MEI Industrial Solutions
CDL Driver/Rigger (Lafayette, LA)
MEI Industrial Solutions, Youngsville, Louisiana, United States, 70592
CDL Driver/Rigger (Lafayette, LA) – MEI Industrial Solutions
Posted:
2 days ago
Location:
Lafayette, LA
Salary Range:
$1,850.00 - $2,100.00
Position Summary CDL Drivers must be able to safely drive tractor and trailer rigs under DOT regulations to transport equipment and crews to job sites. May also be involved with rigging or crating work. This role requires safe handling and securement of loads while loading and unloading equipment. Must remain positive, flexible, and professional and can work collaboratively and independently to achieve stated goals and ensure regulatory compliance.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities
Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections daily.
Experience working with flatbed, SD, RGN, and dry van trailers.
Drive safely and under DOT regulations tractor & trailer rigs to transport equipment to job sites.
Maintain electronic logging.
Safely handle, secure loads, tarping, tie‑down, loading and unloading equipment.
Adhere to safety requirements when hauling loads.
Basic knowledge of industrial equipment and forklift operation.
Signal or verbally direct workers engaged in hoisting and moving loads to ensure safety of workers and materials.
Control movement of heavy equipment through narrow openings or confined spaces using chainfalls, gin poles, gallows frames, and other equipment.
Operate vehicles, mechanized devices, or equipment such as forklifts and passenger vehicles.
Ability to work well in a team environment.
Apply creativity and latitude as required.
Complete required paperwork daily.
Perform daily housekeeping duties in assigned area or project area.
Perform other job responsibilities as assigned.
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 schedules.
Tilt, dip, and turn suspended loads to maneuver over, under, and around obstacles using multi‑point suspension techniques.
Install ground rigging for yarding lines, attach chokers to logs and then to lines.
Align, level, and anchor machinery.
Fabricate, set up, and repair rigging, supporting structures, hoists, and pulling gear.
Manipulate rigging lines, hoists, and pulling gear to move or support materials such as heavy equipment or theatrical sets.
Attach pulleys and blocks to fixed overhead structures such as beams, ceilings, and gin pole booms.
Dismantle and store rigging equipment after use.
Control machines and processes using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity (excluding computer or vehicles).
Minimum Qualifications (Experience, Skills, and Education)
HS diploma or equivalent.
Valid Class A CDL with Air Breaks and Combo endorsements.
Minimum two (2) years of proven driving experience at CDL level.
Minimum three (3) years of proven experience in the construction service industry or comparable field.
Basic knowledge of operating industrial equipment (forklifts, man lifts, mobile platform lifts, etc.).
Experienced knowledge of load securement and safe hauling practices.
Ability to use precision measuring tools and equipment; hand, power, and pneumatic tools.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions Performing general physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs and moving whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials up to 50 pounds.
Additional Requirements Work with a top‑of‑mind awareness for safety, work well in a high‑functioning team, display honesty, integrity, professionalism, take pride in your work, communicate openly, and strive for peak performance. Know and deliver the quality service MEI’s customers expect.
Disclaimer This job description is intended to summarize the type and level of work performed by a CDL Driver and is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and/or requirements. MEI reserves the right to change or modify this job description or the essential duties of the job, as necessary.
Job Metadata
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Management and Manufacturing
Industry: Construction
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2 days ago
Location:
Lafayette, LA
Salary Range:
$1,850.00 - $2,100.00
Position Summary CDL Drivers must be able to safely drive tractor and trailer rigs under DOT regulations to transport equipment and crews to job sites. May also be involved with rigging or crating work. This role requires safe handling and securement of loads while loading and unloading equipment. Must remain positive, flexible, and professional and can work collaboratively and independently to achieve stated goals and ensure regulatory compliance.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities
Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections daily.
Experience working with flatbed, SD, RGN, and dry van trailers.
Drive safely and under DOT regulations tractor & trailer rigs to transport equipment to job sites.
Maintain electronic logging.
Safely handle, secure loads, tarping, tie‑down, loading and unloading equipment.
Adhere to safety requirements when hauling loads.
Basic knowledge of industrial equipment and forklift operation.
Signal or verbally direct workers engaged in hoisting and moving loads to ensure safety of workers and materials.
Control movement of heavy equipment through narrow openings or confined spaces using chainfalls, gin poles, gallows frames, and other equipment.
Operate vehicles, mechanized devices, or equipment such as forklifts and passenger vehicles.
Ability to work well in a team environment.
Apply creativity and latitude as required.
Complete required paperwork daily.
Perform daily housekeeping duties in assigned area or project area.
Perform other job responsibilities as assigned.
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 schedules.
Tilt, dip, and turn suspended loads to maneuver over, under, and around obstacles using multi‑point suspension techniques.
Install ground rigging for yarding lines, attach chokers to logs and then to lines.
Align, level, and anchor machinery.
Fabricate, set up, and repair rigging, supporting structures, hoists, and pulling gear.
Manipulate rigging lines, hoists, and pulling gear to move or support materials such as heavy equipment or theatrical sets.
Attach pulleys and blocks to fixed overhead structures such as beams, ceilings, and gin pole booms.
Dismantle and store rigging equipment after use.
Control machines and processes using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity (excluding computer or vehicles).
Minimum Qualifications (Experience, Skills, and Education)
HS diploma or equivalent.
Valid Class A CDL with Air Breaks and Combo endorsements.
Minimum two (2) years of proven driving experience at CDL level.
Minimum three (3) years of proven experience in the construction service industry or comparable field.
Basic knowledge of operating industrial equipment (forklifts, man lifts, mobile platform lifts, etc.).
Experienced knowledge of load securement and safe hauling practices.
Ability to use precision measuring tools and equipment; hand, power, and pneumatic tools.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions Performing general physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs and moving whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials up to 50 pounds.
Additional Requirements Work with a top‑of‑mind awareness for safety, work well in a high‑functioning team, display honesty, integrity, professionalism, take pride in your work, communicate openly, and strive for peak performance. Know and deliver the quality service MEI’s customers expect.
Disclaimer This job description is intended to summarize the type and level of work performed by a CDL Driver and is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and/or requirements. MEI reserves the right to change or modify this job description or the essential duties of the job, as necessary.
Job Metadata
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Management and Manufacturing
Industry: Construction
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