Heavy Equipment CDL Driver
About The Position
EquipmentShare is hiring a Heavy Equipment CDL Driver at its rental facility in Abilene, Texas. The driver transports equipment and materials safely and efficiently, using company technology 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. The position involves operating and maneuvering a truck and trailer, loading and unloading materials, completing delivery paperwork, arranging trailers in the shipping yard, and conducting routine vehicle checks. The driver must comply with transportation laws and safety requirements and provide professional, courteous service at delivery points. This is a safety-sensitive position; employment is contingent on a background check and passing a 10-panel drug screen. CDL drivers may need to be clean-shaven when delivering to customers with that requirement.
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 commercial driver's license 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; employment is contingent on a background check and passing a 10-panel drug screen.
- 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.
- Be able to sit for prolonged periods in a trailer cab.
- Be able to lift and move up to 40 pounds.
- Be able to travel frequently.
Responsibilities
- Operate the vehicle in accordance with applicable state and federal transportation laws.
- Transport loads safely and on time over required routes while obeying traffic laws and observing 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 its designated area.
- Maintain signed invoices, bills of lading, and other required paperwork, and deliver documentation to the shipping office or other 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
- 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 the role.
- Gym membership stipend and wellness programs with opportunities to earn PTO and prizes.
- Company events, food truck nights, and monthly family 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 working 40 hours.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
