CDL Driver/Rigger

Looking for career opportunities, an employer who develops their people, a place to make your mark? If so, we are looking for you. Since our founding in the early 1990s, MEI Rigging & Crating has grown into one of the largest providers of rigging, machinery moving, millwrighting, mechanical installation, industrial storage, crating, and export packing services in the United States. Our day-to-day operations are guided by our shared values of integrity, respect, professionalism, safety, commitment, and results and this has positioned us to provide exceptional service to customers of all sizes ranging from Aerospace, Automotive, Construction, Data Center, Food Processing, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Pharmaceutical, and Institutional companies to every industry in between. Our people are our best asset, and we invest in training, support, and providing the proper tools needed to succeed. If you are looking to be a part of a great team, please apply. Home Daily-Great Benefits Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities: Routinely hauls oversize/overweight loads. Drives safely and under DOT regulations tractor & trailer rigs to transport equipment and crews to job sites. Requires safe handling of loads, securement of loads, loading and unloading of equipment. Signal or verbally direct workers engaged in hoisting and moving loads, in order to ensure safety of workers and materials. Test rigging to ensure safety and reliability Attach loads to rigging to provide support or prepare them for moving, using hand and power tools. Select gear such as cables, pulleys, and winches, according to load weights and sizes, facilities, and work schedules. Control movement of heavy equipment through narrow openings or confined spaces, using chainfalls, gin poles, gallows frames, and other equipment. Tilt, dip, and turn suspended loads to maneuver over, under, and/or around obstacles, using multi-point suspension techniques. Knowledgeable in alignment, leveling, and anchoring of machinery. Manipulate rigging lines, hoists, and pulling gear to move or support materials such as heavy equipment, ships, or theatrical sets. Attach pulleys and blocks to fixed overhead structures such as beams, ceilings, and gin pole booms, using bolts and clamps. Dismantle and store rigging equipment after use. Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment - Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, scissor lifts, tractor trailers, telehandlers, aerial boom lifts, etc. Understand and follow policies and procedures. Basic knowledge of operating equipment (Forklifts, man lifts, mobile platform lifts, etc.) Experienced knowledge of load securing and safe hauling practices Ability to use tape measure; hand, power and pneumatic tools. Minimum Qualifications: Valid Class A CDL and clean motor vehicle record (MVR) Minimum two (2) years driving experience at CDL level with Van and Flatbeds Minimum one (1) year industrial experience or comparable experience within the construction service industry. Preferred Qualifications: HS diploma or GED equivalent Forklift Certification Rigging and Signal Person Certification CPR Certification Heavy haul experience RGN Trailers Physical Requirements & Working Conditions: Performing General Physical Activities - Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials up to 50 pounds. Other Requirements: Must be able to work in a highly functioning team environment and in all climates. Display the highest levels of honesty, integrity and professionalism. Take pride in your work and in the company. Communicate openly and strive for peak performance in daily tasks. Know and deliver the quality service MEI's customers have come to expect. Company Benefits Include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, HSA, Life & Disability Insurance, Retirement Benefits, Paid Time Off, Holidays, Employee Assistance Program. This job description is intended to summarize the type and level of work performed by the incumbent and is not an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities and requirements. MEI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. THIS POSITION IS NOT OPEN TO AGENCY SOLICITATION