CDL Driver

MEI Rigging & Crating LLC•Coppell, TX

16d

About The Position

CDL Drivers safely operate tractor-trailer rigs in compliance with DOT regulations to transport equipment and crews to job sites. The role includes handling and securing loads during loading and unloading, tarping and tying down equipment, and may also involve rigging or crating work. Drivers are expected to remain positive, flexible, and professional; work collaboratively and independently; and meet stated goals while ensuring regulatory compliance. Regional driving with daily home time is specified. The position also involves completing daily vehicle inspections and paperwork, electronic logging, housekeeping, and other assigned duties. Drivers may perform rigging tasks, including selecting and testing rigging gear, attaching and maneuvering loads, setting up or repairing rigging equipment, and dismantling and storing equipment after use. The work requires physical activity, including prolonged sitting, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials weighing up to 50 pounds. Employees are regularly exposed to fumes, outdoor weather, and machinery noise, including in a maintenance shop, and are frequently exposed to large machines, chains, binders, and tarps. The role emphasizes safety awareness, teamwork, honesty, integrity, professionalism, open communication, and quality customer service.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid Class A CDL with air brake and combination endorsements.
At least two years of proven driving experience at the Class A CDL level.
At least three years of proven experience or comparable field experience, preferably in the construction service industry.
Ability to operate a manual-transmission vehicle.
Basic knowledge of operating equipment such as forklifts, man lifts, and mobile platform lifts.
Experienced knowledge of load securement and safe hauling practices.
Ability to use precision measuring tools and equipment, as well as hand, power, and pneumatic tools.
Ability to work well in a team environment.
Safety awareness and the ability to work professionally and communicate openly.

Responsibilities

Conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
Drive tractor-trailer rigs safely and in compliance with DOT regulations to transport equipment to job sites.
Operate Step Deck, flatbed, RGN, and dry van trailers.
Use electronic logging systems.
Handle, load, unload, tarp, tie down, and secure loads safely.
Adhere to safety requirements when hauling loads.
Operate or assist with industrial equipment, including forklifts; the posting also references man lifts and mobile platform lifts.
Signal or verbally direct workers engaged in hoisting and moving loads to protect workers and materials.
Control the movement of heavy equipment through narrow openings or confined spaces.
Complete required paperwork daily.
Perform housekeeping duties in the assigned area or project area daily or as required.
Test rigging for safety and reliability.
Attach loads to rigging using hand and power tools.
Select rigging gear, such as cables, pulleys, and winches, according to load weight and size, facilities, and work schedules.
Tilt, dip, and turn suspended loads to maneuver around obstacles using multi-point suspension techniques.
Install ground rigging for yarding lines and attach chokers to logs and 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.
Attach pulleys and blocks to fixed overhead structures using bolts and clamps.
Dismantle and store rigging equipment after use.
Operate vehicles, mechanized devices, or equipment, including forklifts and passenger vehicles.
Operate machines and processes using control mechanisms or direct physical activity.
Work effectively in a team environment and perform other assigned responsibilities.