Class A CDL, Non-Crane Certified Driver - Lake Charles

About the Role

A Class A CDL Driver, Non-Crane Certified, is responsible for safely and efficiently delivering and picking up trench-related shoring to and from customer job sites. This is a safety-sensitive position requiring strict adherence to DOT, FMCSR, and National Trench Safety policies, including compliance with drug and alcohol regulations.

Responsibilities

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

Requirements

• A minimum of two 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 by 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.

Skills

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