About this role
Semi Driver
Sunstate Equipment Co.: Where Safety and People Are Core Values
We care about our People and it shows!
HIRING IMMEDIATELY!
Pay Dependent on Experience | PAID WEEKLY!
Branch Location: Southlake, TX
Typical Schedule: Monday – Friday, with occasional rotating on-call schedule
Typical Shift: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Overtime Eligible: Yes
Position Summary
Are you an experienced CDL driver who knows how to haul heavy construction equipment? Sunstate Equipment is looking for an experienced Semi Driver with lowboy trailer experience to join our Southlake team!
In this role, you will safely transport, load, unload, and secure heavy construction equipment to and from customer jobsites. You'll be responsible for ensuring equipment arrives safely and on time while providing outstanding customer service.
IMPORTANT: Previous lowboy trailer experience and heavy equipment hauling experience are required. We are looking for drivers who understand equipment securement, chains and binders, and the safe transportation of oversized and heavy machinery.
Exceptional Perks
We believe in taking care of the people who take care of our customers!
- Uniforms provided AND professionally cleaned for FREE!
- Work boot allowance.
- All driving positions are LOCAL!
- FREE prescription safety glasses.
- Unique Vacation Overtime Averaging benefit that pays you overtime while you're on vacation!
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance eligibility after your first full month of employment.
- 401(k) retirement plan with up to 6% company match after 90 days.
- 7 company-paid holidays, 2 half days, PLUS My Holiday, an additional paid day off annually to observe a holiday of your choice.
- Two weeks of vacation PTO in your first year, plus sick leave and personal time after 90 days.
- Weekly pay!
What You'll Do
- Operate a Class A CDL semi-truck and lowboy trailer to safely transport heavy construction equipment.
- Load, unload, secure, deliver, and retrieve equipment from customer jobsites and branch locations.
- Properly secure equipment using chains, binders, straps, and other required securement devices in accordance with DOT regulations.
- Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
- Communicate with dispatch regarding delivery assignments, locations, and delivery updates.
- Inspect equipment before delivery to ensure it is in proper and safe operating condition.
- Review rental contracts and verify equipment matches customer orders.
- Provide customers with instructions and demonstrations on the safe and proper operation of equipment.
- Complete delivery paperwork, inspection reports, and customer documentation accurately.
- Report vehicle maintenance concerns, equipment damage, and safety issues to management.
- Maintain a clean and professional truck, both inside and out.
- Follow all DOT regulations, company safety policies, and jobsite requirements.
- Assist with general yard duties and other branch operations as needed.
Position Requirements
Sunstate is a proud Second Chance employer that evaluates every candidate on a case-by-case basis.
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- Must possess an unrestricted Class A CDL with a Tanker Endorsement and valid DOT Medical Card.
- Minimum 2 years of semi-truck driving experience required.
- Hands-on experience operating lowboy and/or RGN (Removable Gooseneck) trailers is required.
- Experience operating a wrecker or flatbed while hauling heavy construction equipment is preferred.
- Must have experience loading, unloading, and securing equipment using chains and binders.
- Must be physically capable of performing equipment securement and loading/unloading activities.
- Must demonstrate knowledge of DOT regulations and vehicle safety inspections.
- Must maintain a safe driving record that meets company eligibility requirements.
- Must be customer-oriented, professional, and comfortable demonstrating equipment operation to customers.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential.
- Bilingual in Spanish is a plus!
- Must be adaptable, coachable, detail-oriented, and committed to providing exceptional customer service.
- Must be willing to work occasional extended hours, rotating on-call schedules, and weekends as needed.
Interested?
Ready to put your heavy equipment hauling experience to work?
Apply today and start your career with Sunstate Equipment!
Why Choose Us?
At Sunstate, every employee is valued, respected, and fairly compensated. More importantly, every employee has a voice that deserves to be heard.
We are working hard to challenge the typical ways of business and develop an environment where our employees feel safe, comfortable, and look forward to coming to work. No matter which location you visit, you can't help but feel the close-knit work-family environment.
We have strategically and organically grown our company from within, promoting from the ground up and providing employees with opportunities to explore their different passions within our own walls.
Our culture allows our people to develop valuable, marketable skills they can use throughout their careers. Plus, with benefits like Baby Bonding, My Holiday vacation time, and discounts on everything from movie tickets to cell phone bills, we're constantly evolving our resources to provide our people with tools to make their lives easier!
Be YOU at Sunstate
At Sunstate Equipment, we are actively fostering a workplace culture where individuals of all identities and life experiences feel genuinely valued, respected, and appreciated.
As a proud equal-opportunity employer, we wholeheartedly welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds and cultures. We recognize and celebrate the unique perspectives they bring, understanding that they are the fuel for the innovative ideas that drive the evolution of our industry.
Sunstate Equipment Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
A Drug Free Workplace and Participates in E-Verify.
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