CDL Driver (Drilling Operations)

EBA Engineering, Inc.; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

EBA Engineering, Inc. is seeking a CDL Driver to join our drilling operations team. You will transport drill rigs and heavy equipment across the Mid-Atlantic region, with opportunities to assist in field operations when not on the road.

The role requires a valid CDL, clean driving record, and the ability to load, secure, and operate heavy machinery. Training on drill rig operations is available for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Valid CDL license appropriate for the vehicle operated.
• Good driving record and commitment to safe driving practices.
• Ability to independently load, unload, and secure heavy machinery and equipment.
• Ability to safely operate heavy‑duty trucks and maneuver equipment at construction and drilling sites.
• Ability to pass a DOT physical, pre‑employment drug screening, and background check.
• Willingness to perform physically demanding fieldwork when not transporting equipment.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and on uneven terrain.
• Strong communication skills and ability to coordinate with field crews and supervisors.
• Dependability, attention to detail, and commitment to workplace safety.

Responsibilities

• Operate a heavy‑duty roll‑off truck to transport drill rigs, machinery, and equipment to and from project sites.
• Loading, unloading, positioning, and securing heavy equipment independently using appropriate safety procedures.
• Performing pre‑trip and post‑trip vehicle inspections and identifying maintenance or safety concerns.
• Maintaining compliance with applicable DOT regulations and company safety procedures.
• Coordinating equipment transportation and delivery schedules with drilling crews and field supervisors.
• Maintaining accurate vehicle inspection records, transportation documentation, and other required paperwork.
• Participating in field operations and assisting drilling crews with equipment setup, breakdown, and general site activities when not transporting equipment.
• Operating drill rigs and related equipment following appropriate training.
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Skills

CDL

Driving record

Equipment loading

Truck operation

DOT compliance

Fieldwork

Outdoor work

Communication

Dependability

Safety awareness

Job description

EBA Engineering, Inc. (EBA) is looking for a CDL Driver to join our drilling operations team. This position is responsible for transporting drill rigs and heavy equipment using a heavy‑duty roll‑off truck to project sites throughout the Mid‑Atlantic region. The ideal candidate will have a strong driving record, experience transporting and securing heavy machinery, and a willingness to participate in field operations when not transporting equipment. EBA is willing to train the right candidate in drill rig operations.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

As a CDL Driver, your responsibilities will encompass:

• Operating a heavy‑duty roll‑off truck to transport drill rigs, machinery, and equipment to and from project sites
• Loading, unloading, positioning, and securing heavy equipment independently using appropriate safety procedures
• Performing pre‑trip and post‑trip vehicle inspections and identifying maintenance or safety concerns
• Maintaining compliance with applicable Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and company safety procedures
• Coordinating equipment transportation and delivery schedules with drilling crews and field supervisors
• Maintaining accurate vehicle inspection records, transportation documentation, and other required paperwork
• Participating in field operations and assisting drilling crews with equipment setup, breakdown, and general site activities when not transporting equipment
• Operating drill rigs and related equipment following appropriate training
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

To excel in this role, candidates must possess the following qualifications and abilities:

• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) appropriate for the vehicle being operated
• Good driving record and demonstrated commitment to safe driving practices
• Ability to independently load, unload, and secure heavy machinery and equipment
• Ability to safely operate heavy‑duty trucks and maneuver equipment at construction and drilling sites
• Ability to pass a DOT physical, pre‑employment drug screening, and background check
• Willingness to perform physically demanding fieldwork when not transporting equipment
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and on uneven terrain
• Strong communication skills and ability to coordinate with field crews and supervisors
• Dependability, attention to detail, and commitment to workplace safety

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous experience transporting construction equipment, drill rigs, or other heavy machinery
• Experience operating heavy equipment or drilling machinery
• Familiarity with geotechnical drilling, environmental drilling, or construction field operations
• Knowledge of equipment loading, unloading, and securement procedures
• Previous experience working on construction or infrastructure project sites

BENEFITS:

We offer a range of benefits to help you thrive in your career, including a competitive salary and comprehensive compensation package; health benefits encompassing medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; participation in a wellness rewards program designed to eliminate medical deductibles; a 401(k) plan with matching contributions from the company; flexible spending accounts; company‑paid coverage for short‑ and long‑term disability insurance; life insurance benefits; paid holidays and vacation time; as well as reimbursement for tuition, certifications, and licensure to facilitate your ongoing professional advancement.

WHAT WE DO:

At EBA, we appreciate that our success depends upon the experience, knowledge, and teamwork of our staff. As such, we make our commitment count for our employees by valuing you and the work you do. We are committed to supporting diversity, opening doors, trading ideas, encouraging innovation, and giving our staff what they need to perform exceptional work in an exceptional atmosphere.

EBA provides civil/site, geotechnical, structural, transportation, water resources, and water systems engineering; surveying and mapping; construction management/inspection; field and laboratory material testing; subsurface utility engineering; drilling; asset management; and geospatial technologies services to clients throughout the Mid‑Atlantic region.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

EBA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

NOTICE TO THIRD‑PARTY AGENCIES:

Please note that EBA does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, EBA will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, EBA explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of EBA.

Must be able to successfully pass a background check. We also conduct pre‑employment drug testing. Any job offer will be based on the results of background and drug testing.