OTR Mobile Unit Driver (CDL)

Nepgroup; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Vacation days

Sick days

401(k)

Discount programs

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

NEP Group in the United States is seeking a full-time OTR Mobile Unit Driver to safely transport remote equipment and set up/tear down trailers at events. You will operate and maintain units to NEP standards and support technicians with installation and repair tasks across multiple sites.

The role requires a CDL‑A with five-plus years of OTR experience, a clean DOT record, ability to lift 50 pounds, and willingness to travel nationwide, including weekends.

Qualifications

• Five plus years’ over-the-road experience driving a commercial CDL-A.
• Valid CDL Class A with clean driving record.
• DOT medical card and ability to meet DOT reporting requirements.
• Experience with electronics repair and installation preferred; able to lift 50 pounds.
• Must be able to operate 18- and 10-speed manual trucks.

Responsibilities

• Operates company trucks to support remote operations across the US, Canada and Mexico.
• Plans routes for economical time and equipment use.
• Sets up and tears down trailers and assists with supporting trucks.
• Performs pre/post-trip inspections and routine Preventative Maintenance.
• Complies with DOT regulations and maintains required documentation.
• Maintains trailer with supplies and supports field techs during events.

Skills

CDL-A experience

Route planning

Electronics repair

Manual transmission driving

Heavy lifting

Education

High school diploma

Job description

We are seeking a full-time Over the Road (OTR) Mobile Unit Driver to ensure the safe and timely delivery of the mobile unit to the proper location. The OTR Driver will operate and maintain the mobile unit up to NEP standards to guarantee client satisfaction. The purpose of this position is to transport remote equipment / studio trailers to and from events and be responsible for setting up / tearing down the trailer before and after assigned events. Additional responsibilities include assisting technicians with installation, operation, repairing, fault finding and servicing of BSI systems for all assigned events.

Our preference is for the qualified driver to be located near Hanover, MD, however we will consider a person living elsewhere in the US.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Operates company owned and leased trucks to facilitate remote operations throughout the United States, Canada and Mexico.
• Plans route to ensure most economical use of time and equipment.
• Sets up and helps to tear down the support trucks and assists with the trailer as well.
• Performs routine inspections (before, during and after transport) and performs preventative maintenance on assigned equipment.
• Arranges for preventative maintenance and repairs to be completed through local Penske facilities and advises Transportation Supervisor prior to arrangement.
• Performs all duties in compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Furnishes company representative with all required DOT documentation as required by the DOT.
• Keeps trailer stocked with necessary supplies.
• Performs a variety of maintenance and technical support on products such as equipment, integrated systems and subsystems, and software at customer and/or field locations.

Position Requirements:

• Five plus years’ over-the-road experience driving a commercial (CDL-A)
• A valid CDL Class A Driver’s License/Clean Driving Record
• Maintains a clean driving record and DOT Medical Card
• Hands-on experience with electronics (e.g. repair and installation) is preferred/Lift 50 pounds
• Must be able to drive 18 and 10 speed manual transmission trucks
• Familiarity with Department of Transportation reporting requirements.
• Ability to safely drive CDL Class A and B vehicle (automatic and manual transmissions).
• High school degree
• Ability to drive/perform heavy manual tasks under varying weather conditions.
• Ability to interact with client technical and production staff at remote events.
• Ability to work Monday – Sunday, on an as needed / on-call basis/ requires 100% travel

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Vacation Days
• Sick Days
• 401(k)
• Discount Programs
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account

Wage is $60k - 68k per year.

You might not know our name, but you’ve probably seen our work – on stage, on screen or on the field. Our technology solutions and unique Global Production Ecosystem empower content creators and rights holders to tell their stories in breakthrough ways. We’ve supported some of the world’s most watched productions and live events in sports, entertainment, concerts, festivals, film, TV and more. For 40 years our clients have trusted us to deliver live production, live events, and virtual production solutions for them, anytime, anywhere. Put simply, we bring content to life.

Why Join Us?

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