Tractor Trailer Driver

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Job Title Tractor Trailer Driver Baton Rouge LA USA 70815

Employment Status Full-time

Posting Start Date 102326

If you are currently an employee of Herc Rentals please apply using this link Herc Employee Career Portal

Founded in 1965 Herc Rentals is one of the leading equipment rental suppliers in North America with 2025 total revenues reaching approximately 4.4 billion. Herc Rentals parent company known as Herc Holdings Inc. listed on the New York Stock Exchange on July 1 2016 under the symbol HRI." Herc Rentals serves customers through approximately 607 locations and has about 10000 employees in North America as of June 30 2026.

Job Purpose The purpose of the Tractor Trailer Driver position is to transport deliver and retrieve assorted construction and heavy equipment while supporting branch operations in a professional safe and timely manner. This position operates both commercial and non‑commercial vehicles safely and efficiently. Tractor Trailer Drivers perform to a high standard of quality within the branch and in the field and demonstrate mastery of operating standards at the facility regional and corporate levels.

What you will do... Transport deliver and retrieve assorted construction and heavy equipment

Operate commercial or non-commercial vehicles in a safe efficient and professional manner

Promote professionalism and excellent customer service attitude

Perform vehicle inspections before and after pickups and deliveries

Ensure all delivery documents are properly maintained during the workday and are available for inspection upon request by management andor state traffic safety officers

Apply knowledge of driving andor commercial driving skills in maneuvering at various speeds in difficult locations heavy traffic inclement weather mountainous terrain or tight loading dock areas

Secure construction equipment and other equipment by means of chaining strapping and blocking under the strict accordance and established procedures of the DOT policies

Maintain open communication with Branch Manager andor central dispatch for delivery schedules

Observe safety rules and regulations at customer job sites facilities and other Herc Rentals related facilities

Provide training assistance for customers by answering general questions regarding the safe operations of vehicles tools or machinery when asked by customer

Report to the branch manager or central dispatcher of any damage to Herc Rentals property that is uncovered by the driver during the process of picking up the equipment from the customer

Report any and all accidents involving the driver or equipment to Branch Manager or Central Dispatch

Promptly report any delays due to breakdowns weather traffic conditions or any other problems relating to timely pickups or delivery of equipment

Maintain flexibility in daily routine in order to respond to Managements responses to the customer demands

Ensure proper paperwork & logs are maintained accurately on a daily basis

Requirements H.S. Diploma or equivalent

Minimum of 2 years of tractor trailer driving experience within the last three years

Commercial Drivers License Class A with tanker endorsement

Current medical card

Hazmat endorsement must be obtained within 120 days of employment. Assistance will be provided.

Skills Ability to operate large heavy machinery

Ability to secure loads safely

Customer service skills

Ability to safely lift 50 pounds frequently

Must be able to work indoors and outdoors when required of the job

Ability to perform repetitive tasks stretch turn twist and reach overhead bend crouch squat kneel and stoop for extended periods of time

Ability to sit stand and walk for extended periods of time

Req 72328

Pay Range 29.00 - 33.00 per hour

Please be advised that the actual salary offered for any position is subject to the companys sole discretion and may be influenced by various factors including but not limited to the candidates qualifications experience location and overall fit for the role.

Herc Rentals values its employees and provides excellent compensation and benefits packages which are not limited to the following.

Keeping you healthy Medical Dental and Vision Coverage

Life and disability insurance

Flex spending and health savings accounts

Virtual Health Visits

24 Hour Nurse Line

Healthy Pregnancy Program

Tobacco Cessation Program

Weight Loss Program

Building Your Financial Future 401k plan with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Life & Work Harmony Paid Time Off Holidays Vacations Sick Days

Paid parental leave.Military leave & support for those in the National Guard and Reserves

Employee Assistance Program EAP

Adoption Assistance Reimbursement Program

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Auto & Home Insurance Discounts

Protecting You & Your Family Company Paid Life Insurance

Supplemental Life Insurance

Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

Company Paid Disability Insurance

Supplemental Disability Insurance

Group Legal Plan

Critical Illness Insurance

Accident Insurance

Herc does not discriminate in employment based on the basis of race creed color religion sex age disability national origin marital status sexual orientation citizenship status political affiliation parental status military service or other non-merit factors.

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