Class A CDL Heavy Haul Driver Construction Equipment

Cable East; Georgia; Sur place; USD 60 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Cable-East, Inc. in Georgia is seeking a CDL Heavy Haul Driver to safely operate Class A tractor-trailer and lowboy/low-bed equipment, transporting heavy construction gear between headquarters and job sites across the state.

The role requires strict adherence to DOT regulations, cargo security, and hours‑of‑service rules. You will perform pre-trip inspections, secure loads with chains and binders, plan routes, and coordinate with site personnel.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid Class A CDL.
• DOT medical certification.
• Ability to satisfy DOT English language proficiency.
• 3–5 years of experience transporting heavy equipment.

Responsabilités

• Safely operate Class A CMV with lowboy/low-bed trailer to transport heavy construction equipment between headquarters and job sites.
• Load, secure, and unload equipment using chains, binders, straps, and blocking.
• Plan routes and coordinate delivery/pickup with site personnel.
• Perform pre-trip, en route, and post-trip inspections; report defects.
• Maintain compliance with cargo-securement, hours-of-service, and safety requirements.

Connaissances

CDL Class A

Cargo securement

DOT regulations

Route planning

Safety awareness

Formation

High school diploma or GED

CDL (Class A)

DOT medical certification

Outils

Lowboy trailer operation

Weight/size permits knowledge

Description du poste

1. **Description**The position of CDL Heavy Haul Driver is a regular, full-time, hourly non-exempt role responsible for safely transporting heavy construction equipment, materials, tools, and related loads in support of telecommunications construction operations. The position primarily operates a Class A commercial motor vehicle with a lowboy/low-bed trailer to transport heavy equipment between Company headquarters and job sites. This position works out of the Statham, Georgia office and reports directly to the Procurement Manager.This position works a schedule of 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, and primarily completes daily round trips between Company headquarters and job sites throughout the state of Georgia. As operational needs require, the position may work extended hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, and may occasionally travel out of town or out of state overnight. As a condition of employment, the employee must also be able to satisfy all applicable DOT qualification requirements, including English language proficiency requirements.2. **Responsibilities****Heavy Haul Transportation & Equipment Operation:*** Safely operate Class A commercial motor vehicles and lowboy/low-bed trailers to transport heavy construction equipment to and from construction job sites and Company headquarters.* Load, position and unload construction equipment in accordance with manufacturer guidance, Company procedures & applicable safety requirements.* Transport materials, tools, attachments and other equipment between Company facilities, vendors, yards & job sites.* Select, inspect and properly use chains, binders, straps, blocking & other securement devices appropriate for each load.* Secure, inspect and recheck loads to prevent shifting & maintain compliance with applicable cargo-securement requirements throughout transport.* Plan routes and evaluate access, clearance, weight & site conditions before transport. Coordinate delivery and pickup timing with construction personnel.* Safely maneuver, back, couple and uncouple tractor-trailer combinations in yards, congested job sites, metropolitan traffic & other restricted areas.* Demonstrated knowledge of oversize-load permitting processes and applicable requirements for transporting permitted equipment.**Vehicle, Trailer & Trip Readiness:*** Perform thorough pre-trip, en route, and post-trip inspections of the tractor, trailer, secured equipment, and load. Promptly report defects or maintenance needs.* Prior to operating vehicles, verify that transported equipment and combined vehicle loads are within legal and equipment-specific weight & dimensional limits.* Maintain the truck, trailer, cab and securement equipment in a clean, orderly & serviceable condition.* Complete required daily driving, inspection, delivery, fuel, and other transportation records accurately and on time.* Assist with safe material handling, equipment staging, and site logistics as needed when not actively driving.**Safety & Compliance:*** Comply with all applicable DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, state and local traffic, cargo-securement, hours-of-service and Company safety requirements.* Maintain a valid medical certification, required driving records, permits, shipping documents, and other documentation applicable to assigned trips and loads.* Participate in required safety meetings, job hazard analyses and site-specific orientations.* Recognize and report unsafe road, weather, equipment, loading, unloading, and job-site conditions. Exercise sound judgement and stop work when transport cannot be completed safely.* Represent the Company professionally while on the road, at vendor locations and at customer & construction job sites.* Perform other duties as assigned.## Qualifications3. **Position Requirements****Formal Education & Certification:*** High school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (G.E.D.) required.* Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with an acceptable driving record and no restriction that would prevent operation of assigned vehicles or equipment.* Current DOT medical certification and ability to meet all applicable driver-qualification requirements.* Ability to satisfy applicable DOT English language proficiency requirements as a condition of employment.**Knowledge & Experience:*** Minimum of three to five years of direct experience transporting heavy construction equipment using a Class A tractor and lowboy/low-bed trailer.* Demonstrated experience loading, unloading, positioning and securing construction equipment, including proper use of chains, binders, straps, blocking & related securement devices.* Working knowledge of applicable cargo-securement, vehicle inspection, hours-of-service, weight, clearance and transportation documentation requirements.* Experience safely delivering equipment and materials to active construction job sites, including metropolitan areas, heavy traffic, restricted-access locations & uneven terrain.**Qualifications & Characteristics:*** Ability to pass both pre-hire and ongoing DOT physical & drug screenings.* Applicants must be able to wear personal protective equipment (“PPE”).* Ability to lift, carry, and move materials up to 50 pounds without an accommodation.* Ability to climb in and out of delivery vehicles & safely operate for up to a 12-hour shift.* Ability to stand, walk, and work in warehouse, yard and outdoors job-sites for up to a 12-hour shift.* Ability to safely operate Company trucks and fleet vehicles for extended periods, including driving for multiple or extended hours at a time, as operational needs require.**Work Environment:*** Able to work in a warehouse, material yard and outdoor job-site environments under varied weather conditions that include humidity & seasonal temperature changes.**Equal Employment Opportunity**: Cable-East, Inc. (the “Company”) is an equal opportunity employer and will not tolerate discrimination against any employee or applicant seeking employment and prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in employment based on race, color, religion, genetic information, national origin, sex (including same sex), gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, age, disability or handicap, citizenship status, service member status, or any other category protected by federal, state or local law. *This job description is not intended to be, nor should it be construed as an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with this position. It is intended to accurately reflect the activities and requirements of the position, but duties may be added, deleted, or modified as necessary. This description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.*