Specialized Transport Driver
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Description
CDL Specialized Transportation Driver – Hazmat + Manual Experience Required
$1,500 Sign on Bonus in State and $2,500 Sign on Bonus Out of State
Sapp's Wrecker, a division of Guardian Fleet Services
Annual Compensation Range: $88k - $114k
Sapps's Wrecker is looking for an experienced Specialized Transportation Driver to join our team in Port Wentworth, Georgia.
This position is for an experienced CDL driver who is comfortable operating specialized equipment, hauling a variety of loads, and working safely in changing conditions. A Hazmat endorsement and manual-transmission driving experience are required for this position.
If you have experience with specialized hauling, equipment transport, or similar commercial driving and take pride in operating safely and professionally, we want to hear from you.
What You'll Do
- Safely operate commercial vehicles and specialized transportation equipment.
- Transport equipment, materials, and other loads to customer and job locations.
- Safely load, secure, transport, and unload cargo.
- Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
- Follow all DOT, company, and customer safety requirements.
- Properly complete required trip, inspection, and transportation documentation.
- Communicate professionally with dispatch, customers, and team members.
- Inspect load securement throughout transport as needed.
- Maintain assigned equipment in clean and safe operating condition.
- Report equipment concerns, safety issues, or incidents promptly.
- Perform other transportation-related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Valid CDL.
- Current Hazmat endorsement required.
- Must have experience operating commercial vehicles with manual transmissions.
- Clean and acceptable driving record.
- Experience safely operating commercial vehicles and transportation equipment.
- Knowledge of proper cargo securement practices.
- Ability to perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
- Ability to safely work around heavy equipment and commercial vehicles.
- Ability to communicate professionally with customers, dispatchers, and other drivers.
- Must meet applicable DOT driver qualification requirements.
Preferred Experience
Candidates with previous experience in one or more of the following are strongly encouraged to apply:
- Specialized transportation
- Heavy equipment hauling
- Equipment transport
- Flatbed or lowboy operations
- Towing and recovery
- Construction or industrial transportation
- Oversized or irregular-load transportation
Benefits Offered
- Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
- Medical, Dental, & Vision plans
- $15k Employer paid Life Insurance and AD&D
- Pet Insurance (NEW!)
- 401(k) Plan
- Short Term & Long-Term Disability
- Hospital Indemnity
- Cancer plan
- Accident Insurance
- Paid Uniforms
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Quarterly Driver Safety Bonus
- Report each scheduled day, on-time, ready and able to work, well-groomed and in uniform.
- Work with our Dispatch team
- Load/unload cargo damage free
- Perform vehicle inspection sheet daily, identifying any mechanical issues.
- Comply with Company and DOT regulations regarding the safe operation of the truck.
- Tracking E logs
- Inspect all supplied tools such as chains, straps, and cables to ensure equipment is in a good and safe condition.
- Report any issue that restricts the ability to complete the dispatch in a timely manner.
- Ability to drive and perform duties via interstate for towing, recovery, and/or transport.
- Other duties as assigned.
Competencies and Abilities:
- Safety is our number one priority.
- Strong customer service skills, professional demeanor
- Must be able to speak, write and communicate in English
- Ability to communicate calmly and effectively
- Basic technology skills. Ability to use GPS, company-issued software, mobile device
- Time management skills
- Basic mechanical skills and ability to use tools
- Attention to detail and accuracy when documenting work, hours, and information
- Ability to work Nights, Days, Weekends and Holidays as needed
Qualifications, Education, and Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid Class A driver’s license with at least two (2) years of heavy hauling/commercial driving experience
- Must be at least 21 years of age to meet company insurance and driving eligibility requirements
Physical Requirements:
- Job requires lifting, crawling, pulling, constant use of hands, significant bending and reaching, climbing
- Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts
- Must be comfortable working at elevated heights and around elevated equipment when required
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Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
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Ability to safely perform duties in active roadside and recovery environments
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws. We believe that diversity strengthens our organization and are dedicated to providing a workplace free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merits, and business needs.