Please note, this position included direct-store delivery, counting and loading products, and issuing credits. Applicants with DSD, Route Sales, Retail, Management, or LTL experience will be highly considered. School bus drivers are also encouraged to apply, as our work occurs during summer / Christmas breaks. OTR and heavy equipment driver history not including any other relevant experience may not be considered.
TNT Fireworks is currently hiring seasonal returns drivers to deliver consumer fireworks orders beginning mid-June and pick up the unsold product from our grocery and “big box” stores throughout the Northeast over a 2 - 3 week period beginning July 5th.
During returns, drivers will be assigned a territory and route of stores to pick up the unsold merchandise from. As a back door (DSD) vendor, they must count, sort, and box returns, and be responsible for transporting in compliance with DOT hazmat requirements. Details and accurate return quantities are vital to ensure proper credit to each store.
Expectations are to work 10+ hour days M-F and a partial day Saturday, with 34 continuous hours off duty over the weekend. Applicants must be motivated and perform job duties that could be in hot, cold, or wet environments. Top workers may earn the opportunity to travel to other states once our territory is complete. Most of our drivers are provided the opportunity to return to us each New Year’s and July seasons.
All shipping and returns will be based out of our Chambersburg, PA distribution warehouse, but we are seeking drivers from throughout the Northeast U.S..
Key responsibilities:
- Properly count or verify with the DSD Receiver, Claims associates, or store management quantities of each item for credit, and enter them into an iPad.
- Once counts are complete, sorting products based on three categories in separate pallets in the truck, properly packaged and blocked/braced by D.O.T. hazmat/company requirements.
- Communicate daily with office support staff to ensure the product is available and ready for pickup when you arrive at the stores.
- Must be professional as a company representative under pressure
Qualifications and Skills:
- Class B CDL w/ hazmat will be required, but any Class B drivers are encouraged to apply and obtain hazmat endorsement by June. Up to $150 in training/fees for obtaining hazmat may be reimbursed upon successful completion of the season.
- Must understand technology, utilizing iPads for electronic logging, delivery tracking, and return credits. Understanding basic computer skills and Bluetooth is a must.
- Must be able to lift to 40+ lb and able to reach above head to properly stack and secure the load. No more than three moving violations in three years / two within the past year.
Benefits:
- Pay for deliveries vary by route/mileage, but returns average $1000 - $1,500 per week during the two to three period. Motivated drivers who include the extra effort to work quickly will have additional opportunities for the most work.
- A company credit card is provided for fuel and hotels. Upon completion, up to $25 daily per diem is reimbursed to cover meals and personal expenses.
About TNT Fireworks:
Founded in 1920, by Clyde W. Anderson, TNT Fireworks has grown to be America's largest distributor of consumer fireworks. Now operating in 49 states, U.K., Canada, and Puerto Rico, we now provide seasonal fireworks to over 40,000 big box chain stores, 5500 stands / tents, 25 TNT Supercenters, and hundreds of wholesale customers. With over 1000 seasonal associates, TNT prides ourselves on shipping almost all of our July season customers in a 1 1/2 month time frame, and picking up all unsold product from guaranteed sale customers in just three weeks following July 4th. Chambersburg, PA is one of six East coast distribution centers, providing safe family-fun fireworks and novelties to the Northeast U.S.. We are currently seeking drivers for all territories, so email drivers@tntfireworks for other opportunities!
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