Heavy Haul Class A CDL Driver

County-Materials-Family-of-Companies; Salem (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Wellness program

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

County Materials Family of Companies is seeking a Girder Driver in Salem, IL. You will deliver girders using a Class A CDL, perform DOT inspections, and securely transport heavy loads while maintaining professional customer interactions on outdoor construction sites.

The role demands strong CDL experience, safety focus, and ability to work in varying weather conditions. Overnight travel is possible, with emphasis on compliance and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Class A CDL prior to hire.
• Minimum of 2 years of Class A CDL driving experience required.
• “T” Endorsement for doubles and triples preferred.
• Outdoor weather conditions and working near moving equipment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver girders and related products using a tractor‑trailer.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections on equipment.
• Properly secure loads following DOT regulations.
• Interface with clients and maintain professional customer relations.
• Operate tractor-trailer combinations and ensure safety compliance.
• Load and unload girders as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and good operating conditions of tractors.

Skills

CDL experience

Safety focus

Load securement

Customer service

Education

Class A CDL

Job description

Posted Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 6:00 AM

The County Materials Family of Companies manufactures and delivers concrete construction products to meet the demand for growing communities. Since 1946, we've relied on our talented and dedicated team members to provide reliable products with personalized service.

We’re hiring a Heavy Haul/Girder Driver to join County Materials Family of Companies in Salem, IL.

Job Summary:

As a Girder Driver, you will deliver girders and related products using a Class A CDL while ensuring safe, timely, and compliant transportation. This position involves operating tractor‑trailer combinations, performing DOT inspections, securing oversized or heavy loads, and transporting materials in compliance with federal, state, and local DOT regulations. The Girder Driver role requires strong CDL driving experience, attention to safety, load securement knowledge, and professional customer interaction in an outdoor, construction‑related environment.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate customer service while interfacing with clients.
• Perform pre-trip, post-trip, and in route inspections on all equipment, including security devices.
• Properly secure load prior to transport following DOT regulations.
• Operate tractor trailer combinations.
• Transport product while ensuring compliance with DOT regulations.
• Perform duties consistent with all safety policies, including utilizing proper PPE.
• Participate in loading and unloading girders.
• Ensure cleanliness and good operating conditions for assigned tractors.
• Receive work assignments and report back on job completion.
• Use consistent communication with dispatchers.
• Maintain customer relations by acting in a professional, courteous manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

COUNTY Core Competencies:

The expected behaviors of all COUNTY team members that align with Our Values and Our Commitments:

• Integrity & Organizational Awareness
• Customer First Focus
• Results Driven Orientation
• Teamwork, Safety & Collaboration
• Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Creativity & Innovation

Job-Based Competencies:

• Transportation Management
• DOT & Regulatory Compliance
• Coordination
• Safety Management
• Route Optimization
• Vehicle & Equipment Knowledge

Experience & Qualifications:

• Must hold a valid Class A CDL prior to hire.
• Minimum of 2 years of Class A CDL driving experience required.
• “T” Endorsement for doubles and triples preferred.
• Work in outdoor weather conditions.
• Work near moving machinery and equipment.
• Work in a noisy environment.
• Overnight Travel required: 5% or as needed

Physical & Work Expectations:

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, or handling materials/equipment.
• Occasional climbing, kneeling, crawling, or lifting/moving up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to concentrate, follow detailed instructions, communicate effectively, and safely perform job duties.
• May require the operation of specific tools, equipment, or vehicles associated with the position.

The County Materials Family of Companies connects candidates with rewarding careers in concrete manufacturing, an industry that’s growing faster than most. We work alongside individuals to leverage their skills and align them with diverse job opportunities in production, transportation, safety, finance, human resources, information technology, marketing, risk management, and more.

Military service members and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Benefits Overview:

Central Processing Corporation is the payroll and benefit service of the County Materials Family of Companies.

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Paid Short-term & Long-term disability
• 401(k) match
• 8 Paid holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Referral rewards program
• Wellness program with rewards
• Flexible Savings Options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Life Insurance
• Safety focused: GUARD for Life
• Voluntary critical illness & accident insurance

County Materials Family of Companies is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer ; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.

We participate in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility for all new hires.