CDL Driver

Job Title: CDL Driver / Erosion Control Crew Leader

Job Description

As a CDL Driver / Erosion Control Crew Leader, you transport crews, equipment, and materials to project sites and actively work in the field while leading an erosion-control crew. You ensure safe vehicle operation, high-quality installation of erosion and sediment-control measures, and efficient, professional completion of projects across commercial, municipal, roadway, infrastructure, and construction sites.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate Class A or Class B commercial vehicles to transport employees, equipment, materials, and supplies to job sites.
• Lead and work alongside erosion-control crews on commercial, municipal, roadway, infrastructure, and construction projects.
• Install and maintain erosion and sediment-control best management practices (BMPs), including silt fence, wattles and sediment logs, erosion-control blankets, inlet protection, rock checks, mulch and sediment-control products, stabilized construction entrances, and other erosion-control devices as required.
• Operate tractors, skid steers, loaders, dump trucks, and other field equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Safely load, unload, transport, and handle equipment and materials to prevent damage and ensure jobsite safety.
• Read and follow project plans, specifications, work orders, and installation requirements to complete work accurately.
• Ensure erosion-control devices are installed professionally and in accordance with project specifications and standards.
• Inspect completed work and identify any items requiring correction before leaving the site.
• Keep crews productive while maintaining high quality standards and assist with required job paperwork and documentation.
• Maintain awareness of materials used and ensure company tools, equipment, and materials are properly used, maintained, and cared for.
• Minimize unnecessary material waste by planning work efficiently and using resources responsibly.
• Identify equipment problems and communicate needed repairs promptly to the appropriate personnel.
• Maintain a safe jobsite and ensure required personal protective equipment (PPE) is worn by all crew members.
• Communicate professionally with customers, contractors, inspectors, supervisors, and coworkers to support smooth project execution.
• Perform additional field and operational duties as needed to support project and company goals.

Essential Skills

• Valid Class A or Class B Commercial Drivers License (CDL).
• Relevant CDL driving experience with commercial vehicles.
• Experience operating tractors, skid steers, loaders, dump trucks, or similar heavy equipment.
• Valid drivers license and reliable transportation to and from work.
• Ability to safely perform physically demanding outdoor work in varying conditions.
• Ability to lift and carry up to approximately 50 pounds.
• Ability to work extended hours when project schedules require it.
• Ability to periodically travel overnight for several days for project work.
• Strong attention to detail in following plans, specifications, and installation requirements.
• Dependable attendance and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to take responsibility for a crew, equipment, materials, and assigned work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with both field and office personnel.
• Ability to pass required pre-employment drug screening and
• Proficiency in safely operating Class A or Class B CDL vehicles, including manual transmission, air brake systems, and tanker configurations where applicable.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience installing and maintaining erosion and sediment-control BMPs such as silt fence, wattles, erosion-control blankets, inlet protection, rock checks, mulch products, and stabilized construction entrances.
• Experience working on construction, roadway, municipal, infrastructure, or similar outdoor project sites.
• Comfort operating tractor-trailers and heavy equipment in a variety of field conditions.
• Ability to complete basic job paperwork and documentation accurately.
• Strong organizational skills to manage materials, tools, and equipment efficiently.
• Professional communication skills for interacting with customers, contractors, inspectors, supervisors, and coworkers.
• Interest in earning additional certifications related to erosion control, equipment operation, or CDL driving.
• Motivation to grow into crew leadership and higher-level positions over time.

Why Work Here?

You join a company that invests in your growth through hands-on training, equipment training, and access to a structured CDL Truck Driver Training Program. You have opportunities to learn new skills, earn additional certifications, and take on more responsibility, with clear paths to advancement into leadership and higher-level roles. The organization supports your well-being with paid holidays, paid vacation, health, dental, vision, and life & AD&D insurance, as well as a 401(k) plan with a company match and potential annual bonuses. On qualifying projects, you may also benefit from prevailing wage opportunities, creating strong earning potential alongside long-term career development.

Work Environment

This role is primarily outdoors and field-based, working on job sites around the Kansas City metro area. You operate heavy equipment such as tractors, skid steers, loaders, dump trucks, and tractor-trailers while installing erosion-control measures on construction, roadway, municipal, and infrastructure projects. The work takes place in changing weather conditions, including heat, wind, cold, mud, and other challenging environments, and the work can be physically demanding and dirty. The typical schedule is Monday through Friday with a 7:00 a.m. start time and work continuing until projects are finished, with occasional evening and weekend work and periodic overnight travel for several days when required. Safety is a core focus, with required PPE and attention to maintaining clean, organized, and secure jobsites.

This is a Permanent position based out of Olathe, KS.

The pay range for this position is $52000.00 - $62400.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

· Potential annual bonuses · Paid holidays · Paid vacation · Health insurance · Dental insurance · Vision insurance · Life & AD&D insurance · 401(k) with 3% company match

This is a Permanent position based out of Olathe, KS.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 26, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Olathe,KS.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.