Heavy Haul CDL Driver

A1 Lift; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A1 Lift Rentals is seeking a Heavy Haul CDL Driver to pick up, transport, and deliver machinery to customers across the continental United States. The role requires understanding load weight and dimensions, and preparing reports to meet legal requirements.

You will follow DOT/FMCSA regulations, secure loads with appropriate equipment, log Hours of Service, inspect paperwork, and may assist in warehouses or rigging. A forklift certification and strong communication are plus.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year verifiable Heavy Haul experience; 3+ years preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication in English.
• Understanding of FMCSA and DOT regulations.
• Ability to communicate with management and customers.
• Basic computer skills required.
• ELD experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Pick up machinery, transport safely, and deliver promptly in good condition.
• Follow DOT and FMCSA regulations.
• Secure loads to flatbed, step deck, double drop, or RGN with chains/binders.
• Know load weight and dimensions.
• Determine if permits are needed and obtain them from dispatch.
• Log Hours of Service and stay compliant.
• Inspect vehicle paperwork (cab card, proof of insurance, IFTA, registrations, inspections).
• Assist in warehouse tasks and rigging as needed.
• Operate a certified forklift and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

English proficiency

Computer skills

Heavy Haul experience

ELD experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

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Chattanooga Full Time Field Operations Chattanooga, TN, US

13 days ago Requisition ID: 5318

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.