Truck Driver – Class A CDL (Heavy Haul / Flatbed)

Superior Rigging and Erecting Co • Atlanta, GA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Superior Rigging & Erecting is seeking an experienced Class A CDL Truck Driver to support its crane, rigging, heavy haul, and specialty construction operations based in Atlanta, Georgia. The driver transports construction equipment, crane components, rigging materials, structural steel, and other specialized loads to project locations throughout Georgia and the Southeast using tractor-trailers, flatbeds, lowboy trailers, and other specialized equipment as qualified and assigned.

This hands-on role requires heavy and oversized load transportation experience, including trailer selection, load distribution, cargo securement, and safe operation in active construction environments. The driver works with dispatch, operations, project managers, and field personnel to coordinate equipment movements and deliveries, maintain compliance with transportation regulations, and ensure loads arrive safely and on schedule. The position requires independent work, effective communication, dependable attendance, and care of assigned equipment.

The role is full-time and based in Atlanta. Travel throughout Georgia and the Southeast is required as project schedules dictate. The driver must be available for early mornings, extended hours, occasional weekends, and overnight assignments when required, and must be able to work outdoors in changing weather conditions. The position is classified as exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act; employment is at-will unless stated otherwise in writing.

Requirements

• Class A commercial driver's license; the role is identified as a Class A CDL Truck Driver position.
• Proven experience hauling heavy equipment, structural steel, crane components, and oversized loads using flatbed and specialized trailers.
• Understand load securement, trailer selection, load distribution, and safe transportation of heavy and oversized equipment.
• Ability to travel throughout Georgia and the Southeast as required by project schedules.
• Availability to work early mornings, extended hours, occasional weekends, and overnight assignments when required.
• Ability to work outdoors in changing weather conditions.
• Ability to safely enter and exit commercial vehicles and access trailer decks and equipment.
• Ability to handle chains, binders, straps, and other cargo-securement equipment.
• Ability to work safely around cranes, heavy machinery, construction vehicles, and active jobsite operations.
• Ability to perform required physical duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Comply with applicable transportation regulations and company safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate Class A commercial vehicles, including tractor-trailers, flatbeds, lowboy trailers, and other specialized transportation equipment as qualified and assigned.
• Transport cranes, crane components, counterweights, structural steel, rigging equipment, and heavy construction machinery.
• Position, balance, and secure loads using chains, binders, straps, and approved cargo-securement equipment.
• Perform required pre-trip and post-trip inspections of trucks, trailers, and related equipment.
• Verify load weights, dimensions, and securement requirements before transportation.
• Follow oversized- and overweight-load requirements, including permits, routing restrictions, and escort procedures.
• Coordinate equipment deliveries, pickup schedules, and transportation requirements with dispatch, project managers, and field personnel.
• Assist with loading, unloading, and positioning equipment when properly trained and authorized.
• Maintain accurate driver logs, inspection reports, delivery documentation, and required transportation records.
• Comply with Department of Transportation regulations, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration requirements, and company safety policies.
• Identify and promptly report equipment defects, mechanical concerns, unsafe conditions, and transportation delays.
• Keep assigned trucks, trailers, and associated equipment clean, safe, and professional in condition.
• Safely navigate active construction sites, industrial facilities, and other challenging delivery environments.
• Communicate effectively with customers, supervisors, dispatch personnel, and field employees.
• Perform other transportation-related responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly compensation based on experience and qualifications.
• Opportunities for additional hours based on operational needs.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company participation.
• Paid Time Off and paid holidays.
• Long-term career growth opportunities.
• Stable employment with an established company serving the Southeast since 1952.
• Opportunity to operate specialized transportation equipment supporting complex crane, rigging, and construction projects.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed