Tractor Trailer Driver

Herc Rentals • Howard, WI

14h

About The Position

The Tractor Trailer Driver transports, delivers, and retrieves assorted construction and heavy equipment while supporting branch operations professionally, safely, and on time. The role operates commercial and non-commercial vehicles and requires consistently meeting quality and operating standards at the facility, regional, and corporate levels. Drivers work with customers, branch management, and central dispatch to coordinate equipment movement, follow safety procedures, and maintain accurate records.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 2 years of tractor trailer driving experience within the last 3 years.
• Commercial Driver’s License, Class A, with tanker endorsement.
• Current medical card.
• Obtain a Hazmat endorsement within 120 days of employment; assistance will be provided.
• Ability to operate large, heavy machinery.
• Ability to secure loads safely.
• Customer service skills.
• Ability to safely lift 50 pounds frequently.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors as required.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks and stretch, turn, twist, reach overhead, bend, crouch, squat, kneel, and stoop for extended periods.
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Transport, deliver, and retrieve assorted construction and heavy equipment.
• Operate commercial and non-commercial vehicles safely, efficiently, and professionally.
• Promote professionalism and excellent customer service.
• Inspect vehicles before and after pickups and deliveries.
• Maintain delivery documents during the workday and make them available for inspection upon request.
• Use driving and commercial driving skills to maneuver in difficult locations, heavy traffic, inclement weather, mountainous terrain, and tight loading dock areas.
• Secure equipment using chains, straps, and blocking in accordance with DOT policies and established procedures.
• Communicate with the Branch Manager and/or central dispatch about delivery schedules.
• Observe safety rules and regulations at customer job sites and company facilities.
• Answer customers’ general questions about safe operation of vehicles, tools, or machinery and provide training assistance when asked.
• Report damage to company property discovered while picking up equipment from customers.
• Report all accidents involving the driver or equipment to the Branch Manager or Central Dispatch.
• Promptly report delays caused by breakdowns, weather, traffic, or other issues affecting timely pickups or deliveries.
• Remain flexible in the daily routine to respond to management’s responses to customer demands.
• Accurately maintain required paperwork and logs on a daily basis.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
• Virtual health visits.
• 24-hour nurse line.
• Healthy pregnancy program.
• Tobacco cessation program.
• Weight loss program.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Employee stock purchase program.
• Paid time off, including holidays, vacation, and sick days.
• Paid parental leave.
• Military leave and support for National Guard and Reserves members.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Adoption assistance reimbursement program.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Auto and home insurance discounts.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Supplemental life insurance.
• Accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
• Company-paid disability insurance.
• Supplemental disability insurance.
• Group legal plan.
• Critical illness insurance.
• Accident insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED