CDL Driver - Columbus, OH

MEI Rigging & Crating•Columbus, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

MEI Industrial Solutions is hiring a CDL Driver to transport equipment and crews to job sites using tractor and trailer rigs while complying with DOT regulations. The role requires safe loading, unloading, handling, and securement of loads, as well as daily vehicle inspections, electronic logging, and paperwork. Travel to job sites is required; 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. The position may also involve rigging or crating work. Drivers must work safely and professionally, independently and collaboratively, and help ensure regulatory compliance. The job includes operating vehicles and equipment, maintaining housekeeping in assigned areas, and performing other duties as assigned. The role is based in the Columbus, Ohio area and includes physical work and exposure to outdoor weather, fumes, machinery noise, large machines, chains, binders, and tarps.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid Class A CDL with Airbrakes and combo endorsements.
At least 2 years of proven driving experience at the ACDL level.
At least 3 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 well in a team environment and independently.
Ability to maintain honesty, integrity, professionalism, and a positive, flexible approach.
Ability to perform physical activities including prolonged sitting, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work with exposure to fumes, outdoor weather conditions, machinery noise, large machines, chains, binders, and tarps.
Relocation to the Columbus, Ohio area is required for out-of-state candidates.
Travel to job sites is required.

Nice To Haves

Rigging experience.

Responsibilities

Conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
Safely drive tractor-and-trailer rigs under 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.
Use basic knowledge of industrial equipment and forklift operation.
Signal or verbally direct workers engaged in hoisting and moving loads to protect workers and materials.
Control movement of heavy equipment through narrow openings or confined spaces.
Complete housekeeping duties in assigned or project areas as required.
Test rigging for safety and reliability; attach loads to rigging using hand and power tools.
Select rigging gear according to load weights and sizes, facilities, and work schedules.
Use chainfalls, gin poles, gallows frames, and other equipment to control heavy equipment movement.
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.
Operate 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.
Perform other job responsibilities as assigned.
Work with safety awareness, contribute to a high-functioning team, communicate openly, and deliver quality customer service.