Transport Driver

Quinn Company • Bakersfield, CA

10d • $25 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

Quinn Company is seeking an experienced Class A Transport Driver for its Rental team. This hands-on position combines driving and equipment transportation with rental yard operations. The driver transports, delivers, and picks up rental equipment at customer job sites, Quinn facilities, and supplier locations, while following DOT regulations and company safety standards. The role also includes equipment loading and unloading, rental yard support, inspections, documentation, and basic equipment upkeep. The posting identifies Bakersfield, California, in its overview, while the introductory description says the role is in Carson, California.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED; alternatively, two to three years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid Class A CDL with no restrictions preventing operation of manual-transmission vehicles.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant commercial driving experience.
• Experience safely transporting, loading, and unloading equipment.
• Knowledge of proper load securement and tie-down procedures.
• Valid DOT medical certification and acceptable driving record.
• Ability to drive safely on highways, local roads, and customer job sites.
• Availability to work overtime and weekends as business needs require.
• Comfort using tablets, email, and electronic inspection systems.
• Ability to perform physical duties such as handling chains and binders, climbing onto equipment, and cleaning machinery.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience hauling rental equipment or equivalent.
• Experience transporting construction or heavy equipment.
• Experience using chains, ratchet binders, and other load-securement equipment.
• Experience in equipment rental, construction, towing, or similar industries.
• Familiarity with Caterpillar or other construction equipment.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport, deliver, and pick up rental equipment at customer job sites, Quinn facilities, and supplier locations.
• Load, secure, and unload equipment using chains, binders, and proper tie-down procedures.
• Operate Class A vehicles with manual transmissions.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and maintain required DOT documentation.
• Use a tablet to upload equipment photos, document equipment conditions, complete inspections, and manage daily communications.
• Assist with equipment check-in/check-out, washing, yard organization, and basic equipment maintenance.
• Safely operate equipment during loading and unloading.
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions and assist with physically demanding tasks.
• Maintain compliance with DOT regulations and Quinn Company safety standards.

What This Job Offers

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