CDL Driver

MEI Rigging & Crating LLC•Chantilly, VA

5h•Onsite

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. They may also be involved with rigging or crating work. This role requires safe handling and securement of loads while loading and unloading of equipment. Drivers must remain positive, flexible, and professional, and be able to work collaboratively and independently to achieve stated goals and ensure regulatory compliance.

Requirements

HS diploma or equivalent.
Possess valid Class A CDL with Air breaks and combo endorsements.
Minimum two (2) years proven driving experience at CDL level.
Minimum three (3) years 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.
Ability to use precision measuring tools and equipment; hand, power and pneumatic tools.
Experience working with flatbed, SD, RGN and dry van trailers.

Responsibilities

Conduct pre-trip and post-trip on a daily basis.
Drive safely and under DOT regulations tractor & trailer rigs to transport equipment to job sites.
Perform electronic logging.
Handle loads safely, securing loads, tarping, tie-down, loading and unloading equipment.
Adhere to safety requirements when hauling loads.
Signal or verbally direct workers engaged in hoisting and moving loads, in order to ensure safety of workers and materials.
Control movement of heavy equipment through narrow openings or confined spaces.
Operate vehicles, mechanized devices, or equipment, such as forklifts and passenger vehicles.
Work well in a team environment.
Exercise a certain degree of creativity and latitude as required.
Complete required paperwork daily.
Complete housekeeping duties in assigned area or project area daily and/or when required.
Perform other job responsibilities as assigned.
Test rigging to ensure safety and reliability.
Attach loads to rigging to provide support or prepare them for moving, using hand and power tools.
Select gear such as cables, pulleys, and winches, according to load weights and sizes, facilities, and work schedules.
Control movement of heavy equipment through narrow openings or confined spaces, using chainfalls, gin poles, gallows frames, and other equipment.
Tilt, dip, and turn suspended loads to maneuver over, under, and/or around obstacles, using multi-point suspension techniques.
Install ground rigging for yarding lines, attaching chokers to logs and then to the lines.
Align, level, and anchor machinery.
Fabricate, set up, and repair rigging, supporting structures, hoists, and pulling gear, using hand and power tools.
Manipulate rigging lines, hoists, and pulling gear to move or support materials such as heavy equipment, ships, or theatrical sets.
Attach pulleys and blocks to fixed overhead structures such as beams, ceilings, and gin pole booms, using bolts and clamps.
Dismantle and store rigging equipment after use.
Control machines and processes using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity (not including computer or vehicles).