Commercial Driver's License A Truck Driver

Title: Class A CDL Driver Location: Horseheads, NY Job type: Contract (12+ Months) Job Description: Key Responsibilities Operate various vehicles including: Tractor trailer units Body load units 550s with gooseneck trailers Hook up hoses, run air slide controls, strap loads Hotshot pallets of chemicals between districts May assist equipment operators when needed Not a “no-touch” driving role — physical involvement is required Experience and Skills Must be able to drive manual transmission vehicles (Automatic transmission restrictions disqualify candidates due to limited availability of automatic trucks) Top 3 skills: Willingness to learn Adaptability to changing schedules and tasks Time management and self-regulation No minimum years of experience required but prefer oil & gas/driver experience License and Certification Requirements Valid Class A CDL with no restrictions Air brakes endorsement Tanker endorsement Manual transmission capability required Hazmat endorsement is a plus but not required Minimum education: High school diploma or equivalent Travel Requirements Travel required; housing and flights provided Local candidates preferred Work Environment Based in Horseheads, NY Field/onshore, heavy industrial environment Hands-on, physically active role Training Conducted in Kellyville: NEST HVT QUEST certifications Additional in-house and site-specific safety training Shadowing with experienced drivers before solo assignments Shift/Hours Rotation: 15 days on / 6 days off Hours: Up to 14 hours/day, occasionally 16 hours/day Typically work up to 70 hours/week, followed by a DOT reset Weekly Average: 70–80 hours/week Physical Demands Must be able to: Strap loads Hook up hoses Operate trailer and body load units Not a sedentary or “drive-only” role Safety DOT reset compliance required Emergency evacuation and site-specific safety training included Interview Process One round, typically phone interview In-person possible for local candidates No formal driving test Job Type: Contract Pay: $18.29 - $21.00 per hour Work Location: In person