Traveling Class A Commercial Driver/Operator

Job overview

The Traveling Class A Commercial Driver/Operator is based from the listed home-office locations of Durango, CO, and Farmington, NM, and works at pipeline project sites across the U.S. Compensation is $70,000–$100,000 annually, plus a $68 daily per diem; company-provided lodging is available while traveling. United Pipeline Systems works on pipeline integrity and installation solutions that protect critical infrastructure. The role combines commercial vehicle operation with hands-on pipeline installation work, typically about 20% driving and 80% site-based installation. It supports project crews by transporting materials and equipment safely, following DOT and company requirements, and assisting with installation activities during extended assignments away from home.

What you'll do

• Operate company Class A commercial motor vehicles to transport materials, equipment, and crew
• comply with DOT/FMCSA regulations and company safety policies, including inspections, logs, and load securement
• complete pre- and post-trip inspections and report issues
• travel to and remain at job sites for extended periods
• assist with pipeline installation, material handling, equipment operation, and site setup
• and follow job-site safety and PPE requirements.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

traveling cdl driver

class a cdl

pipeline installation

commercial motor vehicle

field operations

dot/fmcsa

travel-based

united states job sites

durango co

farmington nm

$70k–$100k/year

$68 daily per diem

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Company-provided lodging while traveling
• $68 daily per diem
• health, dental and vision insurance
• basic life insurance
• short-term disability
• 401(k) with company match
• paid time off and holidays
• advancement and professional development
• fuel card
• paid orientation and training
• safety equipment.

Why this role

Travel-based role with assignments typically lasting 3–4 months away from home; average work week is 10 hours a day, 6 days a week. Requires a Class A or B CDL with good-standing MVR, at least two years of verifiable driving experience after age 21, and ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Benefits include lodging while traveling, per diem, insurance, 401(k) match, paid time off and holidays, paid orientation and training, and safety equipment.

About the employer

United Pipeline Systems, Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Support Activities for Oil and Gas Operations. Sector: 21.