CDL A OTR Driver

SAIIA • Birmingham, AL

3d • $21 - $28 • Hybrid

About The Position

Drive your career forward with Saiia Construction, a MasTec company, specializing in heavy civil infrastructure. We’re seeking experienced Class A CDL Heavy Haul Drivers in Birmingham, Alabama for local and regional transport with market-leading benefits, stock options, and comprehensive coverage. Bring your 5+ years of OTR expertise to a team that values driver safety and top-tier performance.
The CDL OTR (Over The Road) Heavy Haul Truck Driver is responsible for, but not limited to operating tractor trailer combination to transporting heavy equipment, supplies and accessories between internal and external jobsites, dealerships, and auction locations.

Requirements

• Ability to load and unload various types of heavy equipment used in the construction industry on to and off 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 13 axle lowboy (RGN) trailers.
• Familiar with FMCSA and DOT regulations, permitting and routing.
• Must have a sense of responsibility for the safety of the public, the work crew, self, and all other employees.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Adheres to all company, client, and project policies, procedures, standards, including but not limited to the safety manual, and the employee handbook.
• Approach and complete work in a meticulous, thorough and timely manner.
• Must maintain an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to work as an individual contributor and as a part of a team.
• Ability to use email, smart phone, tablet, or computer to manage company information and documents.
• Must be able to maintain acceptable attendance standards per employee handbook.
• High school education or G.E.D required.
• Minimum of five years over the road driving experience, heavy wrecker experience, construction-based equipment mobilization, or a suitable combination of each.
• Must have and maintain a valid state issued CDL Class A-Driver’s License with driving record that meets Saiia’s risk management guidelines.

Nice To Haves

• Mechanical knowledge and ability preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely load and unload heavy equipment such as excavators, rock trucks, dump trucks, dozers, and various heavy equipment accessories on to and off 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 13 axle lowboy (RGN) trailers.
• Safely operate tractor-trailer combination with load on state and federal highway systems, through local traffic, high volume traffic, and open road situations.
• Properly track and document activity log.
• Report any issues or incidents to Mobilization Supervisor.
• Inspect tractor-trailer before and after trip.
• Daily pre-shift vehicle and equipment inspections; maintain daily log.
• The operator is expected to use their experience and judgment to make good driving decisions.
• Read and interpret equipment operators’ manuals.
• Inspect, clean, and perform minor repairs to equipment using hand tools and/or report malfunctions to Mobilization Supervisor.
• Perform daily safety checks and required fluid checks, filter checks, etc.
• Work in areas of uneven terrain.
• Read and comprehend site-specific rules, maintenance instructions, and training manuals.
• Maintains Company vehicle in a clean and orderly state inside and out at all times.
• Represents Saiia by presenting a positive image to internal and external customers and vendors.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Market-leading benefits
• Stock options
• Comprehensive coverage
• Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
• Diabetes Management
• Telehealth Coverage
• Prescription Drug Plan
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Short and long-term disability
• Life insurance
• Accidental death & dismemberment
• Voluntary life insurance
• Accident coverage
• Critical illness coverage
• Hospital indemnity coverage
• Emergency Travel Assistance Program
• Group legal plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED