OTR Driver (Full-time) Class C

Rock Island, IL

Full Time

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Firearms OTR Driver
Rock Island Auction Company (RIAC), the #1 firearms auction house in the world, is searching for professional and reliable full-time Over-the-Road (OTR) Driver. NO CDL REQUIRED! With passion and knowledge for guns (and safety!), the OTR Driver maximizes earning potential for special bonuses by traveling across the country with assigned co-driver to transport guns and historic auction items while hearing stories first-hand and experiencing adventure. Click here to check out RIAC's hiring video!
Highly competitive starting salary!
When not driving, full-time OTR Driver works in the warehouse, ships items to clients, sets up displays for auction, and/or completes inventory projects during standard hours of operation (8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. CST).
What does a typical day for the RIAC Driver look like?
While there is typically no mundane and monotonous work, OTR drivers can expect the following:

Traveling between RIAC facilities and client locations for pickup and delivery; and
Handling and ensuring safe loading and unloading of collectible firearms and bladed weapons in addition to other military and historic collectibles.

How many OTR days can the RIAC Driver expect?
Full-time OTR Driver completes one (1) long trip per month with an average of 8-10 consecutive days, but actual length of trip may vary. In addition, full-time driver should expect 3-5 day OTR trips approx. 1–3 times per month.
Why work for RIAC?

Full-time OTR driver is hourly and benefits eligible!
While OTR, all meals, lodging, and other relevant expenses are paid by the company!
While at Rock Island location, FREE fountain soda, fruit, oatmeal and treats!
BONUS MONEY!
- 5+ consecutive OTR days = $500 every 5th trip
- OTR on company-paid holiday = extra $250
- Quarterly bonus eligibility = $1,125 (up to $5,000 annually)

Qualified candidates meet the following requirements:

Valid driver’s license;
Ability to obtain Illinois Class C driver’s license (Class C for Iowa residents), or equivalent;
Ability to pass DOT physical;
Favorable driving record without DUI conviction(s) within the past seven (7) years; and
Ability to obtain and maintain active FOID card status (Illinois residents only).

Requirements such as Class C Illinois driver’s license, DOT physical, and FOID card are paid by the company.
Rock Island Auction Company has been the #1 firearms auction house in the world every year since 2003. Today, RIAC employs a growing team of about 150 people and continues to set industry standards and expectations year over year. Between our 6 public auctions and 8+ online auctions each year, we sell tens of thousands of firearms, bladed weapons, military artifacts, and firearms accessories annually. We have a habit of excellence, regularly breaking and re-breaking our own records and redefining success in our industry, as more and more customers admire our results and trust our reputation.
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With exhilarating auctions, award-winning catalogs, and outstanding customer service, RIAC welcomes résumés and/or applications from individuals with an interest in history, firearms culture, military memorabilia, or serving clients in a unique and progressive environment.

As a rapidly growing and expanding auction company, RIAC is located in Rock Island, Illinois, and Bedford, Texas! Click HERE to check out available job opportunities and apply online!

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OTR Driver (Full-time) Class C

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