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RiverTech LLC Professional Driver

RiverTech, LLC professional driver performs warehouse and distribution operations, material handling, storage, loading/unloading, packing, and retrieval of equipment IAW SOPs. Carries out delivery, pickup, and transfer of equipment per SOPs. Carded couriers possess final Secret clearances to transport classified information at the SECRET level. Possesses DOD Courier Cards to transport classified information. Operates large delivery box trucks.

Responsibilities

Operate straight-in-line trucks with airbrakes and truck-trailer combinations, typically with a gross vehicle weight (GVW) of 10,000 to 32,000 pounds, over varied terrain and roadways to transport cargo, personnel, and materials.

Serve as a delivery driver, ensuring vehicles are not overloaded by verifying cargo documents and conducting visual inspections.

Receive inbound cargo, screen for prohibited or undesirable contents using commercial-grade X-ray equipment, and transport materials to host and tenant activities on a daily basis.

Assist with loading and unloading materials using equipment like electric, gasoline, or diesel-powered forklifts (rated 4,000 to 10,000 pounds), including special attachments.

Operate receiving docks to direct trucks to unloading bays and manage freight, material, and mail entering bases.

Handle sensitive or classified materials securely, adhering to DoD protocols for transportation and screening.

Perform preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment to ensure operational readiness.

In an IT context within DoD, duties may involve delivering specialized equipment like computer systems, peripherals, or network infrastructure to support information technology operations.

Qualifications

Must be a U.S. citizen.

Ability to obtain secret clearance.

At least one year of professional truck driving experience.

Pre-employment physical required; must be able to lift and handle objects over 50 pounds frequently, with heavier items using equipment or assistance.

Valid state driver's license with REAL ID; government forklift license may need to be obtained.

Subject to random drug testing and background investigations; unfavorable results may lead to removal.

Work involves physical effort such as standing, stooping, bending, and operating in tiring positions; may require rapid pace for extended periods.

Exposure to various working conditions: indoor/outdoor, hot/cold/damp environments, dirt, fumes, and potential hazards like explosives or contaminants; personal protective equipment (e.g., steel-toed shoes, gloves) may be required.

Driving occurs in all weather and traffic conditions, with risks of accidents, cuts, bruises, or falls during loading/unloading.

Company Description

Work Where it Matters.

RiverTech, an Akima company, is not just another federal professional solutions contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At RiverTech, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders, RiverTech provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers, RiverTech provides innovative solutions to complex engineering and operational challenges and delivers wide-ranging services for mission support, systems engineering, and IT.

As a RiverTech employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.