CDL Class A Truck Driver

StructureCraft; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 24,796 - 35,817; Full time

Job summary

StructureCraft in Washington, DC, is hiring a Local CDL Truck Driver for a contract role from April to December 2025. The driver will maintain safety, reliability, and efficient transport of materials to project sites.

You will perform pre-trip inspections, secure cargo, load/unload, and coordinate with the project team to meet scheduling needs while adhering to all state and federal regulations.

Qualifications

• Valid CDL with clean driving record.
• Experience driving heavy trucks/tractor-trailers and knowledge of local/state laws.
• Able to load, strap, and tarp cargo securely.
• Fluent English communication with coworkers.
• Strong attention to documentation and inspections.
• Willingness to work overtime when needed.
• Reliable team player with safety focus.

Responsibilities

• Operate a heavy truck (GVW ≥ 45,000) safely and legally.
• Transport goods in a timely and efficient manner.
• Load, unload, strap, and tarp cargo securely.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections; report issues.
• Receive goods at yard and supervise yard logistics.

Skills

CDL

Safe driving

Vehicle inspection

Communication

English fluency

Loading/unloading

Job description

StructureCraft is a unique, family‑owned design‑build company that employs over 200 structural engineering and construction professionals. We specialize in designing and building timber structures, incorporating steel, concrete and other materials into the projects as well.

Since our beginning in 1998, our team has pushed the boundaries in complex geometry, optimization, digital fabrication, material testing and research. We are involved in mass timber structures, long span roofs, tall wood buildings, free‑form timber structures and bridges. Our work has been recognized nationally and internationally, including numerous engineering awards for innovation in timber construction.

We are rooted in our mission of “making beautiful structures possible,” which harnesses both traditional principles and paradigm‑shifting innovation to bring the inherent properties of materials to their highest use. As a firm of master engineers and timber construction experts with offices in Canada, US, and Italy, we partner with world‑renowned developers, owners and architects to create structures that are elegant in their own right and also serve the greater good of a community.

Our head office and shop is located near Vancouver, British Columbia, in Canada, but our teams travel all over North America to install the structures that we design.

About the role

We are seeking a Local CDL Truck Driver to join our team! This is a contract position starting in April 2025 and ending in December 2025. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of safety, reliability, and strong organizational skills.

What you’ll do

• Operate a truck with a minimum Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) of 45,000 pounds safely and in compliance with all state and federal regulations
• Ensure timely and efficient transport of goods while following all company safety guidelines.
• Load, unload, strap, and tarp cargo securely for transport.
• Conduct pre‑trip and post‑trip inspections to ensure the vehicle is in good operating condition, reporting any issues to the Project Manager immediately.
• Receive goods at the yard and supervise yard logistics

Qualifications

• A valid CDL with a clean driving record.
• Proven experience in heavy truck or tractor‑trailer driving, with a strong understanding of local and state driving laws.
• Ability to handle physical workloads, including lifting and maneuvering heavy cargo as needed.
• Must be able to speak fluent English to communicate with co‑workers.
• Strong attention to detail for documentation and vehicle inspection.
• Excellent communication skills to coordinate with supervisors and report any issues.
• Competitive hourly wage with a good potential for overtime labor.
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience with a dedicated and innovative team.
• Professional development opportunities, including safety training and certifications.
• The potential for continued work with the company on future jobs.