Under-Bridge Equipment Specialist - CDL… at Bridge Masters · Loudon

Under-Bridge Equipment Specialist - CDL Driver, Operator & Mechanic

Location: Loudon, Tennessee

Job summary

This position transports, delivers, operates, inspects, and maintains under bridge access machines based at Bridge Masters’ Loudon office. The specialist delivers equipment to bridge inspection, construction, and maintenance sites, evaluates the setup with the field team positions and operates the machine, and keeps it ready for the next assignment. The specialist diagnoses equipment problems, performs authorized service, and communicates equipment status promptly. The position calls for safe driving habits, sound field judgment, strong mechanical ability, and ability to provide clear communication to customers and crews.

Why this work matters

Bridge Masters’ equipment gives crews access to difficult work areas beneath bridges. In this role, you see a project through from dispatch and safe setup to field operation and return. Your judgment and care directly affect crew safety, equipment availability, and customer experience. You are the face of Bridge Masters when you are on site with the customer. You will work closely with rental, shop, and field teams to solve practical problems as they arise.

How success is measured

• Equipment arrives ready and on schedule, with complete transport and handoff documentation.
• Setups and operations follow the site plan, manufacturer instructions, and company procedures; concerns with hazards and changing conditions are raised before work proceeds.
• Equipment inspections, maintenance records, operating hours, and incident reports are accurate and timely.
• Preventive maintenance and effective troubleshooting reduce avoidable downtime; machines return clean and ready for the next assignment.
• Customers and crews receive clear communication and dependable support on every dispatch.

Major duties

• Transport and deliver under bridge access machines and supporting equipment; plan routes, conduct required vehicle inspections, secure loads, and complete driving logs (ELD).
• Coordinate site arrival, access, ground conditions, traffic control, overhead obstructions, and the machine’s operating envelope with the designated site team.
• Position, deploy, operate, and stow machines; communicate movements with spotters and crews, especially when personnel are on or near the equipment.
• Conduct pre-use and post-use inspections. Stop work when conditions are unsafe, protect equipment from further damage, and report concerns promptly.
• Perform authorized preventive maintenance and troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, controls, and truck-related issues. Test equipment after repairs and escalate work beyond assigned capability.
• Support loading, unloading, staging, customer handoffs, returns, parts coordination, and field service. Keep trucks, tools, and machines clean and organized.
• Work with the rental, shop, and field teams to prepare equipment for dispatch and resolve service issues at the Loudon office or job sites.

Qualifications and skills required

• Current Class A commercial driver license (CDL) and a clean driving record; maintain required endorsements and medical qualifications for assigned vehicles and loads.
• Experience driving commercial trucks or transporting heavy equipment, operating specialized construction equipment, and performing hands-on mechanical service or repair.
• Ability to read manuals and schematics, diagnose hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical faults, use tools and diagnostic equipment, and document work accurately.
• Ability to communicate clearly with customers, spotters, crews, and office staff; make careful decisions around moving equipment and changing site conditions.
• Ability to travel to job sites and work outdoors in varied weather, with occasional early starts, evenings, or overnight travel.

Preferred experience

Under bridge inspection equipment operation PREFERRED, heavy equipment operation/repair, aerial work platforms, truck-mounted access equipment, diesel engines, heavy truck systems, or work in active traffic-controlled work zones.

Physical and work environment

The job includes climbing into and out of equipment, walking on uneven ground, bending, reaching, working at height when assigned and trained, and moving tools or components with appropriate assistance or equipment. Equipment will be deployed off bridges, MUST BE COMFORTABLE WORKING AT HEIGHTS AND OVER WATER. Work occurs in the shop, on the road, and outdoors at job sites. Essential functions may be performed with reasonable accommodation.

Compensation and benefits

Base pay of $28-$34 DOE and qualifications. Prevailing Wage work is typical can exceed $55/hr. 401k employer match, Vacation/Holiday/Sick pay, 100% premium covered for Individual Health & Dental Care after probationary period (minimum requirements).