we say! ® We’re the team working behind the scenes to make sure our nation’s front lines have safe, high-quality ammunition. As a trusted premier manufacturer of ammunition to the U.S. Military, some of our capabilities range from production of direct and indirect fire, components, to special projects and beyond. With more than 120 years of experience behind us, it’s no surprise that our teams consistently exceed expectations! Come join in on our purpose – We put people to work, we protect American freedoms, and we help our customers power and improve the world! https://dayzim.com

This position pays $21.55 per hour!

As the Truck Driver here’s the work you’ll do:

• Operates automotive vehicles such as pickup, sedans, carryalls, panel trucks, tone and one-half flat bed, tank trucks and stake trucks; semi-trailers, tractors with trailer, dump truck, garbage trucks, FWD trucks with auger, asphalt spreaders, buses, winch truck, wreckers, low boys and other motorized equipment of similar capacity as assigned
• Performs pickup and delivery service; transports inert or explosive materials, personnel, equipment and supplies within the plant or on the public highways and may be required to load and/or unload vehicle with or without assistance of employees in other classifications
• Operates vehicles in all types of weather and under other hazardous driving and road conditions.
• Must know and observe all traffic, speed and safety regulations and be familiar with what is necessary for the proper upkeep and operation of the vehicle to which assigned.
• Follows training when work requires collecting, transporting, storing, treating, disposing and/or otherwise handling of hazardous waste and its related documentation.
• May be assigned to load, transfer and/or unload hazardous wastes/materials. Drivers so assigned must have documented evidence of training as included in the Company's Hazardous Waste Training Program.

This role is for you if you have these skills:

• Hold a current Class A Commercial Drivers License with Endorsement to transport Hazardous Material.
• Physically able to load and/or unload vehicle with or without assistance.
• Knowledge of guidelines regarding working with hazardous waste.
• Complies with safety guidelines, Company policies and related state and federal driving regulations when operating vehicles.

And if you have these qualifications:

• High School or equivalent
• One year of previous driving experience of a semi-tractor/trailer or similar equipment.

We care about our employees and it shows.  Our staff receive a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical/Rx, dental and vision coverage; life, AD&D and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; 100% paid maternity leave for up to 12 weeks, parental leave, family leave, other paid time off; voluntary benefits and discount programs to meet our employees’ individual needs including pet insurance for our furry family members!

 To ensure a safe work environment while meeting the physical demands of the job, you must be able to perform the following physical and mental tasks, with or without a reasonable accommodation:

• Visual acuity (e.g., needed to prepare and analyze data, to transcribe documents, to view a computer, to read, to inspect objects, to operate machinery.
• Balancing (e.g. maintaining equilibrium when walking, climbing, crouching, etc.)
• Stooping (e.g. bending the spine at the waist)
• Reaching (e.g. reaching the arms or legs in any direction)
• Lifting motion or lifting objects more than 15 pounds
• Repetitive motion of any part of the body
• Kneeling, crouching or crawling
• Pushing or pulling (e.g. using a part of your body to press against something in a downward or outward direction or in a dragging or hauling motion)
• Manual Dexterity (e.g. picking, pinching, typing, or other working that uses fingers)
• Grasping (e.g. use of hand to apply pressure)
• Feeling (e.g. perceiving an object’s size, shape, texture, etc.)
• Climbing (e.g. ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, pole, etc. using feet and legs and hands/arms to climb)
• Hearing
• Talking
• Capacity to think, concentrate and focus for long periods of time.
• Ability to read complex documents in the English language.
• Capacity to reason and make sound decisions.
• Ability to write complex documents in the English language.
• Capacity to express thoughts orally.
• Ability to wear a mask, respirator, bullet proof vest, or other equipment.
• Ability to regularly perform all job functions at Company’s office or worksite.
• Ability to withstand environmental conditions (e.g. extreme heat or cold, grass, wind, sand, fumes, odors, gases, extreme noise, etc.)

SO WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?  APPLY NOW!  Talent Acquisition Partner: Andrew Johnson

Diversity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity

Day & Zimmermann is committed to maintaining an inclusive workforce, where employees are hired, retained, compensated and promoted based on their contributions to our Company. Our collective strength is rooted in over a century of diverse employees and businesses, commitment to success, and delivery on promises made. Federal and state Equal Employment Opportunity laws prohibit employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status and disability status. Day & Zimmermann is committed to providing an equal opportunity work environment in full compliance with these laws. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation in the application process, please email reasonableaccommodation@dayzim.com, and please specify which position you are interested in, including job title and location.