CDL Driver/Rigger - Charlotte, NC

About the role

CDL Drivers must be able to safely drive tractor and trailer rigs under DOT regulations to transport equipment and crews to job sites. 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.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections daily.
• Operate tractor-trailer rigs (flatbed, SD, RGN, dry van) under DOT regulations to transport equipment and crews to job sites.
• Maintain electronic logs.
• Safely handle, secure, tarp, tie‑down, load and unload equipment.
• Adhere to safety requirements while hauling loads.
• Operate industrial equipment and forklifts.
• Signal or verbally direct workers during hoisting and moving loads to ensure safety.
• Control movement of heavy equipment through narrow or confined spaces.
• Complete required paperwork and housekeeping duties daily.
• Test rigging for safety and reliability; attach loads to rigging using hand and power tools.
• Select appropriate rigging gear (cables, pulleys, winches) based on load characteristics.
• Use multi‑point suspension techniques to tilt, dip, and turn suspended loads around obstacles.
• Install ground rigging for yarding lines, attaching chokers to logs and lines.
• Align, level, and anchor machinery.
• Fabricate, set up, and repair rigging, supporting structures, hoists, and pulling gear using hand and power tools.
• Manipulate rigging lines, hoists, and pulling gear to move or support materials.
• Attach pulleys and blocks to fixed overhead structures using bolts and clamps.
• Dismantle and store rigging equipment after use.
• Operate and control machines and processes via control mechanisms or direct physical activity (excluding computers/vehicles).
• Work collaboratively and independently, demonstrating creativity, flexibility, and professionalism.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Class A CDL with air brakes, combo endorsements, and TWIC card.
• 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.

Skills

• 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

• Perform general physical activities requiring considerable use of arms and legs, moving the whole body (climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, handling materials up to 50 lb).
• Maintain top‑of‑mind awareness for safety of self and others at the job site.
• Ability to work in a high‑functioning team environment.
• Display the highest levels of honesty, integrity, and professionalism