Overview
Seasonal CDL Driver – Hazmat Reimbursed Jobs in Ocala, Florida, USA at TNT Fireworks
About the Job:
Please note, this position includes direct-store delivery, counting and loading product, and issuing credits. Applicants with DSD, Route Sales, Retail, Management, or LTL experience will be highly considered. School bus drivers are also encouraged to apply, as our work occurs during summer / Christmas breaks.
OTR driver history not including any other relevant experience may not be considered.
TNT Fireworks is currently hiring seasonal returns drivers to deliver consumer fireworks orders beginningJune 20thand pick up unsold product from our FL and GA grocery and retail stores over a 2 week period beginningJuly 7th.
During returns, drivers will be assigned a territory and route of stores to pick up the unsold products from. As a back door (DSD) vendor, they are responsible to count, sort, and box returns, to be transported in compliance with DOT hazmat requirements, and upload the return counts to an iPad. Accurate return quantities are vital to ensure proper credit to each store.
Expectations are to work 10+ hour days M-F and partial day Saturday, with 34 continuous hours off duty over the weekend.
Top workers may earn the opportunity to travel to other states once our territory is complete. Most of our drivers are provided the opportunity to return to us each New Year’s and July seasons.
Key responsibilities:
Properly count or verify with DSD Receiver, Claims associates, or store management quantities of each item for credit, and enter them into an iPad.Understanding of basic computer skills and Bluetooth are a must.
Once counts are complete, sort products based on three categories in separate pallets in the truck, properly packaged and blocked/braced in accordance to D.O.T. hazmat/company requirements.
Communicate daily with office support staff to ensure the product is available and ready for pickup when you arrive at the stores.
Must be professional as a company representative under pressure.
Qualifications and Skills:
Class B CDL w/ hazmat will be required, but any Class B drivers are encouraged to apply and obtain hazmat endorsement by mid-October. Up to $150 in training/fees for obtaining hazmat may be reimbursed upon successful completion of the season. Hazmat background checks may take as long as 6-7 weeks to complete, so hazmat testing and fingerprints must be submitted to DMV byApril 30th.
Must be able to lift up to 40+ lb and reach above head to properly stack and secure the load.
Benefits:
Pay for deliveries varies by route/mileage, but returns average $1000 – $1,500 per week during the two to three week period. Returns are paid on a per-store basis, so motivated drivers have additional opportunities.
A company credit card is provided for fuel and hotels. Upon completion of the season, up to $40 daily per diem is reimbursed to cover meals and personal expenses.
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Title: Seasonal CDL Driver – Hazmat Reimbursed
Company: TNT Fireworks
Location: Ocala, Florida, USA
Category: Transportation
