CDL Driver - Class A - Heavy Haul

A1 Lift Rentals; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A1 Lift Rentals is seeking a Heavy Haul CDL Driver to pick up, transport, and deliver machinery across the continental United States. You will prepare reports to ensure compliance with DOT/FMCSA regulations and maintain accurate logs and vehicle paperwork.

Responsibilities include securing oversized loads, obtaining permits, and assisting with warehouse tasks as needed. A valid Class A CDL and strong English communication are required.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL and High School Diploma are required.
• Minimum 1 year of verifiable Heavy Haul experience; 3+ years preferred.
• Strong English communication skills; knowledge of FMCSA/DOT regulations.

Responsibilities

• Pick up machinery and transport it safely to customers nationwide.
• Follow DOT/FMCSA regulations.
• Secure loads with chains and binders.
• Know load weight and dimensions.
• Obtain necessary permits for oversized loads.
• Log Hours of Service and maintain required paperwork.
• Inspect vehicle and ensure required documents are current.
• Assist in warehouse duties and rigging when needed.
• Operate forklift if certified.

Skills

CDL Class A

Heavy Haul Experience

FMCSA Regulations

English Communication

Basic Computer Skills

ELD Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

The Heavy Haul CDL Driver will pick up, safely transport, and deliver machinery to various customers located anywhere within continental United States. Drivers are also required to prepare reports (either electronic or paper) to ensure that they meet the necessary requirements to operate legally.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Pick up machinery at a designate customer or at one of our warehouses as instructed by their dispatcher, safely transport the equipment, and deliver it in a timely manner, and in good condition.
• Follow ALL state and Federal Regulations required to operate commercial motor vehicle by Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA).
• Secure the machinery to a flatbed, step deck, double drop, or RGN with the use of chains and binders
• The driver will be required to know the weight and dimensions of the load that they are picking up.
• All oversized loads (loads exceeding 13'6 High, 8'6 wide and 80,000 lbs.) will require a permit to operate in each state traveled. The permit will be available from A1 Operations.
• Responsible to know if their load will require permit, to obtain the permit from dispatch, to understand the restrictions of the permit (if any) before leaving the point of origin, and before entering each state thereafter.
• Log Hours of Service (HOS) and remain compliant at all times.
• Responsible for inspection and vehicle paperwork (to include a cab card, proof if insurance, IFTA annual permits, trailer registrations, DOT annual inspection).
• On occasion, the driver will be required to work in the warehouse, clear up in the yard, help load, chain, strap, tarp other loads going out of the facility, assist with the rigging process.
• Operate a forklift (must be certified to operate), and other duties assigned by management.

Minimum Qualifications (Experience, Skills, and Education):

• Valid Class A CDL.
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• One (1) year of verifiable Heavy Haul experience is required, 3+ years of Heavy Haul experience preferred.
• Strong Oral and Written communication skills (in English) are required.
• A strong understanding of FMCSA and DOT regulations.
• The ability to successfully communicate with management and customers.
• Basic computer skills are required to be successful in this position.
• ELD experience is a plus.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs moving your whole body, such as sitting, kneeling, crouching reaching, standing, climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping and handling of materials up to 50 pounds.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly exposed to fumes, outside weather conditions and noise from tractor trailer and within maintenance shop. The employee is frequently exposed to large machines, chains, binders, and tarps.

Additional Requirements:

Work with a Top-of-Mind Awareness for the safety of yourself and everyone at the job site. Must be able to work in a high functioning team environment. Display the highest levels of honesty, integrity, and professionalism. Take pride in your work and in the company. Communicate openly and strive for peak performance in daily tasks. Know and deliver the quality service A1 Lift’s customers have come to expect.

Disclaimer: This job description is intended to summarize the type and level of work performed by a CDL Driver and is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and/or requirements. A1 Lift Rentals reserves the right to change or modify this job description or the essential duties of the job, as necessary.

A1 Lift Rentals is an Equal Opportunity, M/F/Disabled/Vet Preferred Employer.