CDL Class B Driver (Templeton, MA) Signing Bonus $4,500, Monday - Friday, and Great Benefits

Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilize vital resources essential to progress. From the production and supply of explosives, blasting systems, mining chemicals, and geotechnical monitoring to our cutting-edge digital solutions and comprehensive range of services, we sustainably mobilize the earth’s resources.

Find out more about the daily tasks, overall responsibilities, and required experience for this opportunity by scrolling down now.

It’s an exciting time to join us – we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation, and reimagining the way we work.

Orica has been recognized as one of the top companies for women to work for in the transportation industry by the Women in Trucking Association (WIT) in 2023 and 2024.

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We are excited to announce an opportunity at Orica for a

CDL Class B Driver within our Orica USA Commercial team.

This role will be responsible for driving and operating Orica's bulk trucks (Mobile Mixing Units) and installing blasting products for our customers at local construction sites, mines, and quarries as well as being accountable for the upkeep and maintenance of the equipment.

This is a blended role that consists of 40% driving and 60% physical work related to the installation of blasting products. Responsibilities include product loading, driving a Class B CDL truck, pulling hoses, and climbing on and off the truck in all types of weather conditions.

Additionally, this role will operate plant and equipment to provide blasting products while assisting in delivering a high-quality service of bulk explosives to customers. We prioritize safety and strive to ensure that all operations are conducted in a safe and environmentally responsible manner at all times.

Monday thru Friday

~ Local driving (1-3 hours)

~ Early morning starts at approx. Overtime may be needed

~ Up to 10% overnight travel may be required

This is a blended role that consists of 40% driving and 60% physical work

Pre-trip and post-trip inspection of vehicles, including checking and filling fluid levels

Drives emulsion tanker trucks and box trucks

Ensure raw materials and dangerous goods are used, handled, and stored according to requirements

Report all unusual incidents and accidents immediately

At least one year of experience driving and / or handling materials preferred

Good attention to detail and math skills to handle inventory daily

Ability to prioritize various projects, ongoing daily tasks, and high-priority situations to maximize efficiency

Lifting up to 60 pounds and carrying 50 pounds or more of product or other materials

Must be able to load product, pull large hoses, fill holes, and climb on / off of the truck

Pushing / pulling in working with equipment

Requires Class B CDL; Class A is a plus

Tanker endorsement preferred

At least one year of experience driving is preferred

High School diploma or equivalent

We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills.

Hourly Pay Range : $28-34

Signing Bonus $4,500

(Salary to be determined by the applicant’s experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.)

Benefits (Full Time Employees)

~ Medical / Prescription Drug – Three (3) plans to choose from

~ Dental – Two (2) plans to choose from

~ Health Savings Account

~ Flexible Spending Accounts

~ Company provided Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

~ Company provided Employee Assistance Program

~ Voluntary Legal Plan

~Nine (9) Scheduled Holidays + Two (2) Floating Holidays

Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.

Please note that Orica will not offer employment to any candidate without first undertaking a formal application and recruitment process. Please also be advised that Orica will never request payment or require candidates to deposit a check during the recruitment and onboarding processes.