Driver I, CDL

WillScot • Tampa, FL

1d

About The Position

The Driver I, CDL role is responsible for safely transporting modular buildings and storage containers using heavy commercial equipment. The position involves local deliveries with daily home time and does not include setting or anchoring units. It includes coordinating with customers on site, installing Value-Added Products (VAPS), and delivering to varied and sometimes challenging locations. The role requires site assessment skills, independent decision-making, and a commitment to safety and service excellence.

Drivers operate commercial vehicles weighing 26,000 pounds or more and use delivery equipment such as fifth wheels, ball hitches, and tilt flatbeds. They assess delivery sites, coordinate with dispatch and field teams, communicate with customers, and document delivery status using mobile apps, GPS systems, or logbooks. Overtime is available, and eligible drivers may earn a $500 monthly bonus beginning in their fourth month of driving if they meet specified safety and performance criteria.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or CAEC.
• At least 1 year of related experience.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Current valid CDL license and a clean driving record with no major violations.
• Current DOT or TC medical/physical card.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with digital tools for routing, logging, and communication, such as GPS and electronic logs.
• Demonstrated ability to assess and navigate varied delivery environments.
• Prior experience in commercial driving and load security.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with basic load security or in a construction environment.
• Previous commercial driving experience hauling wide loads.

Responsibilities

• Safely deliver, relocate, and retrieve modular buildings and storage units using commercial vehicles weighing 26,000 pounds or more.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to confirm readiness and compliance with DOT or TC regulations.
• Secure units using appropriate tie-downs, chains, and rigging tools, and ensure loads meet weight, width, and clearance restrictions.
• Monitor load integrity during transport and make adjustments as needed for safety and compliance.
• Communicate with dispatch and field teams about route changes, delays, delivery windows, and in-transit status; collaborate on rerouting when necessary.
• Assess delivery sites for terrain challenges, overhead obstacles, grade, access restrictions, and space limitations.
• Position units as instructed by customers within delivery constraints.
• Confirm delivery locations and product scope with customers and represent the company professionally at delivery sites.
• Report site-readiness concerns, proactively resolve delivery issues, and escalate issues that cannot be resolved.
• Install Value-Added Products (VAPS), such as ramps, steps, or locks, as required.
• Identify customer needs and recommend VAPS, such as ramps, steps, or locks.
• Participate in safety meetings, training sessions, and driver development programs.
• Follow company safety policies, DOT or TC rules, and environmental guidelines while operating equipment.
• Complete required safety training, maintain a clean appearance, and demonstrate safe behavior on site.
• Log delivery completion and status updates using mobile apps, GPS systems, or logbooks.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off, including company holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Retirement savings plan with company match
• Variable pay opportunities, including commission, bonus, performance rewards, or other incentive programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED