Heavy Equipment CDL Driver
About The Position
EquipmentShare is hiring a Heavy Equipment CDL Driver for its rental facility in Odenton, Maryland. The role transports and delivers equipment while using the company’s T3 technology to access fleet locations, work orders, and delivery details. The position pays $28–$36 per hour; final compensation may depend on experience and location. 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, for which additional compensation is provided. The driver operates trucks and trailers in compliance with transportation laws and safety regulations, transports loads along assigned routes, maneuvers equipment for loading and unloading, and may assist with loading and unloading goods. The driver also maintains delivery paperwork, performs routine truck checks, reports maintenance issues to the Shipping Supervisor, and arranges trailers in the shipping yard. Candidates must hold the appropriate Class A CDL or chauffeur’s license, depending on state and vehicle weight; pass applicable background and drug testing and a DOT physical; and be at least 21 years old to operate a company vehicle. This is a safety-sensitive position, and an offer is contingent on passing a 10-panel drug screen. The role involves frequent travel, prolonged periods sitting in a trailer cab, and lifting and moving up to 40 pounds.
Requirements
- Strong interpersonal and customer service skills, including the ability to speak professionally and courteously with customers and staff at delivery points.
- Ability to remain focused in a busy environment.
- Hold a 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 transportation regulations.
- Pass a DOT physical; trucks driven weigh more than 10,000 pounds.
- Be at least 21 years old to operate a company vehicle.
- Pass a 10-panel drug screen as a condition of employment.
- Ability to lift and move up to 40 pounds.
- Ability to travel frequently.
- May be required to be clean-shaven to deliver to customers with that requirement.
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 warranted; unload empty skids and return equipment to the designated area.
- Maintain signed invoices, bills of lading, and other required paperwork, and deliver documentation to the appropriate staff when the route is complete.
- Perform routine truck service checks, including checking oil, water, gasoline, and air; report maintenance malfunctions to the Shipping Supervisor.
- Arrange trailers in shipping yards for optimum loading patterns.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- $2,000 sign-on bonus
- Overtime pay after 40 hours
- Additional compensation for on-call scheduling
- 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 (role dependent)
- Gym membership stipend and wellness programs, with opportunities to earn PTO and prizes
- 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
- Monthly family dinner night, subject to restrictions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
