Class A CDL Driver - S. Lafayette, IN

A Class A CDL Driver is responsible for safely loading, securing, delivering, and unloading heavy equipment to the customer’s job site in a safe manner in compliance with local, state and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations. Rental equipment will be picked up, loaded, and secured for return to the branch. The Class A CDL Driver will be driving a truck and/or tractor-semi trailer (flatbed) combination vehicle in excess of 26,001 pounds.

Class A CDL Driver Key Responsibilities:

• Route Planning & Load Management: Strategically plan delivery routes considering load weight, dimensions, road conditions, and construction factors. Secure equipment loads effectively to prevent shifting during transit.
• Documentation & Compliance: Verify and maintain accurate bill of lading (BOL) and shipping documentation for each delivery. Secure necessary weight, oversized permits, and clearances prior to transport.
• Vehicle Inspection: Conduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections of tractor, trailer, and securements. Ensure vehicles are safe for travel and report any maintenance or repair needs promptly.
• Weight Distribution: Properly distribute weight based on trailer size and axle count to ensure safe and compliant transport.
• Safety & Reporting: Adhere to safety protocols, including ensuring load heights meet interstate bridge clearances and flagging and placarding vehicles appropriately. Report equipment or vehicle issues immediately to branch management.
• Electronic Logging & Paperwork: Utilize Electronic Logging Device (ELD) for accurate tracking and ensure all necessary paperwork is completed and maintained daily.
• Customer Interaction: Provide basic equipment usage training to customers as required.
• Additional Duties: Perform other tasks and responsibilities as assigned by management.

Class A CDL Qualifications:

• Education: High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Age & Experience: Minimum age of 21 with at least one year of combination tractor-trailer flatbed experience.
• Certifications: Valid Class A CDL from resident state and DOT medical certificate required.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with FMCSA Hours of Service regulations and ability to operate an ELD.
• Driving Record: Clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) and Commercial Driver’s License Information System (CDLIS) showing no disqualifying traffic convictions as defined by FMCSA.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to travel daily to customer job sites and handle physical demands of the job.

At H&E your talents are valued, your safety is paramount, and your opportunities for growth are limitless. We understand the importance of true grit and dedication, and we're committed to fostering an environment where these qualities can thrive. We offer competitive wages, excellent benefits, paid holidays, paid time off and a 401K retirement savings plan with company match.

Culture and Values:

H&E Equipment Services is one of the largest and fastest-growing rental companies in the United States. With over $1 billion in total revenue and more than 100 locations nationwide, H&E was voted one of the best places to work and one of America's 100 Most Trustworthy Companies according to Forbes. We are the preferred supplier of rental equipment for construction, earthmoving, compaction, paving, and material handling.

Our team members make us a leader in equipment rental industry. Their hard work and dedication create our success, and each and every employee contributes to reaching our goals and growing the business. We know how valuable good people are, which is why we invest in our workforce through training and development, and offer competitive pay, great benefits, and a friendly environment. We are looking for team players with true grit and determination that will get up every morning, striving to achieve the higher standard in all they do.

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