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Horn Lake, Mississippi, United States
Onsite
Upchurch is a rapidly growing, full-service building engineering company providing mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical services across the southeastern United States. Founded in 1970 and headquartered in Horn Lake, MS, Upchurch has grown through both organic expansion and strategic acquisitions, establishing a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and service excellence. We offer end-to-end solutions—from design and installation to ongoing maintenance and emergency support—helping clients maximize building performance, energy efficiency, and equipment lifespan.
Drive & deliver: Operate CDL vehicle (Class A flatbed/tractor-trailer/lowboy or Class B stake bed/box/dump) for local and regional runs.
Load securement: Strap/chain/binder per FMCSA; protect loads (pipe, steel, equipment, HVAC units, fixtures).
Equipment handling: Use forklift/telehandler or jobsite equipment to assist with loading/unloading; coordinate with rigging/crane as needed.
Inspections & logs: Perform pre/post-trip inspections, document defects, keep ELD/HOS compliant, maintain BOLs and delivery paperwork.
Care of equipment: Keep truck/trailer clean and road-worthy; report maintenance needs promptly.
Jobsite coordination: Communicate ETA, site access, and staging with Dispatch, Foremen, and PMs; follow site safety rules and PPE.
General support: Help warehouse with material staging, returns, and occasional will-call pickups.
Minimum
Valid CDL A or B, current DOT medical card, and insurable MVR.
1+ year commercial driving experience (school + supervised experience considered).
Strong knowledge of load securement for flatbed/stake bed; able to safely use chains/straps/binders, tarps.
Able to lift 75 lbs, climb, work outdoors, and navigate active construction sites.
Reliable, punctual, professional communication with team and customers.
Must pass background check & drug screen; complete I-9 verification.
Preferred
Flatbed/lowboy experience; construction deliveries.
Forklift certification (or ability to obtain quickly).
Rigging/signalperson familiarity; OSHA-10 within 30 days.
Helpful endorsements: Tanker and/or HazMat (not required).
Experience delivering pipe, mechanical equipment, and large HVAC units.
Full-time; day shift with overtime as needed. Most routes are local/regional with occasional early starts or late returns. Rare overnights.
On-time deliveries with zero incidents.
Flawless paperwork/compliance (ELD/HOS, BOLs, inspections).
Well-maintained truck/trailer and positive feedback from field teams.
Benefits:
Competitive pay based on experience.
Health, dental, and vision insurance.
Paid time off and holiday pay.
Opportunities for professional development and certification assistance.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Upchurch Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.