Class A CDL, Non-Crane Certified Driver - Lake Charles

National Trench Safety; Sulphur (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

National Trench Safety is seeking a Class A CDL Driver, non-crane certified, for the Lake Charles area. The role involves delivering and picking up trench shoring and plates to customer sites, maintaining safety standards, and adhering to DOT/FMCSR guidelines.

The driver will handle load security, maintain logs, and provide support across job sites. A valid Class A CDL and medical certificate are required; forklift certification may be required in the future.

Qualifications

• Two years of direct experience driving Class A vehicles preferred.
• Current Class A CDL and Medical Examiner’s Certificate per FMCSR 49 CFR 391.
• Ability to obtain forklift certification as required.

Responsibilities

• Operate company vehicles in a safe, efficient, and professional manner.
• Comply with all DOT regulations and maintain accurate logs.
• Deliver and pick up shoring and plates to/from job sites, multiple loads per day.
• Occasionally load and unload truck and trailer at customer sites.
• Assemble and disassemble shoring on job sites as needed.
• Ensure all delivery documents are accurate and filed on time.
• Maintain open communication with the branch for delivery schedules and issues.
• Adhere to customer safety requirements on site.
• Support yard operations and help keep areas hazard-free.

Skills

Secure loads safely

Communication skills

Positive attitude

Lift up to 50 lbs

Attention to detail

Quick learner

Take directions/coaching

Job description

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Class A CDL, Non-Crane Certified Driver - Lake Charles

Full-time Regular Operative Lake Charles, Sulphur, LA, US

Job Summary

As a Class A CDL Driver, Non-Crane Certified, you will be required to deliver and pick up trench-related shoring to and from customer job sites safely, on - time , and efficiently. This position will adhere to all safety policies and procedures directed by DOT, FMCSR, and National Trench Safety . This position is a safety-sensitive role that requires compliance with the company's drug and alcohol policy and adherence to all safety regulations and procedures .

Key Responsibilities

• Operate company vehicles in a safe, efficient, and professional manner.


• Comply with all DOT regulations as related to the safe operation of your vehicle, including:
  
  
  
  • Vehicle inspections at the beginning and end of each shift. Reporting any identified vehicle issues.
  
  
  • Keep accurate electronic driver HOS logs.
  
  
  • Maintain current driver credentials as required .
  
  
  • Comply with pre-employment, routine, random drug and alcohol testing requests.
  
  
  • Secure load strictly complying with DOT and company policies.
  
  
  • Report all accidents involving the driver or equipment to the branch management
  
  
  
  


• Deliver and pick up shoring and plates to and from job sites, multiple loads per day.


• Occasionally load and unload your truck and trailer on the customer’s job site.


• Occasionally assemble and disassemble shoring on job sites


• Ensure all delivery documents are properly maintained and turned in as required .


• Apply knowledge of driving skills in maneuvering at various speeds in difficult locations, heavy traffic, inclement weather, mountainous terrain or tight loading dock operational areas


• Maintain open communication with the branch for delivery schedules and promptly report problems related to deliveries .


• Adhere to all customers’ safety requirements while at customer job sites


• May assist with yard operations, clean and prepare areas and sites to eliminate possible hazards , other responsibilities as assigned


• May provide training assistance to customers by answering general questions regarding the safe operations of shoring equipment


• Record and Report to the branch management, Inside Sales rep, and customer of any damage to NTS rental equipment that is as identified by the driver during the pickup process


• Be available to customers’ needs, including occasional after-hours emergencies, as needed by the branch from time to time


• Keep the vehicle clean and up to date on maintenance.

Knowledge and Skills

• Ability to secure loads safely


• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written, to enhance relationships with customers .


• A positive attitude and occasionally requires lifting up to 50 lbs.


• Quick learner, attention to detail, and the ability to accept directions and coaching

Qualifications

• A minimum of (2) two years of direct experience driving vehicles that require a Class A Commercial Driver’s License is preferred .


• Current Class A Commercial Driver’s License issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles


• Valid Medical Examiner’s Certificate in accordance with FMCSR 49 CFR 391.41-391.49


• Ability to obtain forklift certification as required