Heavy Haul Driver

KODIAK Construction Recruiting & Staffing; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tobacco-free workplace

Job summary

KODIAK Construction Recruiting & Staffing is seeking an experienced Class A Heavy Haul Logistics Driver to safely move oversize and overweight loads between facilities and project sites.

You will handle load securement, operate up to 13-axle configurations, and coordinate routes with logistics teams. The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and adherence to DOT/FMCSA requirements in demanding hauling environments.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of professional Class A CDL driving experience.
• Valid Class A CDL with a clean driving record.
• At least 25 years of age as specified for this position.
• Hands-on experience operating specialized heavy-haul equipment and safely managing complex loads.
• Knowledge of oversize/overweight permitting, routing, and DOT/FMCSA Texas requirements.
• Fluent English reading and speaking; professional communication with dispatch and customers.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of tractors, trailers, and heavy-haul equipment.
• Safely load, secure, and transport specialized freight using chains, binders, tarps, and edge protection.
• Operate heavy-haul configurations up to 13 axles (gooseneck, lowboy, stretch, multi-axle, steerable trailers).
• Coordinate routes, permits, and escort requirements with logistics teams.
• Verify and document load information and equipment before departure and upon delivery.
• Maintain hours-of-service records and electronic logs; keep inspection docs up to date.
• Assist with driver road tests, safety training, and transportation compliance improvements.

Skills

Class A CDL driving

Heavy haul / oversize freight

Load securement

Pre-trip inspections

Hours-of-service knowledge

Dispatch communications

Education

Defensive Driving Certification

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

GPS-based routing

Samsara / fleet-management tools

Transportation management software

Electronic logging devices

Job description

Facility-to-facility transport and over-the-road project deliveries

We're Looking for a Heavy Haul Logistics Driver

We're looking for an experienced Class A Heavy Haul Logistics Driver to safely transport oversize, overweight, and specialized loads between manufacturing facilities and project sites.

This opportunity is ideal for a safety-focused professional with hands-on heavy-haul experience, strong load-securement skills, and the ability to maneuver specialized tractor-trailer combinations with precision. You'll work closely with logistics and safety teams to execute deliveries, maintain equipment readiness, and support safe, reliable transportation operations.

This position requires flexibility for long-distance travel and overnight stays as needed.

What You'll Do

• Perform thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections of tractors, trailers, and heavy-haul equipment, identifying concerns before they affect safety or operations.
• Safely load, secure, and transport specialized freight using appropriate chains, binders, tarps, and edge protection.
• Operate heavy-haul combinations up to 13 axles, including gooseneck, lowboy, stretch, multi-axle, and steerable trailers, along with jeeps and boosters.
• Coordinate with the logistics team to follow permitted routes, travel restrictions, and escort requirements.
• Verify and document load information, materials, and equipment before departure and upon delivery.
• Maintain accurate hours-of-service records, electronic logging device entries, and vehicle inspection documentation.
• Perform basic maintenance and troubleshooting, and maintain the cleanliness and readiness of assigned equipment.
• Support driver road tests and evaluations as assigned, participate in safety training, and collaborate with logistics and safety leadership on transportation-compliance improvements.

What You'll Bring

• At least 10 years of professional Class A CDL driving experience, preferably in heavy haul, oversize/overweight, or specialized freight operations.
• A valid Class A CDL and a clean driving record.
• At least 25 years of age, as specified for this position.
• Hands-on experience operating specialized heavy-haul equipment and safely managing complex loads.
• Previous experience working in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• In-depth knowledge of oversize/overweight permitting, routing, load securement, and applicable DOT, FMCSA, and Texas transportation requirements.
• Familiarity with hours-of-service requirements, electronic logging devices, and transportation recordkeeping.
• Ability to read and speak English fluently and communicate professionally with dispatch, customers, vendors, and site personnel.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, sound judgment, and the ability to operate safely in varied traffic and weather conditions.

Additional Technical Skills

You should be comfortable using GPS-based routing, dispatch, fleet-management tools such as Samsara or equivalent systems, and transportation management software. Strong organization, problem-solving, and time-management skills are important when coordinating changing priorities and delivery requirements.

Completion of Defensive Driving, Load Securement, or Heavy Haul Safety training is a plus.

This is a hands-on role involving extended driving, loading and unloading, climbing, securing loads, bending, crouching, and reaching. Work includes handling heavy chains, binders, and tarps; walking or standing for extended periods in steel-toed boots; and working outdoors in heat, cold, and rain.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

Put your specialized driving experience to work in a role where safe equipment handling and dependable delivery directly support manufacturing and project execution. You'll also have opportunities to contribute to driver evaluations, safety training, and improvements to transportation operations.

Tobacco-Free Workplace

Smoking, vaping, and the use of tobacco or nicotine products are prohibited on company premises and while conducting company business off-site. Smoking breaks are not permitted during working hours.

Interested?

We're looking for a professional who brings heavy-haul expertise, accountability, and a safety-first approach to every move.

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