Heavy Equipment CDL Driver
About The Position
EquipmentShare is hiring a Heavy Equipment CDL Driver at its rental facility in Montgomery, Alabama. The driver transports and delivers equipment and materials safely and on schedule, following applicable transportation laws and safety regulations. The role uses EquipmentShare’s T3 technology to access fleet locations, work orders, and delivery details in real time. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with overtime pay after 40 hours. The position is subject to on-call scheduling, with additional compensation provided. The driver operates and maneuvers a truck and trailer, assists with loading and unloading, handles delivery paperwork, arranges trailers in shipping yards, and performs routine truck checks. The role requires frequent travel, prolonged periods seated in a trailer cab, and the ability to lift and move up to 40 pounds. Employment is contingent on passing a background check, and this safety-sensitive role requires passing a 10-panel drug screen.
Requirements
- Hold a Class A commercial driver's license or a chauffeur's license, depending on state, appropriate for the weight of the vehicle operated.
- Pass background and drug testing as required by federal and/or state transportation regulations; the safety-sensitive position also requires passing a 10-panel drug screen.
- Pass a DOT physical; the trucks driven weigh over 10,000 pounds.
- Be at least 21 years old to operate a company vehicle.
- Have a clean driving record.
- Demonstrate strong interpersonal and customer service skills and speak professionally and courteously with customers and staff at delivery points.
- Be able to remain focused in a busy environment.
- Be able to sit for prolonged periods in a trailer cab, lift and move up to 40 pounds, and travel frequently.
- Be clean-shaven if required by an EquipmentShare customer at a delivery location.
Responsibilities
- Operate the vehicle according to applicable state and federal transportation laws.
- Transport loads safely and on time over the required route 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 its designated area.
- Maintain signed invoices, bills of lading, and other required paperwork, and deliver documentation to the shipping office or appropriate staff after completing the route.
- Perform routine truck service checks, 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, subject to restrictions.
- 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, 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.
- 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
