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Austinpowder

CDL Class B Driver - Operator

Montrose, MO · On-site

Picks up and transports goods, inventory, hazardous materials, and other types of cargo to intended ... Hazmat, tanker, and air brake endorsements are highly preferred. * Must meet the requirements of ...

Austinpowder

CDL Class B Driver-Operator

Dunlap, TN · On-site

$17.75 - $22.25/hr

Picks up and transports goods, inventory, hazardous materials, and other types of cargo to intended ... Hazmat, tanker, and air brake endorsements are highly preferred. * Must meet the requirements of ...

Austinpowder

CDL Class B Driver/Operator

Weare, NH · On-site

$21 - $26.50/hr

Picks up and transports goods, inventory, hazardous materials, and other types of cargo to intended ... Hazmat, tanker, and air brake endorsements are highly preferred. * Must meet the requirements of ...

Austin Powder

CDL Class B Driver-Operator

Saint Cloud, MN · On-site

$20.75 - $26.25/hr

Picks up and transports goods, inventory, hazardous materials, and other types of cargo to intended ... Hazmat, tanker, and air brake endorsements are highly preferred. * Must meet the requirements of ...

Austinpowder

CDL Class B Driver - Operator

Sterling, CT

$20.75 - $26.25/hr

Picks up and transports goods, inventory, hazardous materials, and other types of cargo to intended ... Hazmat, tanker, and air brake endorsements are highly preferred. * Must meet the requirements of ...

Austin Powder

CDL Class B Driver-Operator

Dunlap, TN · On-site

$17.75 - $22.25/hr

Picks up and transports goods, inventory, hazardous materials, and other types of cargo to intended ... Hazmat, tanker, and air brake endorsements are highly preferred. * Must meet the requirements of ...

Austinpowder

CDL Class B Driver - Operator

Philipsburg, PA · On-site

$16.75 - $21.25/hr

Picks up and transports goods, inventory, hazardous materials, and other types of cargo to intended ... Hazmat, tanker, and air brake endorsements are highly preferred. * Must meet the requirements of ...

Austinpowder

CDL Class B Driver - Operator

Columbus, IN · On-site

$19.50 - $24.75/hr

Picks up and transports goods, inventory, hazardous materials, and other types of cargo to intended ... Hazmat, tanker, and air brake endorsements are highly preferred. * Must meet the requirements of ...

Austin Powder

CDL Class B Driver-Operator

Fredericktown, MO · On-site

$18.75 - $23.50/hr

Picks up and transports goods, inventory, hazardous materials, and other types of cargo to intended ... Hazmat, tanker, and air brake endorsements are highly preferred. * Must meet the requirements of ...

Austin Powder

CDL Class B Driver - Operator

Troutville, VA · On-site

$18.75 - $23.75/hr

Picks up and transports goods, inventory, hazardous materials, and other types of cargo to intended ... Hazmat, tanker, and air brake endorsements are highly preferred. * Must meet the requirements of ...

Austin Powder

CDL Class B Driver - Operator

Rubicon, WI · On-site

$23 - $29/hr

Picks up and transports goods, inventory, hazardous materials, and other types of cargo to intended ... Hazmat, tanker, and air brake endorsements are highly preferred. * Must meet the requirements of ...

Austinpowder

Class A CDL Driver-Operator

Laramie, WY

Picks up and transports goods, inventory, hazardous materials, and other types of cargo to intended ... Hazmat, tanker, and air brake endorsements are highly preferred. * Must meet the requirements of ...

Austinpowder

CDL Class B Driver-Operator

Midland, TX · On-site

$20.50 - $26/hr

Picks up and transports goods, inventory, hazardous materials, and other types of cargo to intended ... Hazmat, tanker, and air brake endorsements are highly preferred. * Must meet the requirements of ...

Austin Powder

CDL Class B Driver - Operator

Hannibal, MO · On-site

$19.75 - $25/hr

Picks up and transports goods, inventory, hazardous materials, and other types of cargo to intended ... Hazmat, tanker, and air brake endorsements are highly preferred. * Must meet the requirements of ...

Austinpowder

CDL Class B Driver - Operator

Raleigh, NC

$20.50 - $25.75/hr

Picks up and transports goods, inventory, hazardous materials, and other types of cargo to intended ... Hazmat, tanker, and air brake endorsements are highly preferred. * Must meet the requirements of ...

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How much do prime air cargo jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for prime air cargo in the United States is $21.06, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a prime air cargo job?

Prime Air Cargo jobs refer to positions within Amazon's Prime Air Cargo operations, which are responsible for the rapid transportation and delivery of packages via air. These jobs can include roles such as cargo handlers, ramp agents, logistics coordinators, and aircraft maintenance technicians. Employees in these positions work at Amazon's air hubs or airports, ensuring packages are efficiently loaded, unloaded, and routed to their destinations. The primary goal is to meet fast shipping commitments for Amazon customers by optimizing the air freight process.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a prime air cargo specialist?

To thrive as a Prime Air Cargo Specialist, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and knowledge of logistics or supply chain management, often supported by a high school diploma or relevant certification. Familiarity with cargo management software, warehouse equipment, and inventory tracking systems is typically required. Excellent communication, problem-solving abilities, and teamwork are crucial soft skills for coordinating with various departments and ensuring timely deliveries. These competencies are essential for maintaining efficient cargo operations, meeting delivery targets, and upholding safety standards in a fast-paced environment.

What are some common challenges faced by prime air cargo team members, and how can they be addressed?

Prime Air Cargo team members often face challenges such as tight delivery schedules, coordinating with multiple departments, and adapting to quickly changing priorities. Success in this role requires strong organizational skills and the ability to communicate clearly with pilots, ground crew, and logistics partners. Staying proactive and flexible, as well as using technology to track shipments and streamline workflows, can help overcome these challenges and ensure timely deliveries.

What is the difference between Prime Air Cargo vs Air Freight Coordinator?

AspectPrime Air CargoAir Freight Coordinator
CertificationsFAA certifications, logistics trainingLogistics or supply chain certifications often preferred
Work EnvironmentAirports, cargo terminals, logistics hubsAirports, freight companies, logistics offices
Employer & Industry UsageAirlines, cargo carriers, logistics providersFreight forwarding companies, airlines, logistics firms
Job FocusHandling, managing, and transporting cargo via airCoordinating air freight shipments, scheduling, documentation

Both roles involve air cargo but differ in focus: Prime Air Cargo emphasizes cargo handling and transportation, while Air Freight Coordinator focuses on coordinating shipments and logistics. Understanding these differences helps job seekers target the right roles in the air freight industry.

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Infographic showing various Prime Air Cargo job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, 7% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,812 per year, or $21.1 per hour.

CDL Class A Driver/Operator

Austin Powder

Fredericktown, MO • On-site

Full-time

Posted 26 days ago

Austin Powder rating

6.2

Company rating: 6.2 out of 10

Based on 19 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

90th of 100 rated chemical manufacturers

Job description

Home Nightly - No Weekends - Sign-On Bonus*
Put Your Career in the Driver Seat
Join the Family - Come work for an exciting company offering great benefits, challenging opportunities, and colleagues who feel more like family.
Key Responsibilities and Duties
  • Maintains/operates vehicles and equipment in a safe, professional manner.
  • Driving time is 20 - 30% and remainder is performing physical labor activities using hand tools, shovels, etc. outside with exposure to the elements.
  • Ability to coordinate and handle mechanical mechanisms to deliver emulsion.
  • Picks up and transports goods, inventory, hazardous materials, and other types of cargo to intended destinations.
  • Keeps driving and delivery logs maintained, confirms the contents of loads match manifest documents, and tracks and reports working hours.
  • Responsible for loading/unloading and transporting materials and supplies to and from specified destinations, which includes overhead bin loading requiring fall protection.
  • Operates mobile manufacturing units (MMUs) onsite at customer locations to create a wide array of bulk products for blasting.
  • Masters the operation of Austin Powder bulk equipment to create consistent quality in our products to enhance our customer experience.
  • Complete pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections and reports any maintenance requirements to Location Manager.
  • Comply with all regulatory requirements and company policies for the delivery of bulk and packaged explosives.
  • Operate mobile manufacturing equipment, which includes precise control of chemicals into the product.
  • Hands on approach in the daily operation and maintenance of the Austin Powder location and customer sites
  • Other duties as assigned.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
  • Valid Class-A CDL license and cleaning driving record
  • Ability to work outside in all weather conditions.
  • Physical ability to lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis.
  • Must be able to read and interpret gauges and regulate gauges to correct standards.
  • Maintain accurate records of daily operations, including product usage and safety checks.
  • Trouble shooting, problem solving skills to fix issues in the field.
  • Hazmat, tanker, and air brake endorsements are highly preferred.
  • Must meet the requirements of all State and Federal explosive laws and qualify as an ATF explosive possessor.
  • Unrestricted for operating manual transmissions is a plus.
  • Ability to work non-traditional hours (starting very early)
  • High attention to detail to have accurate inventory record keeping.
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure.
  • Ability to follow instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, product bulletins, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Ability to identify products by sight.
  • Reliable transportation

Education and Experience
  • Must be 21 years of age as required by the DOT
  • High school diploma or equivalent

Reporting Relationships
  • Reports to the Location Manager for daily operations and when on-site at a customer's location, will take instructions from Blaster-In-Charge

Work Environment and Physical Demands
  • This position involves working outdoors in all weather conditions, lifting and carrying approximately 50 lbs. and doing a variety of hands-on physical tasks utilizing material handling equipment, safety equipment and hand tools.

Austin Powder is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Austin Powder also participates in E-Verify.
This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and for inquiring about, discussing or disclosing compensation. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

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