CDL Class A Heavy Haul Driver

For more than 15 years, R-2 Contractors has built a reputation for excellence in civil and underground construction. Founded in 2009, we take pride in delivering high-quality excavation and utility construction services with a commitment to safety, professionalism, and craftsmanship. Our core values are simple: Pride, Grit, & Own It!

Location: Gilbert, AZ

R-2 Contractors is seeking a dependable, safety-focused CDL Class A Heavy Haul Driver to support our construction operations throughout Arizona. This position is based in Gilbert, AZ, and is primarily local, with drivers home every night following their local assignments while transporting heavy construction equipment and materials between job sites, equipment yards, and other designated locations.

Occasional overnight over-the-road (OTR) trips will be required to support projects and equipment transportation needs outside the local area.

The ideal candidate will have at least one year of verifiable heavy-haul experience, including transporting and securing heavy construction equipment. We are looking for a reliable professional who takes pride in their work, prioritizes safety, and understands the demands of construction equipment transportation.

• Safely transport heavy construction equipment and materials to and from project sites throughout Arizona
• Perform occasional overnight OTR heavy-haul assignments as operational needs require
• Operate Class A commercial vehicles, including lowboy trailers, step decks, flatbeds, dump trucks, and other heavy-haul configurations
• Load, properly secure, transport, and unload heavy construction equipment in accordance with DOT regulations and company safety standards
• Safely transport equipment using various trailer configurations, including multi-axle lowboys
• Conduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure equipment safety and regulatory compliance
• Coordinate with dispatch, fleet personnel, and project teams to ensure timely equipment deliveries and pickups
• Assist field crews with equipment transportation and related activities as needed
• Maintain accurate driver logs, inspection reports, delivery documentation, and other required paperwork
• Follow all company safety policies, DOT regulations, and applicable transportation requirements

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required.
• Minimum one year of verifiable heavy-haul experience transporting heavy construction equipment required.
• Current DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate required
• Experience operating lowboy and step-deck trailers strongly preferred
• Experience with multi-axle trailer configurations preferred
• Demonstrated knowledge of proper loading, weight distribution, cargo securement, and heavy equipment transportation procedures
• Familiarity with DOT regulations and commercial vehicle safety requirements
• Ability and willingness to perform occasional OTR assignments, including overnight travel when necessary
• Experience operating forklifts, pallet jacks, or similar material-handling equipment preferred
• Strong communication skills and ability to coordinate effectively with project teams and fleet personnel
• Ability to work independently, maintain schedules, and adapt to changing project demands
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check

• $22–$34 per hour, depending on experience (DOE)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance for the entire family.
• 401(k) with company match
• $25,000 Five-Year Employment Appreciation Bonus.

• Full-time position
• Primarily Monday–Friday
• Home nightly for local Arizona assignments, with occasional overnight OTR trips as operational needs require.
• Schedule flexibility may be necessary based on project schedules, equipment transportation requirements, and operational demands

R-2 Contractors operates a diverse fleet of commercial vehicles and heavy-haul transportation equipment to support our construction operations.

Truck Fleet:

• Kenworth T880 tractors with 3- and 4-axle configurations
• Peterbilt 579 sleeper tractors
• Dump trucks
• Water trucks
• Transfer trucks
• Tub trucks
• Belly dump trucks

Trailer Configurations:

• Step-deck trailers
• Lowboy trailers
• Heavy-haul configurations up to 10 axles

Drivers should be comfortable operating different equipment configurations based on assigned transportation needs and their qualifications.

If you're an experienced CDL Class A Heavy Haul Driver seeking a primarily local Arizona driving opportunity that gets you home every night, with occasional overnight OTR assignments, we'd like to hear from you.

Join a growing construction company where safety, reliability, accountability, and hard work are valued. At R-2 Contractors, we take pride in our people and the work we accomplish together.

R-2 Contractors – Pride, Grit, & Own It!

R-2 Contractors is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.