CDL Class A Heavy Haul Truck Driver
Company: Cal Lowbed Service
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: Competitive hourly wage (Based on experience)
Location: Local & Regional routes
Job Summary
Cal Lowbed Service is seeking an experienced, safety-first CDL Class A Heavy Haul Driver to join our premier fleet. In this role, you will safely transport oversized, overweight, and highly valuable cargo, including heavy construction equipment, industrial machinery, and infrastructure components.
The ideal candidate has extensive hands-on experience with multi-axle configurations, lowboys, and RGN trailers, alongside an impeccable safety record. If you are a precision driver who thrives on managing complex, high-stakes hauls, we want you on our team.
Compensation & Benefits
- Pay Rate: Competitive hourly wage tailored to your experience.
- Route Type: Local & Regional routes.
- Home Time: Flexible schedule.
- Health & Wellness: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
- Equipment: Late-model, well-maintained tractors and specialized trailers.
Core Responsibilities
- Operate Heavy Machinery: Safely drive commercial motor vehicles with multi-axle configurations, lowboys, step-decks, sliding axles, and Removable Gooseneck (RGN) trailers.
- Load Securement: Secure oversized equipment using high-tensile chains, binders, blocks, and straps to guarantee zero cargo shifting during transit.
- Route Planning: Review and execute specialized route planning for oversized loads, carefully avoiding weight-restricted roads, low-clearance bridges, and unauthorized zones.
- Permit Compliance: Ensure all state-mandated oversize/overweight permits, escort vehicle coordination, and required banners/flags are legally compliant before moving.
- Safety Inspections: Perform rigorous pre-trip and post-trip mechanical and safety inspections on both tractor and complex trailer units.
- Regulatory Logs: Maintain flawless electronic logging device (ELD) records and hours-of-service (HOS) logs in total compliance with DOT and FMCSA regulations.
- Team Communication: Coordinate seamlessly with dispatchers, project managers, spotters, and pilot car drivers to ensure smooth transit.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Licensure: Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with a clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
- Experience: Minimum of 5 years of verified Class A driving experience.
- Specialized Experience: At least 2 years specifically dedicated to heavy haul or oversized loads.
- Trailer Proficiency: Proven experience operating and loading lowboys, RGNs, and step-decks.
- Medical Certification: Valid DOT Medical Card.
- Endorsements: Doubles/Triples endorsements preferred.
- Physical Stamina: Ability to handle the physical demands of chaining, binding, and climbing onto trailers in varying weather conditions.
- Screening: Must pass a mandatory pre-employment DOT drug screen and comprehensive background check.
How to Apply
If you meet the qualifications and are ready to join a premier fleet, click Apply Now to submit your resume and MVR for consideration.
Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid sick time
Experience:
- Heavy haul: 2 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
