Truck Driver General

Standard Job Description IAM Hourly represented employees who currently work at the main (Sunnyvale/Palo Alto) unit, Santa Cruz, VAFB or Eastern Range facilities must apply to open requisitions on My Talent Central to be considered for the position. This occupation requires the performance of special operations activities related to aircraft loading and off-loading and over-the-road transport of one-of-a-kind units, special equipment and material and high-value flight hardware. Knowledge of methods used to handle sophisticated, program peculiar materials in loading and off-loading from military and civilian aircraft, and other specialized transport equipment. Operate truck, tractors, semi-trailers, flatbeds, specialized transport equipment and towable or conventional forklifts. Rig, load, secure, transport and unload materials and equipment on and off Company property. Operate in and around, loading and off loading aircraft. Transport unique, oversized and permitted loads including high-value flight hardware using one-of-a-kind specialized transportation equipment over long distances. Load aircraft in accordance with provided load distribution plan. Apply restraint rails, straps, chains, nets and other devices to prevent load shifting in flight. Operate trucks, tractors, trailers, and semi-trailers where skillful handling and maneuvering is required to avoid damage to vehicle and high-value cargo. Pickup cargo at any location, on or off Company property. Rig, load, secure and unload cargo in various stages of packaging or protection to prevent damage or loss, using powered handling equipment. Complete necessary documentation such as driver logs. Perform any function of the Truck Driver - Heavy, as required. Basic Qualifications Materials Transported: One-of-a-kind high-value flight hardware, raw materials, parts, supplies, assemblies, tooling, machinery, completed end-products and equipment. Equipment: Trucks, tractors, semi-trailers, flatbeds, special transport equipment, towable and heavy forklifts and other material handling equipment to load, unload, protect and secure cargo. Working knowledge of program peculiar regulations and specialized transport equipment. Knowledge of Company, State, Federal and DoT regulations. Knowledge of Flight Line conditions and restrictions. Possession of a valid State of California Class A driver's license and possess all endorsements required by law to support special operations activities. Possession of industrial truck operator's license. Ability to operate two-way radio equipment. Ability to handle program peculiar equipment. Minimum 3 years experience working aircraft loading/off-loading or comparable experience handling and transporting high-value flight hardware. Ability to support sustained transport activity as well as remote site program requirements for extended periods of time. Must be able to pass a training course administered by an outside agency to verify and certify driver qualifications for heavy trucks within 90 days of placement into the job. Desired Skills Trucks, tractors, and semi‑trailers (including flatbeds) Specialized transport rigs and towable heavy‑forklift systems Additional material‑handling gear for loading, unloading, protecting, and securing cargo Hazard‑material (Haz‑Mat) certification – Class A Passenger endorsement recommended. Pay Information $29.31 - $53.88 At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally. The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extendi…

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