CDL Heavy Equipment Hauler

Empire Cat•Chandler, AZ

About The Position

Operate transportation equipment, with or without trailers, to pick up and deliver machinery, parts, and similar loads. The role requires safely preparing, inspecting, loading, securing, transporting, and unloading equipment while complying with applicable transportation laws, safety policies, company procedures, and standards. The position is designated as safety-sensitive.

Requirements

Proof of a high school diploma or GED.
A clean, current driving and safety record for the past 12 months.
A current, valid Class A CDL with Hazmat, Doubles/Triples, and Tanker endorsements before hire.
Ability to speak, read, comprehend, and write in English.
Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively.
Ability to meet applicable safety requirements and use required safety equipment.
Attendance that meets company standards and requirements.
Conduct and grooming that adhere to company policy.
Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 60 pounds.

Responsibilities

Operate trucks and trailers to transport machinery, parts, and similar loads.
Load and unload parts and equipment, and personally inspect loads before departing each stop.
Ensure loads are properly prepared, loaded, secured, and listed accurately on manifests to prevent shifting, loosening, or falling in transit.
Inspect the truck before and after each stop, and secure loose timbers and ramps with chains while in transit.
Remove and put away chains or straps when unloading; prepare and stow the vehicle, trailer, and auxiliary equipment before and after trips.
Comply with DOT, state, and local traffic and highway laws, rules, and regulations, including legal weight and load-size limits.
Photograph questionable machine damage and report it immediately.
Work safely and follow applicable safety policies, company policies, procedures, and standards.
Check fuel, oil, water, tires, and other truck and equipment conditions before starting; keep equipment clean and maintained.
Report hauling-equipment operating problems to the office.
Keep the driver's license, CDL, and required endorsements current; notify the supervisor of license problems within one day.
Complete required paperwork within applicable deadlines.
Work extra hours and scheduled days off when requested by the supervisor, up to DOT-permitted limits.
Work within and promote corporate values.