Winch DriverND Energy Services is seeking a skilled Class A CDL Winch Truck Driver to safely load, transport, position, and unload heavy equipment, oversized loads, and oilfield materials using a winch truck. This position supports oilfield operations by transporting equipment to customer locations while maintaining compliance with DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, and company safety standards. The ideal candidate has experience operating winch trucks, bed trucks, heavy equipment transport, oversized loads, and oilfield hauling. Previous crane support or rig moving experience is preferred.
Essential duties and responsibilities include:
Safely operate a Class A CDL winch truck to transport heavy equipment and oversized loads.
Load, position, secure, transport, and unload equipment using hydraulic winch systems.
Properly secure loads using chains, binders, straps, and approved cargo securement equipment.
Verify loads comply with weight restrictions, permit requirements, and DOT
required pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip inspections of trucks, winch systems, trailers, and equipment.
Inspect and maintain winch cables, chains, binders, rigging, and load securement equipment.
Assist the Crane Division with equipment moves, lifting operations, and job site support as needed.
Attend and actively participate in company safety meetings and training.
Communicate with dispatch, supervisors, crane operators, and customers regarding deliveries and job
all company, customer, DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, and safety policies and procedures.
Immediately report accidents, incidents, equipment damage, near misses, or safety concerns.
Safely perform work in all weather conditions and at customer job sites.
Complete additional transportation and operational duties as assigned.
Required qualifications include:- Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
- Valid driver's license
- Ability to meet all DOT qualification requirements.
- Acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)
- Ability to pass:
- DOT pre-employment drug and alcohol screening
- Random DOT drug and alcohol testing
- Background check
- Motor Vehicle Record review
- Ability to lift 75 pounds and perform physically demanding work.
- Ability to work safely in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong organizational, teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Reliable transportation to and from work.
Preferred qualifications include:- Previous Winch Truck Driver experience
- Oilfield transportation experience
- Bed truck experience
- Heavy haul experience
- Oversized load hauling experience
- Crane support experience
- Rig moving experience
- Knowledge of oversized load permits and routing requirements
Knowledge and skills include:- Knowledge of DOT and FMCSA regulations
- Knowledge of cargo securement requirements
- Understanding of oversized load permits and routing
- Safe operation of hydraulic winch systems
- Safe operation of commercial trucks and heavy equipment
- Heavy equipment loading and transport
- Strong mechanical aptitude
- Commitment to safe work practices and attention to detail
Work environment includes:- Outdoor work in all weather conditions
- Exposure to extreme heat, cold, wind, rain, snow, mud, and ice
- Uneven terrain and active construction or oilfield environments
- Frequent climbing, lifting, bending, kneeling, and walking
- Heavy physical work
- Long hours and weekend work during peak operations
Schedule includes:- Full-TimeLocal and Regional Routes
- Overtime opportunities available
- Weekend work as business demands
- Variable hours based on customer needs
Education and experience include:
High School Diploma or GED preferredPrevious commercial driving experience preferredPrevious winch truck or bed truck experience preferred Heavy haul, oilfield, or crane support experience is highly desirable
Benefits include:- Competitive hourly pay ($80,000-$130,000 annually)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Retirement Plan with Company MatchModern, well-maintained equipment
- Full-time, year-round employment
- Safety-focused culture
- Career advancement opportunities
- Why join ND Energy Services?
- Competitive pay with overtime opportunities
- Stable year-round work
- Modern fleet and equipment
- Strong safety culture
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Opportunities to grow within the company
- Join a respected leader serving the energy industry
