What are the responsibilities and job description for the CDL Semi Driver position at Premise INC?
SUMMARY:
The CDL Semi Driver supports field operations by safely transporting materials, equipment, and tools to and from solar and wireless job sites. This role is primarily responsible for operating semi-trucks and large trailers to haul multiple pieces of equipment, ensuring timely and accurate delivery to support project execution. The position may also assist with loading/unloading, equipment coordination, and general logistics support as needed.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Operate Class A CDL vehicles including semi-trucks and large trailers to transport materials and equipment to and from job sites, vendors, and staging areas
- Haul multiple pieces of equipment (e.g., skid steers, lifts, trailers, solar racking/materials, wireless components) safely and efficiently
- Secure loads in compliance with DOT and company safety standards
- Plan routes and coordinate deliveries to align with project schedules and field needs
- Ensure all delivery documentation (bill of lading, pick lists, etc.) is accurate and completed properly
- Verify transported goods match bills of materials and report discrepancies
- Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections and maintain vehicle logs per DOT requirements
- Identify and report any equipment or material damage
- Support field teams with loading and unloading of materials and equipment
- Assist with staging, organizing, and tracking materials as needed
- Maintain clean and safe vehicles, trailers, and equipment
- Follow all safety protocols and promote a strong safety culture
- Assist warehouse or yard operations as needed
- Other duties as assigned
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- All employees must demonstrate the ability to promote and embody the Premise Core Values: Be Ready to Learn, Own the Result, Build Trust and Drive to Complete.
- In addition to the above, other required qualifications for this role are:
- Valid Class A CDL (Required) with air brake endorsement
- Demonstrated ability to operate semi-trucks and haul large trailers with multiple pieces of equipment
- Clean driving record and ability to maintain DOT compliance
- Current DOT Medical Card
- Working knowledge of DOT and MNDOT regulations
- Experience securing heavy equipment and materials for transport
- Ability to safely load/unload equipment and materials
- Strong communication skills with field teams, vendors, and internal staff
- Ability to travel up to 80% of the time to various job sites, including overnight and out-of-state travel as needed.
- Certifications: OSHA 10, First Aid/CPR, Bloodborne Pathogens (or willingness to obtain)
Preferred qualifications are:
- Experience supporting solar, construction, or wireless/tower operations
- Equipment operation experience (e.g., skid steer, telehandler, lifts)
- Forklift certification
- 1 years of CDL driving experience in construction or similar environment
- High School Diploma or GED
OTHER REQUIRED COMPETENCIES:
- Safety Awareness - Consistently adheres to Premise Safety requirements, including PPE, lock out/tag out and incident reporting. What good looks like (behaviors): • Attends and participates in daily jobsite meetings - including JSA, daily plan, and hazard assessments. • Keeps jobsite, vehicles and equipment clean and clear of hazards. • Demonstrates the organization’s safety procedures and best practices and is a role model for the desired behaviors. • Reports safety issues, does not let issues go unaddressed. • Follows all safety rules and stays aware of hazards.
- Drive To Complete - Starts work without being told and finishes tasks on time. Committed to the quality completion of projects. What good looks like (behaviors): • Stay focused and works steadily until the job is done. • Solves issues instead of waiting. • Balances urgency with accuracy; avoids rework. • Pushes self and others for results. • Takes responsibility for outcomes — good or bad. • Escalates risks early and offers solutions, avoids excuses. • Consistently follows through on commitments.
- Continuous Improvement - Looks for better, safer or more efficient ways to work and helps the team improve. What good look like (behaviors): • Identifies and/or submits suggestions for process improvements. • Tries new methods when needed. • Adapts to change.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to, stand, sit, walk, lift, squat, push, pull, climb stairs and ladders, hear, see, reach, grasp and use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, telephone, power tools, motorized vehicles and equipment. The employee must have the ability to occasionally lift more than 50 lbs.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee will work both inside in a normal indoor office environment and outside at remote job sites. The employee may be exposed to extreme weather conditions, including heat and cold and wet or humid. The employee may work in high places, and/or work around moving mechanical parts, vehicles and other equipment. The employee may also work in areas where the noise volume is loud and constant. The employee must have the ability to travel during the week 70% travel.
Premise Inc. is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, veteran-friendly employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. The duties and responsibilities listed in this job description are not all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Salary : $28 - $30