Truck Driver

Sazerac Company Overview

Build your career at Sazerac! With almost 400 years of rich history, Sazerac Company has thrived as an independent, American family-owned company with operations in the United States and around the world. Since the 2000s, Sazerac has averaged double digit growth every year! Sazerac Company produces and markets the most award-winning bourbons and whiskeys in the world, including Buffalo Trace, Pappy Van Winkle, Eagle Rare, Blanton’s, Traveller, and Sazerac Rye. Additionally, Sazerac owns many popular brands across a range of spirits, including Fireball, Svedka, Wheatley, BuzzBallz, Southern Comfort, Seagram’s V.O., Myers’s, Goldschläger, Parrot Bay, 99 Brand, and Platinum Vodka.

We’re proud of our award-winning culture and distilleries. Our Louisville office has been named one of the “Best Places to Work in Kentucky” four times, and our Buffalo Trace Distillery has earned the title of “world’s most award-winning distillery” through the dedication of our craftsmen for well over 200 years. Whether you’re a recent graduate or an experienced professional, Sazerac provides extraordinary opportunities for growth with competitive salaries and benefits in an exciting, entrepreneurial industry.

Job Description/Responsibilities

Join our team as a CDL Class A Driver supporting mill operations through the safe transportation of wood products and raw materials. This local driving role offers the opportunity to be home daily while playing a critical role in maintaining a reliable supply chain. You'll operate modern equipment, work closely with plant leadership, and contribute to a strong safety culture focused on operational excellence.

• Safely transport wood chips, bark, sawdust, logs, and other materials between suppliers, customers, and company locations
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections while ensuring compliance with DOT regulations and company safety standards
• Secure loads and operate Class A commercial vehicles safely in varying road and weather conditions
• Maintain accurate driver logs, inspection records, and transportation documentation
• Communicate effectively with plant personnel and logistics teams to support production needs

Qualifications/Requirements

Required

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Class A CDL with a minimum of 2 years of commercial driving experience
• Clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) with no major violations within the past 3 years
• Ability to safely operate commercial vehicles in compliance with DOT regulations

Preferred

• 5+ years of Class A commercial driving experience
• Experience hauling logs, wood products, forestry materials, or other bulk commodities
• Experience operating in mountainous terrain and/or hauling tanker loads

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, push, pull, and move up to 50 pounds
• Ability to climb, bend, kneel, squat, and enter/exit commercial vehicles safely
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and industrial environments

Culture and Benefits

Sazerac offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401K, paid time off, and more. These benefits may vary depending on location and work type. Learn more about how we support our employees here.

Sazerac is committed to equality of opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.

What’s Next:

After you apply, a recruiter will review your application and reach out to qualified candidates. Selected candidates will follow our interview process, which may include a phone screen, hiring manager interview, and panel interviews with business leaders. There may be additional steps or assessments throughout the process dependent on the position. Applicants who are not selected to move through the process, at any stage, will be notified via email.