Tractor Trailer Driver

Thompson Marine; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Tractor is seeking a Truck Driver in Huntsville, AL to transport parts, components, and equipment to customer, vendor, and company locations. You will operate trucks and related machinery, ensuring safe and efficient deliveries with a focus on customer service and problem solving.

Candidates should have a CDL Class A, a high school diploma, strong mechanical aptitude, and good communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and safe driving record.
• Experience hauling equipment and operating machinery preferred.
• Basic computer skills and ability to type.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to basic safe machine operation and inspection rules.
• Conduct and document daily vehicle inspections.
• Maintain truck and driving log according to DOT regulations.
• Follow DOT and company safety regulations and procedures.
• Ensure preventive maintenance on truck is performed as required.
• Load, unload, and properly secure truck cargo.
• Maintain proper documentation for cargo, including MSDS for hazardous materials.
• Follow 5-Star Contamination Control procedures.
• Keep the truck clean, neat, and orderly.
• Keep accurate records of all work performed.
• Operate equipment safe and efficient for customer and company needs.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Safety mindset

Customer service

Verbal communication

Written communication

Basic computing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Category: Transportation and Logistics

Requisition Number: TRACT006424

Posted: July 20, 2026

Job Type: Full-Time

Locations

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Overview

The Tractor Trailer Driver is responsible for transporting parts, components, and equipment to and from customer, vendor, and company locations and job sites. Truck Drivers must operate independently under limited supervision, handling a variety of machinery including earthmoving equipment, diesel engines, electric generators, lift trucks, palletized loads, hydraulic cylinders, and more. Drivers are expected to safely operate all equipment, use a lift truck for cargo handling, demonstrate initiative, teamwork, customer service enthusiasm, and a commitment to efficient problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to basic safe machine operation and inspection rules.
• Conduct and document daily vehicle inspections.
• Maintain truck and driving log according to DOT regulations.
• Follow DOT and company safety regulations and procedures.
• Ensure preventive maintenance on truck is performed as required.
• Load, unload, and properly secure truck cargo.
• Maintain proper documentation for cargo, including MSDS for hazardous materials.
• Follow 5‑Star Contamination Control procedures.
• Keep the truck clean, neat, and orderly.
• Keep accurate records of all work performed.
• Operate equipment safe and efficient for customer and company needs.

Job Requirements

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience:

• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Prior experience hauling equipment and operating machinery is preferred.
• Basic computer and typing skills required.

Skills and Competencies:

• Written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic computing skills.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Advanced customer service skills.
• Advanced verbal communication skills.

Certifications:

• Driver's License – Personal.
• CDL Class A.
• Medical Card.
• OSHA and MSHA required training.
• Compliance training.

Working Conditions

Work is normally performed in a customer, vendor, or company shop or on customer job sites. The role involves exposure to physical risk, all weather conditions, and extended driving periods.

Physical Requirements

• Writing, typing, reaching, kneeling, operating equipment, grasping, stooping, lifting up to 75 lbs, climbing ladders and equipment, crawling under equipment, driving day and night, tripping, slipping, falling, strains from lifting, driving‑related hazards, equipment movement, stress and fatigue, back and neck strain, injury from lifting, moving machinery, strains and sprains, cold stress.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Thompson Tractor is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.