Haul Truck Driver at Quanta… · Grand…

About Us

NorthStar Energy Solutions, a Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE:PWR) company, is headquartered in Grand Prairie, TX and operates across the Central Southwest part of the United States. We are leaders specializing in transmission lines, distribution lines, substation construction, foundations, storm damage repairs, and electrical contracting.

Joining our team means being part of an organization that values drive and inclusion. We focus on career development and reward excellence, recognizing each team member's unique contributions. We're at the forefront of powering modern life. Discover how your skills and dedication can make a real difference to us.

About this Role

NorthStar Energy Solutions, LLC. is hiring! The Heavy Haul Driver is responsible for safely transporting heavy equipment, oversized loads, construction materials, and utility construction assets to and from job sites, yards, vendors, and project locations. The role supports field operations by ensuring equipment is delivered on time, properly secured, and in compliance with company policies, DOT regulations, permit requirements, and all applicable federal, state, and local transportation laws.

What You'll Do

• Safely operate heavy haul trucks, lowboys, flatbeds, step decks, RGN trailers, and other tractor-trailer combinations as assigned.
• Transport heavy construction and utility equipment such as excavators, dozers, backhoes, trenchers, digger derricks, bucket trucks, cable pullers, reel trailers, cranes, skid steers, loaders, and other specialized assets.
• Load, unload, chain, bind, flag, and secure equipment and materials in accordance with company standards, DOT regulations, and proper load securement practices.
• Perform pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip inspections of trucks, trailers, equipment, load securement, tires, lights, brakes, hydraulics, and safety equipment.
• Verify load weights, dimensions, route restrictions, permits, escort requirements, and delivery instructions before transport.
• Plan and follow safe routes for oversized or overweight loads, including awareness of bridge limits, height clearances, road restrictions, traffic conditions, and weather impacts.
• Maintain accurate driver logs, inspection reports, fuel records, bills of lading, delivery tickets, permits, and other required transportation documentation.
• Communicate professionally with dispatch, fleet leadership, project managers, foremen, mechanics, vendors, and job site personnel regarding pickup and delivery status.
• Report equipment defects, safety concerns, incidents, delays, route issues, or maintenance needs immediately to the appropriate supervisor.
• Assist with basic equipment movement, yard organization, trailer staging, and general fleet support duties as needed.
• Follow all company safety rules, customer site requirements, OSHA expectations, and utility construction worksite procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional truck and trailer while representing the company in a safe and courteous manner.

What You'll Bring

Required Qualifications

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with a clean and acceptable driving record.
• Minimum of 2 to 3 years of experience operating commercial tractor-trailers; heavy haul or equipment transport experience strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations, hours-of-service rules, vehicle inspection requirements, and load securement standards.
• Experience loading, unloading, chaining, binding, and transporting heavy equipment safely.
• Ability to read and understand permits, route plans, maps, GPS instructions, delivery paperwork, and basic equipment information.
• Ability to safely operate manual and automatic transmission trucks as required by the fleet.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment and random drug and alcohol testing in accordance with DOT and company requirements.
• Must be able to work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, overnight travel, and overtime as project needs require.
• Strong attention to detail, safety awareness, communication skills, and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in utility construction, electrical transmission, distribution, gas, telecom, substation, foundation, or civil construction environments.
• Experience operating lowboy, RGN, extendable, multi-axle, pole, reel, flatbed, step deck, or specialized utility trailers.
• Experience hauling oversized or overweight loads and working with route permits and escort requirements.
• Familiarity with construction equipment operation sufficient to load and unload equipment safely.
• Tank, doubles/triples, or hazmat endorsements, if required by company operations.
• Basic mechanical knowledge and ability to identify maintenance issues before they become safety or reliability concerns.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit and drive for extended periods while maintaining focus and safe vehicle control.
• Ability to climb on and off trucks, trailers, and equipment using three points of contact.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, reach, twist, pull, and perform repetitive movements during inspections and load securement.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds as needed, including chains, binders, straps, tools, and safety equipment.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, wind, mud, and uneven terrain.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, high-visibility clothing, steel-toe boots, and other job-specific PPE.

What You'll Get

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.