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The Details
Department | Blast Plant
Reports To | Blast Plant Operations Manager and Blast Plant Prep Lead
Classification | Non-Exempt
Compensation | $25.00-$35.00/HR
Schedule | Monday-Friday with occasional overnights and weekends.
Travel | Driven by workload.
Last Updated | 07/17/2026
Built Differently. Owned Together.
FORJAK Industrial isn't your typical construction and coatings company, and we're not looking for a typical CDL Class A Driver & Material Handler.
Founded in 2001 in Circleville, Ohio, FORJAK was built on a simple belief: the people doing the work should share in the success. That's why in 2022, we became an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company. When FORJAK wins, you win - literally.
We live by four values we call FIRE: Family • Integrity • Resilience • ExcellenceFIRE represents the spirit that fuels FORJAK - who we are, how we work, and what we stand for every day.
The Role
The CDL Class A Driver & Material Handler is part of our Blast Plant team. You'll be responsible for safely delivering and picking up blast plant materials, including oversized and escorted loads and transitioning into a hands-on material handling role on-site at FORJAK Industrial when deliveries aren't scheduled. This is a hybrid role that keeps you moving, and you'll do it with the integrity and ownership mindset that defines everyone at FORJAK.
This isn't a clock-in, clock-out job. This is a career with a company that has your back, and proof of that is written into our ownership structure.
What You'll Own
On a given day, as a CDL Class A Driver & Material Handler, you will:
Driving & Freight Operations

• Operate a CDL Class A tractor-trailer to make deliveries and pickups.
• Load and secure freight onto FORJAK Industrial's truck and trailer at the pickup site using proper load securement techniques for various freight types and sizes; no unloading is required at customer locations.
• Transport oversized loads up to 53' in length, including palletized weldments and non-escorted oversized freight, in full compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Coordinate and execute escorted oversized load movements, working with escort vehicles, law enforcement, and permitting requirements to ensure safe and compliant transport of wide, tall, or heavy loads.
• Complete daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections, daily safety checklists, and all required DOT documentation accurately and on time.
• Adhere to all DOT regulations, FMCSA requirements, and FORJAK safety policies without exception on every trip.

On-Site Material Handling

• Operate cranes, forklifts, and telehandlers to safely handle and move materials ranging from 1 lb to 200,000 lbs when on-site at FORJAK Industrial between scheduled deliveries.
• Support the plant team with staging, movement, and organization of materials and equipment as needed to keep operations running efficiently.
• Complete daily safety checklists for all on-site equipment operated, ensuring everything is inspected and in proper working condition before use.

General

• Adhere to all company safety and work policies.
• Remain flexible, taking on miscellaneous duties as assigned by leadership to support evolving organizational needs.

Do You Have What It Takes?
We're not just filling a seat. We're adding someone to a team of owners.
You must bring:

• Current and valid Class A CDL with active auto insurance.
• Minimum 12 months of verifiable interstate tractor-trailer experience.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Ability to pass and maintain DOT physical requirements.
• No chargeable DOT reportable accidents within the past 3 years.
• Strong understanding of load securement for a variety of freight types and sizes, including oversized loads.
• Willingness to work in a hybrid role, transitioning between driving and material handling as operational needs require.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to stay organized under pressure.A team-first attitude-ego doesn't build great things; people do.

Even better if you have:

• Experience transporting oversized or heavy-haul loads, including coordination with escorts and permitting agencies.
• Experience operating cranes, forklifts, or telehandlers in an industrial or plant environment.
• Familiarity with rigging and safe handling practices for heavy or irregularly shaped loads.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.

How You'll Know You're Winning
Great FORJAK team members don't just complete tasks; they move the needle.
You're winning when:

• Every delivery and pickup is completed safely, on time, and in full compliance with DOT regulations.
• Oversized and escorted loads are coordinated and transported without incident.
• Your daily checklists are complete, your equipment is inspected, and you're ready to roll before the shift starts.
• The blast plant team can count on you to step in and keep material moving when you're on-site.
• You're trusted, consistent, and people want to work alongside you.
• You're growing in skills, in responsibility, and as a co-owner of this company.
• You bring FIRE to everything you do.

What's In It for You
We take care of our people. Here's what being a FORJAK team member looks like:
Ownership & Financial

• 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): you're not just an employee; you're an owner.
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match.
• Weekly pay.
• Retention bonus.

Health & Wellbeing

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance eligibility
• $10,000 life insurance policy at no cost to you
• Life Insurance & Accidental Death Insurance
• Short-Term Disability Plans
• Accident Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Time & Culture

• Monthly PTO accrual + PTO Buy Program
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Company-provided work apparel
• Company-provided vehicle (for applicable roles)
• Ongoing training and professional development

* Eligibility may vary based on employment status and position. *
Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Work setting: On the road and Blast Plant combination.
• May involve sitting for extended periods while driving; standing and walking on-site; lifting, rigging, and moving materials of varying weights with equipment assistance; operating heavy equipment including cranes, forklifts, and telehandlers; exposure to outdoor environments, varying temperatures, noise, and industrial conditions.
• PPE required in applicable environments.
• DOT physical clearance required as a condition of employment.
• Reasonable accommodations available in accordance with applicable law.

Ready to Join a Team That Owns It?
Apply today and take your first step toward becoming a FORJAK owner.
This job description is not an exhaustive list of duties. Responsibilities may evolve as business needs change. FORJAK Industrial is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.