Western Explosives Systems Company Wesco

We are seeking to hire a Class A Driver!

Location: Winnemucca, NV

Benefits: WESCO provides a competitive benefit package which begins the first day of the month following your hire date and includes medical, dental, vision, company-paid life insurance, and 401k plan with company match. WESCO provides paid vacation, sick and holiday pay.

Position: Operate semi box trailer along with all types of WESCO trucks and specialty equipment, to prepare and deliver any company explosive products to customers in a safe, timely, and efficient manner.

Experience: 12 months of Class A driving experience. Will train on all other aspects of the job.

Technical Requirements:

-CDL required for commercial drivers with HAZMAT and Air Brakes endorsements

-Able to drive a standard transmission

-Acquire and maintain all appropriate licenses and certifications required by federal, state and county entities

-Must satisfy the requirements for a “Possessor of Explosives” as defined by the B.A.T.F.

Essential Functions:

-Drive/operate semi box trailer over public roads to move or deliver explosive products to company or customer sites in a safe and timely manner

-Work in the manufacturing plant

-Load and unload all trucks

-Follow all safety procedures and maintain safe working conditions, while driving and operating equipment and while on blast sites to protect personal safety and safety of others

-Prepare and maintain all records and reports concerning the handling and transportation of explosive products, including safety, and the use and detonation of explosives, to assure accurate billing, regulatory compliance, and performance history

-Practices behavior consistent with company policies and procedures from applicable technical modules, SOPs, work site, and safety policies and procedures.

-Knowledgeable of, and comply with applicable DOT, OSHA, MSHA, EPA and BATF.

Working Environment: Must be able to work primarily outdoors in all weather conditions of temperature and climate. Physically travel between offices and remote field locations. Early morning start times. Must wear personal protective equipment where required. May require lifting of up to 60 lbs.

Schedule: Monday – Thursday with early morning starts, adhering to DOT hours of service

Pay: $29.00 - $35.00 per hour, depending on experience

Western Explosives Systems Company — full-line explosives distributor and blasting service provider for the mining, quarrying, and construction industries across the Western United States since 1991.