CDL Driver

The Hill Group; Franklin Park (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hill Group is seeking an experienced CDL Class A Truck Driver in Illinois to operate 48’ tractor-trailer and 22’ straight truck assets, transporting ductwork, pipe, and HVAC equipment between construction sites. You will load, secure, and deliver cargo, log trips per DOT rules, and stay in close contact with dispatch.

Required are 5+ years of CDL experience, knowledge of DOT regulations, and familiarity with GPS/cellular devices; Knuckle Boom license is required for certain operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years CDL experience.
• Knowledge of DOT Rules & Regulations.
• Proficiency with cellular & GPS devices.
• Active NCCCO & City of Chicago Knuckle Boom Operators license.

Responsibilities

• Promote and enforce THG Safety Program and policies.
• Prepare and provide documentation for delivery or pickup.
• Load, secure and unload cargo.
• Maintain contact with dispatch for instructions and changes.
• Maintain travel and cargo logs per regulations.
• Perform light vehicle maintenance and daily inspection.
• Operate tandem axle tractors with 48’ trailers and 22’ straight trucks.
• Spot trailers within campus and assist with orders and warehouse upkeep.

Skills

CDL Class A

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Communication

Tools

GPS devices

Cellular devices

Job description

General Job Scope

The CDL (Class A) Logistics Truck Driver (Tractor & Straight Truck & Boom Truck) is responsible for
operating a 48’ tractor-trailer truck and a 22’ straight truck that transports fabricated ductwork, pipe,
construction materials, tools, and HVAC equipment to and from construction sites.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Actively promote and enforce THG Safety Program, policies and procedures, including the goals of a Zero Injury Program
• Prepares, receives, and provides appropriate documentation for the delivery or pick up of goods to ensure timely service.
• Loads, secures and unloads cargo.
• Maintains cellular and email contact with dispatch to receive delivery or pick up instructions or to receive notice of changes in scheduled delivery or pick up.
• Maintains logs of travel and cargo according to federal and state regulations.
• Responsible for light vehicle maintenance, daily inspection, and presentation.
• Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.
• Must display proven ability to operate both tandem axle tractors with 48’ trailers as well as 22’ straight trucks
• In order to operate Knuckle Boom, must display an active NCCCO & City of Chicago Knuckle Boom Operators license
• Spot Trailers within campus
• Aid in pulling Tool Orders (If required)
• Aid in maintaining a clean & organized warehouse (If required)
• All other duties as assigned

Experience:

• Minimum (5) years CDL experience required
• Knowledge of DOT Rules & Regulations
• Proficiency with cellular & GPS devices

Other Qualifications:

• Requires an ability to work effectively and efficiently under pressure
• Requires a great attention to detail, accuracy and an ability to prioritize and multi-task
• Must be dependable, organized and self-motivated
• Communication with multiple divisions of the company
• Ability to react to changes, flexibility, while maintaining efficiency