Heavy Equipment CDL Driver
About The Position
EquipmentShare is hiring a Heavy Equipment CDL Driver at its rental facility in Alabaster, Alabama. The driver transports equipment and materials safely and on time, complies with applicable transportation laws and safety regulations, and supports loading, unloading, and yard organization. Drivers use EquipmentShare’s T3 platform to access fleet locations, work orders, and delivery details. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with overtime pay after 40 hours. The role is subject to on-call scheduling, with additional compensation provided. This is a safety-sensitive position. Employment is contingent on passing a background check, and the position requires passing applicable drug testing and a DOT physical. The driver may need to be clean-shaven when delivering to customers with that requirement.
Requirements
- Hold a commercial driver's license (Class A CDL) or chauffeur's license, as applicable by state and appropriate for the weight of the vehicle operated.
- Pass background and drug testing as required by applicable federal and/or state transportation regulations.
- Pass a DOT physical; trucks driven weigh over 10,000 pounds.
- Be at least 21 years old to operate a company vehicle.
- Have a clean driving record.
- Have strong interpersonal and customer service skills, including the ability to speak professionally and courteously with customers and staff at delivery points.
- Be able to remain focused in a busy environment.
- Be able to lift and move up to 40 pounds at a time.
- Be able to travel frequently.
- Be able to meet a clean-shaven requirement for deliveries to customers who require it.
Responsibilities
- Operate the vehicle according to applicable state and federal transportation laws.
- Transport loads safely and on time over required routes while obeying traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Maneuver the truck and trailer into loading and unloading areas and follow loading crew signals.
- Assist with loading, or load and unload, goods and materials using specialized equipment when needed; unload empty skids and return equipment to its designated area.
- Maintain signed invoices, bills of lading, and other required paperwork, and deliver documentation to the appropriate staff after completing the route.
- Facilitate routine truck service, including checking oil, water, gasoline, and air, and report maintenance malfunctions to the Shipping Supervisor.
- Arrange trailers in shipping yards for optimum loading patterns.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Monthly family dinner night
- Competitive compensation
- Full medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time employees
- Generous paid time off and paid holidays
- 401(k) with company match
- Tool and boot reimbursements, depending on role
- Gym membership stipend and wellness programs
- Company events, food truck nights, and monthly dinner nights
- 16 hours of paid volunteer time per year
- Career advancement, leadership training, and professional development opportunities
- Additional compensation for on-call scheduling
- Overtime pay after 40 hours
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
