CDL-A Truck Driver (Tractor-Trailer)

Description

Position Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Work Location: Naval Station Norfolk, VA

Systems Application & Technologies, Inc. (SA-TECH) is a progressive and well-established Department of Defense (DoD) contractor specializing in Range operations and maintenance (O&M); weapons testing; facilities management; aerial, ground and seaborne targets O&M; technical, logistics and other engineering support; systems integration; electronics and communications maintenance services; and a growing cybersecurity business. We are highly focused and, among other efforts, currently operate a dozen active test and/or training ranges for the Army, Air Force and Navy. Our 34-year heritage is founded on supporting complex and diverse DoD programs and we’ve developed a standout reputation for providing the highest quality services, superior workmanship and cost-effective results while achieving complete customer satisfaction.

We are currently seeking to hire an experienced Truck Driver (Tractor-Trailer) with active Class A CDL to support launching, recovering, and over-the-road transport of military watercraft. The position will be based out of our compound on Naval Station Norfolk, VA.

The Truck Driver drives trucks, often with trailers, to transport boats, materials, merchandise, equipment, or workers between various types of establishments such as: warehouses, maintenance yards, freight depots, docks, boat launch ramps and anywhere else that is required. This driver may also load or unload trucks, with or without helpers, make minor mechanical repairs and keep trucks in good working order.

Most critical to success in this role is expertise and experience with moving boats around yards and facilities and in and out of the water. These tasks are accomplished mainly with trailered vessels, so CDL-A Tractor-Trailer is key.

Some of the basic duties of the position include (but are not limited to):

• Conduct over-the-road transport of boats, materials, merchandise, equipment, or workers between various locations.
• Utilize technical expertise to identify, evaluate, and correct minor mechanical and electrical issues involving trucks, trailers, and transportation equipment. 
• Load and unload trucks and trailers, ensuring cargo is secured.
• Performs a variety of duties concerned with the operation and upkeep of small marine craft and will be involved with launches, recoveries, and storage of watercraft on trailers.

Work Conditions:

• Work conditions will vary but will mostly be performed outdoors. 
• Physical dexterity is required. 
• Work will include sitting, standing, walking, lifting, and reaching. 
• You must be able to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted.
• May be required to work first shift (0700-1530) or second shift (0830-1700).

Requirements

Education/Experience/Skills:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience performing basic seamanship duties.
• Familiarity with small boat operation, basic small craft maintenance, line handling and launching/recovering watercraft using trailers.
• Current Driver’s License required; must be able to be insured through company’s vehicle insurance policy while driving work/government/rental vehicles during working hours, and for the duration of employment.
• U.S. Citizenship required and you must be able to obtain a U.S. DoD Security Secret Clearance prior to start date and maintain a Secret clearance throughout employment.
• All candidates will be required to pass background screening to include SSN, Driver Record, and Criminal Background Investigation.

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Working at SA-TECH: As a highly regarded DoD employer, SA-TECH recognizes that our success is indicative of our team members' hard work and dedication towards a common goal… Supporting our Warfighters. Along with unparalleled stability, we have the ingredients for superior performance with a servant leadership mentality that provides an affirmation of purpose and value in a team-oriented positive work environment. As such, we provide a sense of family, competitive pay and employee benefits, along with a strong commitment to the professional development of our workforce and for providing broad career opportunities throughout the United States.

SA-TECH provides employees with:

• Employee Recognition
• Above-Average Compensation
• Competitive Employee Benefits
• Continuous Tr