Truck Driver - Class C

Herc Rentals; Galt (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage

401(k) plan with company match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Herc Rentals is seeking a Truck Driver to transport, deliver, and retrieve construction equipment across branches. You will operate both commercial and non-commercial vehicles, perform DOT inspections, and maintain delivery documents accurately.

Safety, customer service, and clear communication with dispatch are essential in this role. Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent and either 1 year driving experience or a valid CDL, plus a valid DOT medical card.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year of verifiable driving experience, or a valid CDL.
• Valid DOT medical card.
• Trailer towing or rollback experience preferred.
• Hauling experience preferred.
• Construction equipment operating experience preferred.

Responsibilities

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

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 role 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-trip and post-trip inspections
• Properly maintain delivery documents for inspection upon request
• Secure construction equipment and other loads using chaining, strapping, and binding in strict accordance with established DOT procedures
• Maintain open communication with the Branch Manager and/or central dispatch regarding delivery schedules, delays, traffic conditions, weather, and other factors
• Actively participate in the Herc Rentals safety culture, always prioritizing the safety of people
• Follow all company procedures and protocols
• Build positive relationships with customers
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 1 year of verifiable driving experience, or a valid CDL
• Valid DOT medical card
• Trailer towing or rollback experience preferred
• Hauling experience preferred
• Construction equipment operating experience preferred

Skills

• Ability to operate large, heavy machinery
• Commercial driving skills for maneuvering at various speeds in difficult conditions, including heavy traffic, inclement weather, mountainous terrain, and tight loading dock areas
• Knowledge and understanding of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations
• Ability to read and comprehend standard operating procedures, owner's manuals, and product/warning labels
• Customer service focused, with the ability to build strong customer relationships
• Ability to react to changing business needs
• Ability to read, type, and write as needed to complete documentation
• Ability to safely lift 50 pounds or more frequently
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors as required
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and maintain balance for extended periods
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks, including stretching, turning, twisting, and reaching overhead
• Ability to bend, crouch, squat, kneel, and stoop for extended periods

Pay Range:$24.00 to $28.00 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.