Fleet Driver- (Class A CDL)
Description
Position Summary
The Fleet Driver is responsible for the safe, efficient, and timely transportation of company equipment, materials, and products to/from customers, vendors, job sites, and company facilities. This position operates commercial motor vehicles requiring a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and ensures compliance with all Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), Department of Transportation (DOT), and company safety requirements.
The Fleet Driver serves as a key representative of the organization and is expected to maintain a professional appearance, positive customer interactions, and a strong commitment to safety and operational excellence.
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Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Transportation & Delivery
· Operate Class A commercial vehicles, including flatbeds, goosenecks, and other company equipment.
· Transport sucker rods, oilfield equipment, materials, and supplies safely and efficiently.
· Load, secure, transport, and unload cargo in accordance with DOT regulations and company procedures.
· Verify load accuracy, shipping documentation, and delivery instructions before departure.
· Plan and follow assigned routes while adapting to traffic, weather, and road conditions.
· Obtain signatures and delivery confirmations as required.
Safety & Compliance
· Conduct pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip vehicle inspections.
· Maintain accurate Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIRs), fuel logs, mileage records, and required documentation.
· Comply with FMCSA regulations, Hours-of-Service requirements, and company safety policies.
· Participate in random drug and alcohol testing programs as required by DOT regulations.
· Report accidents, vehicle damage, safety concerns, or regulatory violations immediately.
· Maintain a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
Equipment Care
· Perform routine inspections of trucks, trailers, tie-downs, chains, straps, and related equipment.
· Report maintenance needs and repair requirements promptly.
· Ensure vehicles remain clean, organized, and professional in appearance.
· Assist in coordinating vehicle maintenance schedules and inspections.
Customer Service & Communication
· Communicate professionally with customers, vendors, and internal personnel.
· Provide delivery status updates and report delays or issues affecting delivery schedules.
· Represent the company positively at customer locations and job sites.
Operational Support
· Assist warehouse, manufacturing, or yard personnel with loading and unloading activities as needed.
· Support inventory transfers between facilities.
· Participate in company training, safety meetings, and continuous improvement initiatives.
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Required Qualifications
Education
· High School Diploma or GED required.
Licensing & Certifications
· Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required.
· Current Medical Examiner's Certificate (DOT Physical).
· Acceptable Motor Vehicle Record.
· Ability to satisfy all FMCSA qualification requirements.
Experience
· Minimum 2 years of Class A CDL driving experience preferred.
· Experience hauling industrial, oilfield, heavy equipment, or oversized loads preferred.
· Experience operating flatbed and gooseneck trailers preferred.
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Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
· Knowledge of DOT and FMCSA regulations.
· Understanding of vehicle inspection procedures and cargo securement requirements.
· Ability to read maps, route instructions, shipping documents, and work orders.
· Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
· Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
· Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
· Effective verbal communication skills.
· Basic smartphone, GPS, and electronic logging device (ELD) proficiency.
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Physical Requirements
· Frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
· Occasionally lift up to 75 pounds with assistance.
· Ability to climb, stoop, bend, kneel, and secure loads.
· Ability to sit and operate a commercial vehicle for extended periods.
· Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
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Working Conditions
· Frequent local and regional travel.
· Occasional overnight travel may be required.
· Exposure to manufacturing facilities, warehouses, customer locations, and oilfield environments.
· Subject to DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements, including pre-employment, random, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion testing.
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