Those in search of an opportunity to travel from coast to coast across the U.S. can now do so in an iconic vehicle with Oscar Mayer.
The company is looking for drivers for its Wienermobile, which has been making trips across the country since it was first created back in 1936.
I know, crazy but it’s true. They are hiring people to travel/drive this odd looking vehicle around the USA starting in June, 2019.
The drivers, who will be known as “Hotdoggers,” will be invited to spend one year traveling the country while taking part in radio and television appearances, newspaper interviews, and visits to grocery stores, military events, and charity functions as the brand’s new goodwill ambassadors.
Who wouldn’t want to drive this…ahhhh such luxury inside the Wienermobile.
The vehicle, which first appeared during the Great Depression, was driven around parades, grocery store openings, and hospitals before being taken off the road for nine years. After making a return appearance in the 1980s for a 50th birthday celebration, it was greeted by huge crowds and cards from fans far and wide requesting to see the famed car.
Six of these vehicles are known to tour the U.S. at any given time. Some versions are now on display in museums; you can see the 1952 model at Michigan’s Henry Ford Museum.
Interested participants can submit a resume via email to wmrequest@kraftheinzcompany.com or snail mail addressed to Oscar Mayer, Attn: Hotdogger Position, 560 E. Verona Ave, Verona, WI, 53593.
No, I’m not applying for a position with Oscar Mayer; even though the thought crossed my mind.
I remember seeing this mobile in Laguna Niguel once back in the 1990’s. I laughed as I’m sure most of you would also.
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By Barbara KisKis
January 24, 2019
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