Heavy Haul CDL Driver

MEI Rigging & Crating LLC•Chattanooga, TN

About The Position

The Heavy Haul CDL Driver picks up machinery from customers or company warehouses, transports it safely, and delivers it in a timely manner and in good condition to customers throughout the continental United States. The driver prepares required electronic or paper reports and complies with applicable Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations. The role includes securing machinery to flatbed, step-deck, double-drop, or RGN trailers; determining load weight and dimensions; and identifying, obtaining, and following applicable oversize-load permits and restrictions. Drivers log Hours of Service, maintain required vehicle and inspection paperwork, and may occasionally assist with warehouse or yard work, loading, securing and tarping other loads, and rigging. Forklift operation is also required, and operators must be certified. The job involves physical activity, including handling materials weighing up to 50 pounds, and regular exposure to fumes, outdoor weather, and noise from tractor-trailers and the maintenance shop. Drivers are frequently exposed to large machines, chains, binders, and tarps. The company expects a strong focus on safety, teamwork, honesty, integrity, professionalism, communication, and customer service.

Requirements

Valid Class A CDL.
High school diploma or equivalent.
At least one year of verifiable heavy-haul experience.
Strong oral and written communication skills in English.
Strong understanding of FMCSA and DOT regulations.
Ability to communicate successfully with management and customers.
Basic computer skills.
Forklift certification to operate a forklift.
Ability to perform physical activities including sitting, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment and demonstrate honesty, integrity, professionalism, and commitment to quality service.

Nice To Haves

Three or more years of heavy-haul experience preferred.
ELD experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Pick up machinery at a designated customer location or company warehouse as directed by dispatch, transport it safely, and deliver it promptly and in good condition.
Comply with all state and federal DOT and FMCSA requirements for operating a commercial motor vehicle.
Secure machinery to flatbed, step-deck, double-drop, or RGN trailers using chains and binders.
Know the weight and dimensions of each load.
Determine whether a load requires permits; obtain permits from dispatch and understand and follow their restrictions before departure and when entering each state.
Log Hours of Service and remain compliant.
Inspect the vehicle and maintain required vehicle paperwork, including the cab card, proof of insurance, IFTA annual permits, trailer registrations, and DOT annual inspection documentation.
Occasionally assist with warehouse and yard work, load and secure equipment, tarp other outgoing loads, and assist with rigging.
Operate a forklift and perform other duties assigned by management.
Work with awareness of safety for oneself and others at the job site and communicate effectively with management and customers.