Heavy Equipment CDL Driver
About The Position
EquipmentShare is hiring a Heavy Equipment CDL Driver for its rental facility in Lake Charles, Louisiana. The driver transports equipment and materials safely and on time, follows applicable transportation laws and safety regulations, assists with loading and unloading, handles delivery paperwork, and helps maintain and arrange trucks and trailers. Drivers use EquipmentShare’s T3 technology for real-time access to fleet locations, work orders, and delivery details. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with overtime pay after 40 hours. On-call scheduling may be required, with additional compensation. This is a safety-sensitive position, and employment is contingent on required screening.
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.
- Must hold a Class A commercial driver’s license or a chauffeur’s license, as appropriate for the state and weight of the vehicle.
- Must pass background and drug testing as required by applicable transportation regulations; employment is contingent on a background check, and this safety-sensitive role requires passing a 10-panel drug screen.
- Must pass a DOT physical; trucks driven weigh over 10,000 pounds.
- Must be at least 21 years old to operate a company vehicle.
- Must have a clean driving record.
- Must be able to sit for prolonged periods in a trailer cab.
- Must be able to lift and move up to 40 pounds.
- Must be able 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 along 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 or perform loading and unloading of 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.
- Perform routine truck service, including checking oil, water, gasoline, and air, and report maintenance malfunctions to the Shipping Supervisor.
- Arrange trailers in shipping yards for optimal 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 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
Education Level
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