CDL A Driver at Wiregrass Construction Company in Nashville, Tennessee

Job Description:

Job Description: CDL A Driver


This position is based out of Smyrna, TN area.


We are seeking new and experienced Class A Drivers to join our construction team. Wiregrass Construction is committed to taking care of our employees and offers excellent compensation and low-cost benefits. If you're interested in joining an established and growing company with opportunities for career advancement, we encourage you to apply and grow with us!

The CDL Driver is a skilled craft position responsible for safely transporting materials to and from job sites. The driver will also perform various tasks as required by the workflow on construction projects. This hourly-rated position requires a valid Class "A" CDL license and a clean driving record.

Key Duties:

• Safely transport materials to and from job sites, adhering to all traffic and safety regulations.
• Conduct daily safety checks on the vehicle, including fluid levels and inspections for leaks and damage.
• Load and unload construction and paving equipment in a safe manner.
• Operate construction and/or paving equipment when necessary.
• Familiarity with the safe operation of construction and/or paving equipment.
• Maintain compliance with all USDOT and FMCSA safety regulations.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections, completing Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIR).
• Calculate weights of equipment with truck/trailer combinations to ensure compliance with DOT permitting restrictions and guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with FMCSA cargo securement rules and regulations.
• Possess a current medical examiners certificate (FMCSR part 391.41).
• Ability to workday or night shifts as required.
• Perform incidental work items and duties as assigned.

Qualification Requirements: General:

• Ability to satisfactorily perform each Key Duty.
• Must have the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Reasonable accommodation can be made for individuals with disabilities.

Education and Experience:

• Previous experience as a CDL Driver is required.
• High school diploma or GED (preferred).
• Ability to understand work directions and communicate effectively with supervisors and colleagues.

Physical Demands:

• Able to stand, stoop, bend, and crouch for extended periods.
• Lift up to 50 pounds independently and up to 150 pounds with assistance.
• Manual dexterity to secure cargo using chains and load binding devices.
• Maintain constant alertness in a construction site environment.
• Walk on uneven surfaces in varying weather conditions.

Work Environment:

• Work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Exposure to high levels of noise, grease, and dust common in construction projects.
• Proximity to heavy equipment and moving machinery.
• Proximity to high traffic areas, both within and outside construction zones.
• Exposure to substances commonly found on construction sites such as oil, grease, gasoline, diesel fuel, and asphalt.

EEO: Wiregrass Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will not discriminate based on creed/national origin/religion/color/sex/age/wage and status as individual with a disability or protected veteran.



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