CDL/Rigger
Tampa, Hillsborough County, Florida, 33646, USA
Listed on 2026-10-05
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Transportation
Truck Driver, CDL, Transportation & Logistics, Delivery
SimsHD is looking for experienced CDL Drivers who want to be part of a professional heavy-haul and machinery moving team — not just someone who wants to drive from Point A to Point
B.
Our work requires precision, teamwork, and pride in execution.
The right candidate understands that moving oversized and industrial equipment safely requires both driving skill and jobsite capability.
This role is ideal for drivers who enjoy being part of the entire operation —
transporting, rigging, and delivering complex projects safely and professionally.
- Operate tractor-trailers with manual transmissions for short daily trips within local routes
- Rig and secure freight on flatbed, refrigerated trailers, tanker trucks, dump trucks, roll-off trucks, and other freight carriers
- Load and unload cargo efficiently using forklifts or other lifting equipment as needed
- Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations
- Safely drive route deliveries, adhering to all traffic laws and safety protocols
- Assist in the setup and dismantling of rigging equipment for freight handling
- Maintain accurate delivery logs, inspection reports, and load documentation
- Active and in good standing CDL
- Proven truck driving experience with a focus on commercial driving and route delivery
- Familiarity with operating manual transmission trucks and various trailer types including refrigerated, flatbed, tanker, dump truck, and roll-off trucks
- Prior experience in load securing, freight handling, or rigging operations preferred
- Ability to operate forklifts or similar lifting machinery safely (certification is a plus)
- Strong understanding of safety regulations related to trucking and freight handling
- Delivery driver experience involving freight load & unload procedures highly desirable
This role is perfect for motivated individuals eager to combine their rigging expertise with (CDL) professional truck driving within a supportive team environment.
What You’ll DoAs a CDL Driver / Rigger , you will support both the transportation and field execution of specialized equipment moves.
Responsibilities include:
- Safely operate CDL-licensed heavy haul trucks
- Transport oversized or specialized loads on local and regional routes
- Secure loads using chains, binders, straps, and rigging equipment
- Assist with rigging, machinery moving, and equipment placement
- Participate in jobsite planning and safety meetings
- Work alongside rigging crews, operators, and project leads
- Inspect and maintain trucks, trailers, and equipment
- Follow all DOT, safety, and company operating standards
Most work is local or short-distance , and overnight travel is rare .
This is a hands‑on operational role , not a “drop‑and-go” driving position.
Minimum Requirements (Please Read Before Applying)Applicants must have:
- Valid CDL License- Applications without CDL heavy haul experience will not be considered.
- Experience hauling heavy equipment or oversized loads
- Strong knowledge of load securement practices
- Ability and willingness to work on active jobsites
- Physical ability to assist with rigging and equipment setup
- Strong safety mindset and professional work ethic
Candidates who are only interested in driving and not participating in jobsite work will not be a good fit for this role.
Preferred ExperienceThe strongest candidates will also have experience with:
- Lowboy, step deck, or specialized trailers
- Industrial machinery moving or rigging
- Crane signaling or rigging certifications
- Construction or industrial job-site environments
- RGN experience is a HUGE PLUS!
- Take ownership of their work
- Communicate clearly with their crew
- Understand that safety is non-negotiable
- Show up prepared and dependable
- Take pride in doing difficult work the right…
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