CDL Driver Oilfield Surface Rental Equipment

Benefits:

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

401(k)

401(k) matching

Company parties

Dental insurance

Job Title: CDL Driver Department: Operations Reports To: Operations Manager / Logistics Supervisor FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Position Summary

The CDL Driver is responsible for the safe, timely, and professional transportation of rental equipment to and from customer locations throughout the oilfield and construction industries. This position operates commercial vehicles and trailers to haul telehandlers, aerial work platforms (manlifts), light towers, generators, and other construction and surface rental equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Safely transport rental equipment to and from customer locations.

Load, secure, transport, and unload equipment using proper tie-down procedures and DOT cargo securement standards.

Operate commercial trucks, flatbeds, step decks, lowboys, and trailers as assigned.

Perform pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip inspections in accordance with DOT regulations.

Complete daily driver vehicle inspection reports (DVIRs), trip documentation, mileage logs, and delivery paperwork.

Verify equipment condition before loading and upon delivery or pickup.

Communicate delivery schedules and route updates with dispatch and operations.

Maintain cleanliness and appearance of company trucks and trailers.

Follow all company safety policies, customer site requirements, and DOT regulations.

Report accidents, traffic violations, equipment damage, or safety concerns immediately.

Assist with yard organization, equipment staging, loading, and general operations during downtime.

Perform minor maintenance and basic inspections on trucks, trailers, and transported equipment.

Operate forklifts, telehandlers, and other loading equipment when qualified.

Equipment Hauled

Drivers will routinely transport:

Telehandlers

Boom lifts

Light towers

Portable generators

Skid steers

Mini excavators

Other construction and oilfield support equipment

Required Qualifications

Valid Class A CDL with current Medical Examiner’s Certificate.

Clean driving record with the ability to meet company insurance requirements.

Minimum of 2 years of commercial driving experience.

Experience hauling heavy equipment or construction equipment preferred.

Knowledge of DOT regulations, Hours of Service, and cargo securement requirements.

Ability to safely load and unload equipment using ramps and trailers.

Ability to pass DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in the oilfield or equipment rental industry.

Experience operating telehandlers, forklifts, aerial lifts, and construction equipment.

OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.

NCCCO or other equipment certifications are a plus.

TWIC card (preferred if applicable to customer locations).

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Strong commitment to safety.

Excellent customer service and communication skills.

Ability to plan routes and manage delivery schedules efficiently.

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Strong attention to detail when inspecting equipment and completing documentation.

Dependable with excellent attendance and punctuality.

Physical Requirements

Frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

Climb on and off trailers and equipment multiple times daily.

Bend, kneel, crouch, and secure heavy chains, binders, and straps.

Work outdoors in extreme heat, cold, wind, rain, and dusty conditions.

Ability to stand, walk, and perform physical labor throughout the workday.

Work Environment

Outdoor work at customer locations, rental yards, and industrial job sites.

Frequent travel throughout regional operating areas.

Exposure to heavy equipment, moving vehicles, uneven terrain, and changing weather conditions.

Overtime, weekends, and occasional after-hours deliveries may be required to support customer operations.