CDL Driver/Rigger

MEI Rigging & Crating LLC • Salisbury, MA

92d

About The Position

CDL Drivers must be able to safely drive tractor and trailer rigs under DOT regulations to transport equipment and crews to job sites. Will be involved with rigging or crating work. This role requires safe handling and securement of loads while loading and unloading equipment. Must remain positive, flexible, and professional and can work collaboratively and independently to achieve stated goals and ensure regulatory compliance.

Requirements

• HS diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to take directions and closely follow instructions.
• Ability to use precision measuring tools and equipment including hand, power, and pneumatic tools.
• Possess valid Class A CDL with Air brakes and combo endorsements.
• Minimum one (1) year proven driving experience at CDL level.
• Minimum one (1) year proven experience or comparable field preferably within the construction service industry.
• Basic knowledge of operating equipment (Forklifts, man lifts, mobile platform lifts, etc.).
• Experienced knowledge of load securement and safe hauling practices.
• Willing to learn, know, and follow safety requirements, including the correct use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Ability to use precision measuring tools and equipment; hand, power and pneumatic tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip on a daily basis.
• Visually inspect rigging materials.
• Experience working with flatbed, SD, RGN, Landoll style, rolling curtain and van trailers.
• Use hand and/or power tools to attach loads to rigging to provide support or prepare for moving.
• Secure machinery or equipment to prevent movement.
• Drive safely and under DOT regulations tractor & trailer rigs to transport equipment to job sites.
• Be aware of obstacles, surrounding structures, barriers or objects and the location of other people.
• Electronic logging.
• Requires safe handling of loads, securing loads, tarping, tie-down, loading and unloading equipment.
• Adhere to safety requirements when hauling loads.
• Basic knowledge of industrial equipment and forklift operation.
• Control movement of heavy equipment through narrow openings or confined spaces.
• Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, MEWPS and passenger vehicles.
• Ability to work well in a team environment in all weather conditions.
• A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required.
• Daily completion of required paperwork.
• Complete housekeeping duties in assigned area or project area daily and/or when required.
• Perform other job responsibilities as assigned.
• Signal or verbally direct workers engaged in hoisting and moving loads, in order to ensure safety of workers and materials.
• Attach loads to rigging to provide support or prepare them for moving, using hand and power tools.
• Control movement of heavy equipment through narrow openings or confined spaces, using chainfalls, machinery dollies, and other equipment.
• Align, level, and anchor machinery under the direction of supervision.
• Dismantle and store rigging equipment after use.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees