--- title: CDL Class A Driver OTR at R-2 CONTRACTORS description: R-2 CONTRACTORS is hiring for the CDL Class A Driver OTR role in Bakersfield, CA. Pays $22–$34 per hour. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/cdl-class-a-driver-otr-at-r-2-contractors-01a121c6-590e-74a1-b31b-bc1eb8ce4b38 date: 2026-11-15T01:26:44Z og_description: Join R-2 CONTRACTORS as CDL Class A Driver OTR in Bakersfield, CA. Pays $22–$34 per hour. Full-time role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/kpkdys.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | R-2 CONTRACTORS | | **Location** | Bakersfield, CA | | **Salary** | $22/hr - $34/hr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Oct 09, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A- · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** No H-1B sponsorship on record for R-2 CONTRACTORS. - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for R-2 CONTRACTORS. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $48,000 – $80,000 a year (median $59,000). ## Description **Join the R-2 Contractors Team!** For more than 15 years, R2 Contractors has built a reputation for excellence in civil and underground construction. Founded in 2009, we take pride in delivering high-quality excavation and utility construction services with a commitment to safety, professionalism, and craftsmanship. Our core values are simple: **Pride, Grit, & Own It!** **Position: CDL- A Local or OTR Driver (AZ)** R2 Contractors is seeking a dependable and experienced **CDL- A Driver** to support construction operations OTR. This is a **driving position**, allowing drivers to be home regularly while playing a key role in transporting heavy equipment and materials to project sites across the region. **What You'll Do** - Safely transport heavy construction equipment and materials to and from Arizona job sites. - Operate a variety of CDL-class vehicles, including lowboy trailers, dump trucks, flatbeds, and other heavy-haul equipment. - Assist field crews as needed at project locations. - Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure equipment safety and compliance. - Load, secure, and transport equipment in accordance with DOT regulations. - Follow all company policies, safety procedures, and transportation requirements. - Maintain accurate paperwork, inspection reports, and delivery documentation. **Qualifications** - Valid **Class A CDL** is required and Medical card. - Experience hauling and securing heavy construction equipment. - Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety. - Experience operating forklifts, pallet jacks, or similar material-handling equipment preferred. - Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with project teams. - Must pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check. **Compensation & Benefits** - **$22-$34 per hour**, DOE. - Paid Time Off (PTO) - **Employer paid f**or- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance for the entire family. - 401(k) with company match. - 5-Year Employment Appreciation Bonus.-$25K **Schedule** - Full-time - Monday - Friday - Occasional schedule flexibility based on project demands. - What types of tractors do we operate? We have 3-4 axle Kenworth T880s and 3 Peterbilt 579s for our sleeper trucks. We run dump trucks, water trucks, a transfer, a tub, and 2 belly dumps. We also run some step deck and lowboy as needed locally. - What trailer configurations and equipment do our drivers typically haul? We run step decks and lowboys up to 10 axles. **Apply Today!** If you're a safety-focused CDL A driver looking for a stable, local opportunity with a growing construction company, we'd love to hear from you. Join a team that values hard work, accountability, and quality in everything we do. **R-2 Contractors – Pride, Grit, & Own It** *R-2 Contractors is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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