CDL Driver - Columbus, OH

MEI Rigging & Crating LLC•Columbus, OH

About The Position

MEI Industrial Solutions is hiring a CDL Driver to safely operate tractor and trailer rigs under DOT regulations, transporting equipment and crews to job sites. The role involves loading, unloading, securing, tarping, and tying down loads, as well as daily vehicle inspections, electronic logging, paperwork, and maintaining assigned work areas. Drivers may also perform rigging or crating work, including handling heavy equipment and rigging gear. The position requires a flexible, professional, safety-focused approach and the ability to work collaboratively or independently while meeting goals and regulatory requirements. Travel to job sites is required, and per diem is provided for overnight stays outside the Columbus, Ohio area. Out-of-state candidates may apply, but relocation to the Columbus area is required.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid Class A CDL with Airbrakes and combo endorsements.
At least two years of proven driving experience at the ACDL level.
At least three years of proven experience or comparable field experience, preferably in the construction service industry.
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 in a high-functioning team environment and demonstrate honesty, integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to safety.
Ability to perform physical activities including sitting for long periods, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Rigging experience.

Responsibilities

Conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
Drive tractor and trailer rigs safely and in compliance with DOT regulations to transport equipment and crews to job sites.
Operate flatbed, SD, RGN, and dry van trailers.
Complete electronic logs and required paperwork daily.
Safely handle, load, unload, secure, tarp, and tie down loads.
Follow safety requirements when hauling loads.
Use basic knowledge of industrial equipment and operate forklifts and other equipment as needed.
Signal or verbally direct workers engaged in hoisting and moving loads to help ensure the safety of workers and materials.
Control heavy equipment movement through narrow openings or confined spaces.
Work effectively in a team environment and perform assigned housekeeping duties.
Test rigging for safety and reliability.
Attach loads to rigging and select appropriate rigging gear based on load weight, size, facilities, and work schedules.
Use chainfalls, gin poles, gallows frames, and other equipment to maneuver heavy equipment through confined spaces.
Tilt, dip, and turn suspended loads to maneuver around obstacles using multi-point suspension techniques.
Align, level, and anchor machinery.
Fabricate, set up, repair, dismantle, and store rigging, supporting structures, hoists, and pulling gear.
Operate rigging lines, hoists, pulleys, and blocks to move or support materials.
Perform other job responsibilities as assigned.