Truck Driver - Heavy Equipment Hauler

Quanta Services, Inc.; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 54,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

NorthStar Energy Solutions, LLC is hiring a Heavy Haul Driver to safely transport heavy equipment and oversized loads to and from job sites, yards, vendors, and project locations. The role supports field operations by ensuring timely delivery, proper load securement, and compliance with DOT regulations and company policies.

Responsibilities include operating various trailers, planning routes for overweight loads, maintaining accurate logs, and coordinating with dispatch and managers.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL with clean driving record.
• Minimum 3 years of tractor-trailer experience; heavy haul/ Equipment transport preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate heavy haul trucks, lowboys, and related trailers.
• Transport heavy construction and utility equipment to and from job sites.
• Load, secure, and verify loads per DOT and company standards.
• Perform pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip inspections.
• Maintain logs, permits, and delivery documentation accurately.
• Communicate with dispatch and site personnel about pickup and delivery status.

Skills

CDL Class A

Safe driving

DOT regulations knowledge

Load securement

Pre-trip inspections

Communication with dispatch

Job description

About Us

NorthStar Energy Solutions, a Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE:PWR) company, is headquartered in Grand Prairie, TX and operates across the Central Southwest part of the United States. We are leaders specializing in transmission lines, distribution lines, substation construction, foundations, storm damage repairs, and electrical contracting.

Joining our team means being part of an organization that values drive and inclusion. We focus on career development and reward excellence, recognizing each team member's unique contributions. We're at the forefront of powering modern life. Discover how your skills and dedication can make a real difference to us.

About this Role

NorthStar Energy Solutions, LLC. is hiring! The Heavy Haul Driver is responsible for safely transporting heavy equipment, oversized loads, construction materials, and utility construction assets to and from job sites, yards, vendors, and project locations. The role supports field operations by ensuring equipment is delivered on time, properly secured, and in compliance with company policies, DOT regulations, permit requirements, and all applicable federal, state, and local transportation laws.

What You'll Do

• Safely operate heavy haul trucks, lowboys, flatbeds, step decks, RGN trailers, andother tractor-trailer combinations as assigned.
• Transport heavy construction and utility equipment such as excavators, dozers, backhoes, trenchers, digger derricks, bucket trucks, cable pullers, reel trailers, cranes, skid steers, loaders, and other specialized assets.
• Load, unload, chain, bind, flag, and secure equipment and materials in accordancewith company standards, DOT regulations, and proper load securement practices.
• Perform pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip inspections of trucks, trailers, equipment,load securement, tires, lights, brakes, hydraulics, and safety equipment.
• Verify load weights, dimensions, route restrictions, permits, escort requirements,and delivery instructions before transport.
• Plan and follow safe routes for oversized or overweight loads, including awarenessof bridge limits, height clearances, road restrictions, traffic conditions, and weatherimpacts.
• Maintain accurate driver logs, inspection reports, fuel records, bills of lading,delivery tickets, permits, and other required transportation documentation.
• Communicate professionally with dispatch, fleet leadership, project managers,foremen, mechanics, vendors, and job site personnel regarding pickup and deliverystatus.
• Report equipment defects, safety concerns, incidents, delays, route issues, ormaintenance needs immediately to the appropriate supervisor.
• Assist with basic equipment movement, yard organization, trailer staging, andgeneral fleet support duties as needed.
• Follow all company safety rules, customer site requirements, OSHA expectations,and utility construction worksite procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional truck and trailer while representingthe company in a safe and courteous manner.

What You'll Bring

Required Qualifications

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with a clean and acceptabledriving record.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience operating commercial tractor-trailers; heavy haul or equipment transport experience strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations, hours-of-service rules, vehicle inspectionrequirements, and load securement standards.
• Experience loading, unloading, chaining, binding, and transporting heavyequipment safely.
• Ability to read and understand permits, route plans, maps, GPS instructions,delivery paperwork, and basic equipment information.
• Ability to safely operate manual and automatic transmission trucks as required bythe fleet.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment and random drug and alcohol testing inaccordance with DOT and company requirements.
• Must be able to work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, overnight travel, and overtime as project needs require.
• Strong attention to detail, safety awareness, communication skills, and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in utility construction, electrical transmission, distribution, gas,telecom, substation, foundation, or civil construction environments.
• Experience operating lowboy, RGN, extendable, multi-axle, pole, reel, flatbed, stepdeck, or specialized utility trailers.
• Experience hauling oversized or overweight loads and working with route permitsand escort requirements.
• Familiarity with construction equipment operation sufficient to load and unloadequipment safely.
• Tank, doubles/triples, or hazmat endorsements, if required by company operations.
• Basic mechanical knowledge and ability to identify maintenance issues before theybecome safety or reliability concerns.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit and drive for extended periods while maintaining focus and safe vehiclecontrol.
• Ability to climb on and off trucks, trailers, and equipment using three points ofcontact.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, reach, twist, pull, and perform repetitive movements during inspections and load securement.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds as needed, including chains,binders, straps, tools, and safety equipment.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain,wind, mud, and uneven terrain.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including hard hat, safetyglasses, gloves, high-visibility clothing, steel-toe boots, and other job-specific PPE.

What You'll Get

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.