Truck Driver (CDL A)

Position

Truck Driver 

Event Strategies, Inc.

Alexandria, VA 22314

Job Description

Event Strategies, Inc. (ESI) is a full service event production company based in Alexandria, VA. ESI is in the market to hire truck drivers with a passion to produce both large and small scale events locally and nationwide. Events include conferences, trade shows, concerts, outdoor and indoor political speaking events, traveling shows, and more. The ideal candidate will be responsible for transporting event production equipment safely and efficiently to various venues across the nation. 

Compensation

• Hourly/Day-Rate pay that is negotiable based on skill level and experience. Per diem for travel is provided. 

How To Apply

• Contact us at (703) 403-3173 or  

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL license with a clean driving record
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds and perform physical tasks related to loading and unloading equipment
• Effective in communicating and coordinating with colleagues
• Must be able to pass a background check
• Familiarity with DOT regulations and compliance requirements
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and occasional extended trips
• Experience hauling trailers, box trucks, or flatbeds preferred
• Maintaining visual and hearing acuity in accordance with federal regulations
• Must have current DOT physical card
• Must be able to pass DOT drug and alcohol screenings
• Obeying and following applicable traffic laws
• Securing cargo and properly arranging and balancing it within the vehicle in compliance with DOT standards
• Maintaining a detailed log of working hours in compliance with state and federal regulations
• Comfortable executing long-distance drives 
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle compliance and safety per DOT standards
• Adhere to DOT regulations and company policies regarding driving hours and safety protocols
• Coordinate with production teams to ensure timely deliveries and efficient load-in/load-out procedures
• Maintain accurate records of travel logs, vehicle inspections, and fuel receipts
• Assist with basic event setup and teardown as needed
• Represent the company professionally when interacting with clients and venue staff

Experience

• Two (2) years of professional experience required 

Environment

• Work is performed at event venues such as hotel ballrooms, conference centers, arenas, concert venues as well as outdoors in amphitheaters, fields, etc. with a large media component.
• You may also have the opportunity to work in the ESI warehouse for gear pulling and equipment maintenance.
• Team members working times may be irregular hours and on-call status including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.