Heavy Equipment CDL Driver

EquipmentShare • Richmond, VA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

EquipmentShare is seeking a Heavy Equipment CDL Driver to join their team at their rental facility in Richmond, VA (Colonial Heights). This role is crucial in transforming the construction industry through innovative technology and exceptional service. The driver will be responsible for safely transporting heavy equipment, maintaining paperwork, and performing routine vehicle service. EquipmentShare utilizes a proprietary T3 platform to enhance efficiency, safety, and connectivity for its drivers.

Requirements

• Must hold either a commercial drivers license (Class A CDL) or chauffeur’s license depending on state, appropriate for weight of vehicle to be operated
• Must pass background and drug testing as required by federal and/or state department(s) of transportation regulations
• Must pass DOT physical, as trucks driven are over 10k lbs
• Must be at least 21 years old to operate company vehicle.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to speak professionally and courteously with customers and staff at delivery points
• Ability to remain focused in a busy environment
• Prolonged periods sitting in a trailer cab for long periods of time
• Must be able to lift and move up to 40 pounds at a time
• Must be able to travel frequently
• CDL drivers may be required to be clean shaven in order to deliver to EquipmentShare customers who have this requirement
• This is a safety sensitive position and any offer of employment will be contingent on passing a 10 panel drug screen

Responsibilities

• Operates vehicle according to applicable state and federal transportation laws
• Transports loads safely and in a timely manner over required route, obeying all traffic laws and observing all safety regulations
• Deftly maneuvers truck and trailer into loading and unloading areas; follows loading crew signals
• Assists with loading of or loads and unloads goods and materials, using specialized equipment when warranted; unloads empty skids and returns all equipment to designated area
• Maintains signed invoices, shipping bills of lading, and other required paperwork; delivers documentation to shipping office or other appropriate staff when delivery route is complete
• Facilitates routine service on trucks, which may include checking oil, water, gasoline, and air; reports maintenance malfunctions to Shipping Supervisor
• Arranges trailers in shipping yards for optimum loading patterns
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Benefits

• Monthly Family Dinner Night
• Competitive compensation
• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time employees
• Generous PTO + paid holidays
• 401(k) + company match
• Tool and boot reimbursements (role dependent)
• Gym membership stipend + wellness programs (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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees