Truck Driver

Founded in 1965, Herc Rentals is one of the leading equipment rental suppliers in North America with trailing twelve month total revenues of nearly $3.3 billion as of March 31, 2024. Herc Rentals’ parent company, known as Herc Holdings Inc., listed on the New York Stock Exchange on July 1, 2016, under the symbol “HRI.” Herc Rentals serves customers through approximately 412 locations and has approximately 7,600 employees in North America.

Short Description

The Truck Driver position is responsible for transporting, delivering, and retrieving assorted construction and heavy equipment in a professional, safe, and timely manner. An individual in this position will operate both commercial and non-commercial vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Transport, deliver and retrieve various construction materials and heavy equipment
• Operate commercial and non-commercial vehicles
• Perform DOT-required pre and post-trip inspections
• Properly maintain delivery documents for inspection upon request
• Secure construction equipment and other equipment utilizing chaining, strapping, and binding under the strict accordance and established procedures of the DOT
• Maintain open communication with Branch Manager and/or central dispatch regarding delivery schedules, delays, traffic conditions, weather, etc.
• Active participant in the Herc Rentals Safety culture, always prioritizes the safety of people
• Follow all company procedures and protocols
• Build positive relationships with customers
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Professional Experience

Knowledge of commercial driving skills in maneuvering at various speeds in difficult locations, heavy traffic, inclement weather, mountainous terrain or tight loading dock areas

Ability to read and comprehend the standards of operating procedures, owner’s manuals and product/warning labels

Ability to operate large, heavy machinery

Knowledge and understanding of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations

Customer service focused

Must react to changing business needs

Conditions of Employment

Valid Medical Card

Trailer towing or Rollback experience preferred

Hauling experience preferred

Construction equipment operating experience preferred

Be able to perform basic physical tasks such as lifting 50lbs or more, reading, typing and writing

Ability to sit, stand, walk, and maintain balance for extended periods of time

Ability to perform repetitive tasks; stretch, turn, twist, and reach overhead; bend, crouch, squat, kneel, and stoop for extended periods of time

Must be able to work indoors and outdoors when required of the job

Commercial Driver’s License, Class A, with tanker endorsement

Class B drivers license with tanker endorsement a plus

compensation information

$28 to $33 an hour

Req #: 58813

Our long-term strategy underscores the understanding that our success depends on the dedication and capability of our team members. We are focused on attracting, retaining and empowering talented and dedicated people to build the best team in the equipment rental industry. We also seek to build a team that reflects the variety of people, cultures and communities we interact with every day and to create an inclusive, productive environment in which all team members feel valued and respected.

Herc Rentals provides an excellent compensation and benefits package, which includes a competitive salary, retirement savings plan, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive medical, dental, vision care, life insurance coverage, paid vacation and holidays.

Herc does not discriminate in employment based on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, political affiliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.