CDL Class A Driver (Independence Excavating)

February 27, 2026

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Class A CDL Driver Independence Excavating is looking for a motivated Class A CDL Driver to join our team! In this role you will have the opportunity to learn and grow within the organization. This position does require a Class A CDL with a clean driving record. Who is IX? From breaking ground to the finished project, our team has been laying the groundwork for excellence on heavy civil construction and demolition projects for over 65 years. We combine innovations of industry with decades of successfully completed projects, proving we are a value-added partner from the ground up! Over six decades, Independence Excavating has established a team of construction professionals that sets us apart from other contractors. To learn more, visit our website: https://www.indexc.com/ What do we believe in? People Provide a safe, family-oriented environment. Commitment to integrity. Protect our most valuable assets. Performance Always deliver the highest quality. Find solutions. Provide value to our partners. Community Positively impact the communities we serve. Give back. Leave the world a better place than we found it. A Typical Day Looks Like <ul><li>Ensures all daily pre trip and post trip inspections and paperwork is completed.</li><li>Follow the given route as scheduled under the direction of the traffic manager.</li><li>Prepare vehicle for operation, including clearing debris, snow, or other environmental or physical hazards from windows, roofs, hoods, etc.</li><li>Follow verbal and written instructions for routes or tasks.</li><li>Drive vehicles along designated and/or marked pathways, or as instructed by spotter.</li><li>Ensures vehicles and equipment are operated safely and efficiently on specified routes.</li><li>Monitors and ensures all load securement policies are being followed.</li><li>Access and operate various styles of vehicles and controls including pick-up trucks and semis.</li><li>Operate trailer hitches and ramps and place securements for equipment.</li><li>Responsible for general and specific safety practices, following company safety manual procedures, and cooperating with our safety representative in a positive pro-active manner.</li><li>Follow all state and Federal traffic and DOT laws rules/regulations.</li><li>Maintain positive company image in appearance, conduct, and communication.</li><li>Other duties as assigned </li></ul>Do you have what it takes? <ul><li>High school diploma or GED equivalent, additional construction certifications/trainings preferred</li><li>Valid Class A driver’s license required</li><li>Acceptable Motor Vehicle Report is required</li><li>2+ years of verifiable experience with equipment is required</li><li>Hazmat endorsement with 5+ years’ experience is preferred.</li><li>Familiarity with electronic logbooks is preferred</li><li>Must pass a background check and drug test</li><li>Skilled at driving large vehicles</li><li>Comfortable maneuvering and parking a tractor-trailer</li><li>Ability to drive long hours and travel regularly,</li><li>Proficient using GPS and other routing systems</li><li>Samsara experience preferred </li></ul>Why IX? <ul><li>Weekly Competitive Pay!</li><li>Excellent Benefits, including:</li><ul><li>Medical</li><li>Dental</li><li>Vision</li><li>FSA & HSA</li><li>Life Insurance + Optional Family Life Insurance</li></ul><li>Paid Holidays</li><li>401(k) + Company match</li><li>Family-owned and operated since 1956 </li></ul>Independence Excavating, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value workplace diversity and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

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