About the Job
Beck Construction & Excavation is seeking an experienced Fleet Lead CDL Driver to help lead our growing truck fleet. This is a hands-on role for a skilled driver who takes pride in safety, compliance, and teamwork. The Fleet Lead CDL Driver supports our field crews by operating trucks, coordinating drivers, and ensuring all vehicles and documentation meet Beck’s high standards of professionalism and reliability.
Job Summary:
The Fleet Lead CDL Driver is a senior-level, working lead position responsible for overseeing Beck Construction & Excavation’s truck fleet and CDL drivers, while also serving as an active driver. This role ensures all company trucks are operated safely, maintained properly, and represent Beck’s standards of professionalism, reliability, and quality on every job.
The Fleet Lead CDL Driver coordinates daily assignments, monitors maintenance and inspections, and supports compliance with FMCSA and DOT requirements. Acting as the primary link between drivers, mechanics, and leadership, this role helps streamline communication, reduce downtime, and promote accountability across the fleet.
This position requires advanced driving skills and versatility with multiple types of trucks and transmissions, along with the ability to mentor and guide other drivers. The Fleet Lead CDL Driver plays a key role in building a safety-focused, dependable, and high-performing driving team that reflects Beck’s core values on the road and in the field.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Operate CDL trucks safely and efficiently to haul materials, transport equipment, and support active construction projects.
- Coordinate daily driver assignments, routes, and hauling priorities in alignment with project schedules and site needs.
- Ensure all drivers complete accurate and timely pre-trip and post-trip inspections and maintain proper documentation.
- Promote accountability for truck care and cleanliness, ensuring all vehicles are fueled, serviced, and presentable at all times.
- Monitor and assist with maintenance scheduling, repairs, and inspection compliance; communicate needs with the mechanic and leadership team.
- Verify that all trucks and drivers comply with FMCSA, DOT, and company safety standards, including driver timecards and DVIR’s
- Serve as the main point of contact for the driver team, providing guidance, problem-solving support, and communication between drivers and management.
- Mentor and train new or less experienced drivers, reinforcing proper hauling, dumping, and safety procedures.
- Encourage teamwork and professionalism across the driver group, addressing issues constructively and promoting Beck’s core values.
- Maintain accurate delivery, mileage, inspection, and maintenance records as required by company policy and DOT regulations.
- Communicate proactively with the superintendent, foremen, and project managers regarding delivery times, material loads, and changing project needs.
- Communicate regularly with the Fleet Coordinator to support documentation and compliance record-keeping.
- Report accidents, near-misses, vehicle damage, or unsafe conditions promptly and in accordance with company policy.
- Participate in safety meetings, toolbox talks, and fleet coordination meetings as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support safe, efficient, and professional fleet operations.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Expert-level proficiency operating a variety of Class A CDL trucks, including manual transmissions up to 18-speed.
- Strong understanding of FMCSA and DOT regulations, including hours-of-service, inspection, and load securement requirements.
- Proven ability to lead by example — maintaining professionalism, safety, and consistency across all driving operations.
- Effective communication and leadership skills with the ability to coordinate, motivate, and support a team of drivers.
- Demonstrated ability to recognize, document, and communicate mechanical or maintenance issues accurately and promptly.
- Solid understanding of safe loading, hauling, dumping, and material handling procedures for a variety of job types and site conditions.
- Capable of coordinating with mechanics, project teams, and the Fleet Coordinator to ensure trucks remain in compliance and fully operational.
- Dependable, punctual, and organized, with strong attention to detail in paperwork, inspections, and reporting.
- Professional and courteous when representing Beck Construction & Excavation on public roads, job sites, and with clients or vendors.
- Mechanically inclined and able to perform minor maintenance and troubleshooting in the field as needed.
- Ability to work independently, adapt to changing priorities, and solve problems in real time to keep projects on schedule.
- Must be physically capable of performing job-related tasks, including climbing in and out of trucks, securing loads, and handling equipment components up to 75 pounds.
Licenses & Certifications:
- Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) in good standing with no major violations.
- Current DOT Medical Examiner’s Certificate (Medical Card).
- Clean driving record meeting company insurance requirements.
- Ability to pass all required pre-employment and random drug and alcohol screenings in compliance with DOT regulations.
Physical Requirements & Work Environment:
- Frequently required to sit, stand, walk, bend, climb, kneel, and lift or move materials weighing up to 75 pounds.
- Regularly required to enter and exit trucks multiple times per day and perform physical tasks such as cleaning truck beds, securing loads, or applying tarps.
- Works outdoors in a variety of weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, and snow.
- May be exposed to dust, dirt, loud noise, uneven surfaces, and moving equipment.
- Must wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, safety vests, gloves, boots, and eye protection while on job sites.
- May be required to work extended hours, weekends, or holidays depending on project demands and delivery schedules.
- Work schedules vary depending on job site, material needs, and weather conditions, and may include early mornings or overtime.
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. The company reserves the right to modify or assign other responsibilities as necessary.
Beck Construction & Excavation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
Employment with Beck Construction & Excavation is at-will. This means either the employee or the company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice, and for any reason not prohibited by law.
At Beck Construction & Excavation, Inc., we build more than just infrastructure—we build trust, opportunity, and lasting partnerships. Based in Northern Utah, we are a team of hard-working professionals who take pride in doing things the right way, every time. Our work spans residential, commercial, and municipal projects, and we’re known for our precision, reliability, and no-drama attitude on the job site.
Excavation and Concrete – Precision Work, Built to Last
This is our arena. This is where we thrive. We specialize in earthwork, excavation, and concrete solutions that lay the literal foundation for everything that comes after.
We believe in hiring people who are confident in their skills, committed to their craft, and eager to learn. Our crew members are trusted with real responsibility and given room to grow. Whether you're just starting out or bringing years of experience, you’ll find a place here where your work ethic, attitude, and attention to detail truly matter.
We offer competitive pay, steady work, and a strong culture built around our values:
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