CDL-A Tractor Trailer Driver – Heavy Equipment Transport

Herc Rentals; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) match

Employee Stock Purchase

Paid Time Off

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Herc Rentals in Abilene, TX is hiring a Tractor Trailer Driver to transport, deliver and retrieve construction equipment while supporting branch operations. This role requires safe operation of large vehicles and compliance with DOT standards.

You will inspect vehicles, maintain delivery documents, and provide customer service. A CDL Class A with tanker endorsement and hazmat within 120 days are required, along with 2 years of driving experience and a current medical card.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of tractor trailer driving experience within the last three years.
• Commercial Driver’s License, Class A, with tanker endorsement
• Current medical card
• Hazmat endorsement must be obtained within 120 days of employment. Assistance will be provided.
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 LBs.

Responsibilities

• Transport, deliver and retrieve assorted construction and heavy equipment
• Operate commercial or non-commercial vehicles in a safe, efficient and professional manner
• Promote professionalism and excellent customer service attitude
• Perform vehicle inspections before and after pickups and deliveries
• Ensure all delivery documents are properly maintained during the workday and are available for inspection upon request by management and/or state traffic safety officers
• Apply knowledge of driving and/or commercial driving skills in maneuvering at various speeds in difficult locations, heavy traffic, inclement weather, mountainous terrain or tight loading dock areas
• Secure construction equipment and other equipment by means of chaining, strapping, and blocking under the strict accordance and established procedures of the DOT policies
• Maintain open communication with Branch Manager and/or central dispatch for delivery schedules
• Observe safety rules and regulations at customer job sites, facilities and other Herc Rentals related facilities
• Provide training assistance for customers by answering general questions regarding the safe operations of vehicles, tools, or machinery when asked by customer
• Report to the branch manager or central dispatcher of any damage to Herc Rentals property that is uncovered by the driver during the process of picking up the equipment from the customer
• Report any and all accidents involving the driver or equipment to Branch Manager or Central Dispatch
• Promptly report any delays due to breakdowns, weather, traffic conditions, or any other problems relating to timely pickups or delivery of equipment
• Maintain flexibility in daily routine in order to respond to Management’s responses to the customer demands
• Ensure proper paperwork & logs are maintained accurately on a daily basis

Skills

Tractor trailer

CDL A

Hazmat endorsement

Medical card

Safety awareness

Job description

Herc Rentals in Abilene, TX is hiring a Tractor Trailer Driver to transport, deliver and retrieve construction equipment while supporting branch operations. This role requires safe operation of large vehicles and compliance with DOT standards.

You will inspect vehicles, maintain delivery documents, and provide customer service. A CDL Class A with tanker endorsement and hazmat within 120 days are required, along with 2 years of driving experience and a current medical card.