CDL‑A Driver / Heavy Equipment & Material Hauler

Central Tree, LLC; Illinois; On-site; USD 38,572 - 44,083; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Paid time off

Respect for your time and expertise

Stable weekday schedule

Job summary

Central Tree, LLC is seeking a skilled CDL-A driver in Pingree Grove, IL, to operate heavy equipment and transport materials. The successful candidate will have a clean driving record, experience with heavy loads, and the ability to work in varied conditions. Benefits include competitive hourly pay, health insurance, paid time off, and a respectful work culture. If you're safety-focused and reliable, apply today to join our growing operation!

Qualifications

• Valid CDL Class A with a clean, insurable driving record.
• Strong knowledge of DOT regulations and load securement.
• Experience hauling heavy equipment, bulk materials, or similar loads.
• Ability to operate or assist with operating heavy equipment during loading/unloading.
• Reliable, self-motivated, and safety-focused; can plan day independently.
• Comfortable working outdoors year-round in varied weather and terrain.

Responsibilities

• Drive semi trucks, lowboy trailers, walking floor trailers, and log trailers.
• Transport excavators, skid steers, loaders, and other materials.
• Deliver materials and equipment to customers safely and professionally.
• Assist with loading/unloading using various tools.
• Complete pre-trip and post-trip checks and follow safety rules.
• Record miles, fuel, inspections, and job activity accurately.
• Inform management about delays or issues.
• Help with basic maintenance and equipment setup.

Skills

Valid CDL Class A

Knowledge of DOT regulations

Experience hauling heavy equipment

Ability to operate heavy equipment

Reliable and self-motivated

Comfortable working outdoors year-round

Job description

Position Overview

We’re not just moving mulch and logs—we’re keeping a full‑scale forestry and land‑clearing operation moving. Our fleet includes semis, lowboys, walking floors, and log trailers. We need a skilled CDL‑A driver who can haul heavy equipment safely and pitch in wherever needed.

Workplace Details

Central Tree – Pingree Grove, IL

In person · Full‑Time · Monday–Friday / Weekends as Needed

$28 – $32/hr

What You’ll Do

• Operate equipment: Drive semi trucks, lowboy trailers, walking floor trailers, and log trailers.
• Transport loads: Move excavators, skid steers, loaders, feller bunchers, stump grinders, logs, mulch, and other materials.
• Handle customer deliveries: Deliver mulch, materials, and equipment to customers safely, professionally, and on schedule.
• Assist with loading/unloading: Use loaders, grapples, ramps, winches, chains, binders, and straps.
• Perform inspections: Complete pre‑trip and post‑trip checks, secure loads properly, and follow DOT/OSHA safety rules.
• Document everything: Record miles, fuel, inspections, maintenance needs, delivery details, and job activity accurately.
• Communicate clearly: Alert management to schedule changes, mechanical issues, delivery delays, jobsite problems, or route changes.
• Support the crew: Pitch in with basic maintenance, equipment setup, and yard or field support as needed.

Who We’re Looking For

• Valid CDL Class A with a clean, insurable driving record.
• Strong knowledge of DOT regulations and load securement.
• Experience hauling heavy equipment, bulk materials, or similar loads.
• Ability to operate or assist with operating heavy equipment during loading/unloading.
• Reliable, self‑motivated, and safety‑focused; you can plan your day and adapt as needed.
• Comfortable working outdoors year‑round in varied weather and terrain.
• Willing to work weekends and flexible hours when business demands.

What You’ll Get

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience (plus overtime when equipment breaks on its own schedule).
• Health and dental insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Stable weekday schedule with flexibility for peak seasons.
• Respect for your time, your tools, and your expertise—honest work, no nonsense.

Why Central Tree?

We’re growing, modernizing, and committed to doing things right. You’ll join a team that values hard work. You’ll have a direct impact on keeping our operations moving efficiently and safely, and you’ll be part of a culture that respects your skills and time.

At Central Tree, safety, accountability, and respect are our top priorities. Clear communication, teamwork, and keeping our trucks—and our people—moving forward is the goal.

Next Steps

If you’re a dependable CDL‑A driver who can haul heavy equipment and is looking for a crew that’s serious about safety, respect, and getting the job done right, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help us keep Central Tree moving!