Class A CDL Heavy Haul Driver Construction Equipment

Job Title:

CDL Heavy Haul Driver Department:
Procurement/Warehouse

Shift: Day Shift

Location:

Statham, Georgia Date Approved:
October 2026

Remote Work Eligible:
No Description The  position of CDL Heavy Haul Driver is a regular, full-time, hourly non-exempt role responsible for safely transporting heavy construction equipment, materials, tools, and related loads in support of telecommunications construction operations. The position primarily operates a Class A commercial motor vehicle with a lowboy/low-bed trailer to transport heavy equipment between Company headquarters and job sites. This position works out of the Statham, Georgia office and reports directly to the Procurement Manager.

This position works a schedule of 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, and primarily completes daily round trips between Company headquarters and job sites throughout the state of Georgia. As operational needs require, the position may work extended hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, and may occasionally travel out of town or out of state overnight. As a condition of employment, the employee must also be able to satisfy all applicable DOT qualification requirements, including English language proficiency requirements.

Responsibilities Heavy Haul Transportation & Equipment Operation:

Safely operate Class A commercial motor vehicles and lowboy/low-bed trailers to transport heavy construction equipment to and from construction job sites and Company headquarters.

Load, position and unload construction equipment in accordance with manufacturer guidance, Company procedures & applicable safety requirements.

Transport materials, tools, attachments and other equipment between Company facilities, vendors, yards & job sites.

Select, inspect and properly use chains, binders, straps, blocking & other securement devices appropriate for each load.

Secure, inspect and recheck loads to prevent shifting & maintain compliance with applicable cargo-securement requirements throughout transport.

Plan routes and evaluate access, clearance, weight & site conditions before transport. Coordinate delivery and pickup timing with construction personnel.

Safely maneuver, back, couple and uncouple tractor-trailer combinations in yards, congested job sites, metropolitan traffic & other restricted areas.

Demonstrated knowledge of oversize-load permitting processes and applicable requirements for transporting permitted equipment.

Vehicle, Trailer & Trip Readiness:

Perform thorough pre-trip, en route, and post-trip inspections of the tractor, trailer, secured equipment, and load. Promptly report defects or maintenance needs.

Prior to operating vehicles, verify that transported equipment and combined vehicle loads are within legal and equipment-specific weight & dimensional limits.

Maintain the truck, trailer, cab and securement equipment in a clean, orderly & serviceable condition.

Complete required daily driving, inspection, delivery, fuel, and other transportation records accurately and on time.

Assist with safe material handling, equipment staging, and site logistics as needed when not actively driving.

Safety & Compliance:

Comply with all applicable DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, state and local traffic, cargo-securement, hours-of-service and Company safety requirements.

Maintain a valid medical certification, required driving records, permits, shipping documents, and other documentation applicable to assigned trips and loads.

Participate in required safety meetings, job hazard analyses and site-specific orientations.

Recognize and report unsafe road, weather, equipment, loading, unloading, and job-site conditions. Exercise sound judgement and stop work when transport cannot be completed safely.

Represent the Company professionally while on the road, at vendor locations and at customer & construction job sites.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements Formal Education & Certification:

High school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (G.E.D.) required.

Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with an acceptable driving record and no restriction that would prevent operation of assigned vehicles or equipment.

Current DOT medical certification and ability to meet all applicable driver-qualification requirements.

Ability to satisfy applicable DOT English language proficiency requirements as a condition of employment.

Knowledge &

Experience:

Minimum of three to five years of direct experience transporting heavy construction equipment using a Class A tractor and…