Heavy Haul Class A CDL Driver

Central Processing; Salem (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

$200 Boot Allowance

Safety focused: GUARD for Life

Voluntary critical illness & accident…

Job summary

County Materials Family of Companies in Salem, IL is seeking a Heavy Haul/Girder Driver with a Class A CDL to deliver girders and related products to construction sites. You will perform DOT inspections, secure oversized or heavy loads, and ensure safe, timely transportation in outdoor environments.

The role requires strong CDL driving experience, load securement knowledge, safety awareness, and professional customer interaction, with occasional overnight travel as needed.

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.

Responsibilities

• Interface with clients to provide excellent customer service.
• Perform pre-trip, post-trip, and in-route inspections on all equipment.
• Properly secure loads following DOT regulations.
• Operate tractor-trailer combinations.
• Transport products while complying with DOT regulations.
• Assist with loading and unloading girders.
• Maintain clean tractors and communicate with dispatchers.
• Adhere to safety policies and PPE.

Skills

Class A CDL

2+ years driving experience

Safety awareness

Tools

DOT regulations compliance

Job description

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, constructionrelated 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.
• Perform route surveys prior to delivery.
• 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 Environment

• 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.

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
• $200 Boot Allowance
• Safety focused: GUARD for Life
• Voluntary critical illness & accident insurance
• Optional Uniform Program

English: https://hub.countymaterials.com/hubfs/Benefits.pdf

Spanish: https://hub.countymaterials.com/hubfs/Benefits-Spanish.pdf

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.