CDL Driver

CDL Drivers

CDL Drivers must be able to safely drive tractor and trailer rigs under DOT regulations to transport equipment and crews to job sites. May also be involved with rigging or crating work. This role requires safe handling and securement of loads while loading and unloading of equipment. Must remain positive, flexible, and professional and can work collaboratively and independently to achieve stated goals and ensure regulatory compliance.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Conduct pre-trip and post-trip on a daily basis.

Experience working with flatbed, SD, RGN and dry van trailers.

Drive safely and under DOT regulations tractor & trailer rigs to transport equipment to job sites.

Electronic logging.

Requires safe handling of loads, securing loads, tarping, tie-down, loading and unloading equipment.

Adhere to safety requirements when hauling loads.

Basic knowledge of industrial equipment and forklift operation

Signal or verbally direct workers engaged in hoisting and moving loads, in order to ensure safety of workers and materials

Control movement of heavy equipment through narrow openings or confined spaces

Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles.

Ability to work well in a team environment.

A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required.

Daily completion of required paperwork

Complete housekeeping duties in assigned area or project area daily and/or when required

Perform other job responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (Experience, Skills, and Education):

HS diploma or equivalent

Possess valid Class A CDL with Air breaks and combo endorsements

Minimum two (2) years proven driving experience at CDL level

Minimum three (3) years proven experience or comparable field preferably within the construction service industry.

Basic knowledge of operating equipment (Forklifts, man lifts, mobile platform lifts, etc.)

Experienced knowledge of load securement and safe hauling practices

Ability to use precision measuring tools and equipment; hand, power and pneumatic tools.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Performing General Physical Activities Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials up to 50 pounds.

Additional Requirements:

Work with a Top-of-Mind Awareness for the safety of yourself and everyone at the job site. Must be able to work in a high functioning team environment. Display the highest levels of honesty, integrity, and professionalism. Take pride in your work and in the company. Communicate openly and strive for peak performance in daily tasks. Know and deliver the quality service MEI's customers have come to expect.

MEI is an Equal Opportunity, M/F/Disabled/Vet Preferred Employer.