Truck Driver

Upchurch; Horn Lake (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holiday pay

Opportunities for professional develop

Job summary

Upchurch is hiring a full-time CDL driver based in Horn Lake, MS to support local and regional deliveries for our building services team. You will operate Class A or B tractors, secure loads per FMCSA, and coordinate with dispatch and site personnel to ensure on-time arrivals.

We offer a route-focused schedule, overtime as needed, and benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, PTO, and development assistance.

Qualifications

• Valid CDL A or B, current DOT medical card, and insurable MVR.
• 1+ year commercial driving experience.
• Strong knowledge of load securement for flatbed/stake bed; safely use chains/straps/binders.
• Able to lift 75 lbs, climb, work outdoors, and navigate active construction sites.
• Reliable, punctual, professional communication with team and customers.
• Must pass background check & drug screen; complete I-9 verification.

Responsibilities

• Operate CDL vehicle for local and regional runs.
• Load securement per FMCSA; protect loads.
• Use forklift/telehandler or jobsite equipment to load/unload; coordinate with rigging/crane as needed.
• Perform pre/post-trip inspections; maintain ELD/HOS and delivery paperwork.
• Keep truck/trailer clean and road-worthy; report maintenance needs.
• Coordinate ETA, site access, and staging with Dispatch, Foremen, and PMs; follow site safety rules and PPE.
• Assist warehouse with material staging, returns, and occasional will-call pickups.

Skills

CDL A or B

DOT medical card

insurable MVR

1+ year commercial driving experience

load securement knowledge

lift 75 lbs

outdoor construction site work

reliable communication

background check & drug screen

I-9 verification

Job description

Company Overview

Upchurch is a rapidly growing, full-service building engineering company providing mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical services across the southeastern United States. Founded in 1970 and headquartered in Horn Lake, MS, Upchurch has grown through both organic expansion and strategic acquisitions, establishing a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and service excellence. We offer end-to-end solutions—from design and installation to ongoing maintenance and emergency support—helping clients maximize building performance, energy efficiency, and equipment lifespan.

What you’ll do

• Drive & deliver: Operate CDL vehicle (Class A flatbed/tractor-trailer/lowboy or Class B stake bed/box/dump) for local and regional runs.

• Load securement: Strap/chain/binder per FMCSA; protect loads (pipe, steel, equipment, HVAC units, fixtures).

• Equipment handling: Use forklift/telehandler or jobsite equipment to assist with loading/unloading; coordinate with rigging/crane as needed.

• Inspections & logs: Perform pre/post-trip inspections, document defects, keep ELD/HOS compliant, maintain BOLs and delivery paperwork.

• Care of equipment: Keep truck/trailer clean and road-worthy; report maintenance needs promptly.

• Jobsite coordination: Communicate ETA, site access, and staging with Dispatch, Foremen, and PMs; follow site safety rules and PPE.

• General support: Help warehouse with material staging, returns, and occasional will-call pickups.

What you’ll bring

Minimum

• Valid CDL A or B, current DOT medical card, and insurable MVR.

• 1+ year commercial driving experience (school + supervised experience considered).

• Strong knowledge of load securement for flatbed/stake bed; able to safely use chains/straps/binders, tarps.

• Able to lift 75 lbs, climb, work outdoors, and navigate active construction sites.

• Reliable, punctual, professional communication with team and customers.

• Must pass background check & drug screen; complete I-9 verification.

Preferred

• Flatbed/lowboy experience; construction deliveries.

• Forklift certification (or ability to obtain quickly).

• Rigging/signalperson familiarity; OSHA-10 within 30 days.

• Helpful endorsements: Tanker and/or HazMat (not required).

• Experience delivering pipe, mechanical equipment, and large HVAC units.

Schedule & travel

• Full-time; day shift with overtime as needed. Most routes are local/regional with occasional early starts or late returns. Rare overnights.

Success looks like

• On-time deliveries with zero incidents.

• Flawless paperwork/compliance (ELD/HOS, BOLs, inspections).

• Well-maintained truck/trailer and positive feedback from field teams.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience.

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Paid time off and holiday pay.

• Opportunities for professional development and certification assistance.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Upchurch Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.