Truck Driver-Class B CDL

Herc Rentals; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage

Life and Disability Insurance

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Herc Rentals in San Jose is seeking a dedicated Truck Driver to transport, deliver and retrieve construction equipment and materials. You will operate both commercial and non-commercial vehicles and perform DOT pre/post-trip inspections, while maintaining accurate delivery documents and coordinating with dispatch.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent and at least 1 year of driving experience or a CDL, plus a valid Medical Card.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year driving experience or CDL license.
• Valid Medical Card.
• Trailer towing or Rollback experience preferred.
• Hauling experience preferred.
• Construction equipment operating experience preferred.
• Able to lift 50 lbs and perform reading/writing tasks.

Responsibilities

• Transport, deliver and retrieve construction materials and heavy equipment.
• Operate commercial and non-commercial vehicles.
• Perform DOT pre/post-trip inspections.
• Maintain delivery documents for inspection.
• Secure equipment using chaining and binding per DOT procedures.
• Maintain communication with Branch Manager/dispatch on schedules and delays.
• Prioritize safety and participate in Herc Rentals safety culture.
• Follow company procedures and build customer relationships.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

CDL or driving experience

DOT regulations knowledge

Equipment operation

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Education

H.S. Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Founded in 1965, Herc Rentals is one of the leading equipment rental suppliers in North America with 2025 total revenues reaching approximately $4.4 billion. Herc Rentals’ parent company, known as Herc Holdings Inc., listed on the New York Stock Exchange on July 1, 2016, under the symbol “HRI.” Herc Rentals serves customers through approximately 607 locations and has about 10,000 employees in North America as of June 30, 2026.

Job Purpose

The Truck Driver position is responsible for transporting, delivering, and retrieving assorted construction and heavy equipment in a professional, safe, and timely manner. An individual in this position will operate both commercial and non-commercial vehicles.

What you will do...

• Transport, deliver and retrieve various construction materials and heavy equipment
• Operate commercial and non-commercial vehicles
• Perform DOT-required pre and post-trip inspections
• Properly maintain delivery documents for inspection upon request
• Secure construction equipment and other equipment utilizing chaining, strapping, and binding under the strict accordance and established procedures of the DOT
• Maintain open communication with Branch Manager and/or central dispatch regarding delivery schedules, delays, traffic conditions, weather, etc.
• Active participant in the Herc Rentals Safety culture, always prioritizes the safety of people
• Follow all company procedures and protocols
• Build positive relationships with customers
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Requirements

• H.S. Diploma or equivalent
• 1 year of verifiable driving experience or a CDL license
• Valid Medical Card
• Trailer towing or Rollback experience preferred
• Hauling experience preferred
• Construction equipment operating experience preferred
• Be able to perform basic physical tasks such as lifting 50lbs or more, reading, typing and writing

Skills

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and maintain balance for extended periods of time
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks; stretch, turn, twist, and reach overhead; bend, crouch, squat, kneel, and stoop for extended periods of time
• Must be able to work indoors and outdoors when required of the job
• Ability to read and comprehend the standards of operating procedures, owner’s manuals and product/warning labels
• Ability to operate large, heavy machinery
• Knowledge of commercial driving skills in maneuvering at various speeds in difficult locations, heavy traffic, inclement weather, mountainous terrain or tight loading dock areas
• Knowledge and understanding of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations
• Must react to changing business needs

Pay Range:$28.00-$34.00 per hour

Please be advised that the actual salary offered for any position is subject to the company's sole discretion and may be influenced by various factors, including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, experience, location, and overall fit for the role.

Herc Rentals values its employees and provides excellent compensation and benefits packages which are not limited to the following.

Keeping you healthy

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Life and disability insurance

Flex spending and health savings accounts

Virtual Health Visits

24 Hour Nurse Line

401(k) plan with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Life & Work Harmony

Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacations, Sick Days)

Paid parental leave.

Military leave & support for those in the National Guard and Reserves

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Adoption Assistance Reimbursement Program

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Auto & Home Insurance Discounts

Protecting You & Your Family

Company Paid Life Insurance

Supplemental Life Insurance

Company Paid Disability Insurance

Supplemental Disability Insurance

Group Legal Plan

Critical Illness Insurance

Herc does not discriminate in employment based on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, political affiliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.