Class A CDL, Non-Crane Certified Driver - San Diego

Class A CDL, Non-Crane Certified Driver - San Diego

Join National Trench Safety as a Class A CDL Driver, Non-Crane Certified, based in San Diego. You will be responsible for delivering and picking up trench‑related shoring to and from customer job sites safely, timely, and efficiently while adhering to DOT, FMCSR, and company safety policies.

Base pay range: $27.00/hr – $30.00/hr

• Operate company vehicles in a safe, efficient, and professional manner.
• Comply with all DOT regulations related to safe operation of your vehicle, including:
• Vehicle inspections at the beginning and end of each shift; reporting any identified vehicle issues.
• Keep accurate electronic driver HOS logs.
• Maintain current driver credentials as required.
• Comply with pre‑employment, routine, and random drug and alcohol testing requests.
• Secure loads strictly in compliance with DOT and company policies.
• Report all accidents involving the driver or equipment to branch management.
• Deliver and pick up shoring and plates to and from job sites, multiple loads per day.
• Occasionally load and unload your truck and trailer on the customer’s job site.
• Occasionally assemble and disassemble shoring on job sites.
• Ensure all delivery documents are properly maintained and turned in as required.
• Apply driving skills in maneuvering at various speeds in difficult locations, heavy traffic, inclement weather, mountainous terrain, or tight loading‑dock operational areas.
• Maintain open communication with branch for delivery schedules and promptly report problems related to deliveries.
• Adhere to all customers’ safety requirements while at customer job sites.
• May assist with yard operations, clean and prepare areas to eliminate possible hazards, and other responsibilities as assigned.
• May provide training assistance to customers by answering general questions regarding the safe operations of shoring equipment.
• Record and report to branch management, Inside Sales rep, and customer any damage to NTS rental equipment identified during the pickup process.
• Be available for customers’ needs, including occasional after‑hours emergencies, as needed by the branch from time to time.
• Keep the vehicle clean and up‑to‑date on maintenance.

• Ability to secure loads safely.
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written, to enhance relationships with customers.
• A positive attitude; occasionally requires lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Quick learner, attention to detail and the ability to accept directions and coaching.

• A minimum of 2 years of direct experience driving vehicles that require a Class A Commercial Driver’s License is preferred.
• Current Class A Commercial Driver’s License issued from the State Department of Motor Vehicles.
• Valid Medical Examiner’s Certificate in accordance with FMCSR 49 CFR 391.41‑391.49.
• Ability to obtain forklift certification as required.

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision plans.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match and immediate vesting.
• Team Ownership Program (TOP) granting an annual stock award to every active full‑time employee.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
• Basic and voluntary life and disability insurance.
• Paid Time Off that is either awarded or begins to accrue on the first pay period.
• 8 paid holidays.
• Birthday and Work Anniversary holidays after one year of service.
• Incentive bonus plans.
• Educational assistance.

National Trench Safety specializes in the rental and sale of excavation safety products. NTS is proud of its reputation for supplying the highest quality trench, safety equipment, and rental fleet while providing an unparalleled level of service. We equip job sites with everything from a barricade to a complete site‑specific trench shoring plan and the equipment required to execute the plan.

NTS is an equal‑opportunity employer M/F/D/V. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

Entry level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing;
Industry: Construction

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