CDL Driver
About the job
- A valid Class A commercial driver's license is required.
- A valid Department of Transportation Medical Certificate is required.
- At least two years of commercial driving experience is required.
- Applicants must be at least 21 years old for in-state driving and 25 years old for interstate driving under insurance requirements.
- A clear motor vehicle driving record is required, subject to screening.
- A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Applicants must pass pre-employment drug testing and background screening.
- Operate commercial driver's license and non-commercial driver's license vehicles, including tractor-trailers and straight trucks, for regional and long-haul deliveries.
- Transport inventory between company branches, warehouses, event sites, and other designated locations locally and nationwide.
- Load and unload vehicles with warehouse or on-site event teams, ensuring proper handling and safety.
- Maintain accurate Electronic Logging Device logs in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration and company policies.
- Complete pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and report safety or maintenance concerns.
- Record fuel receipts and maintain accurate International Fuel Tax Agreement mileage reports.
- Keep vehicles clean and ready, including maintaining external presentation and interior safety supplies.
- Comply with local, state, and federal traffic regulations and company safety policies.
- Maintain contact with the supervisor while in transit and provide updates as required.
- Perform on-site logistics and support duties at show sites when not driving, such as helping stage or unload.
- Assist with warehouse operations between jobs, including equipment movement and organization.
- Communicate with internal staff, clients, venue contacts, and show labor.
- Assist with securing or tarping loads and checking strapping and tie-downs according to safety protocols.
- Participate in driver meetings and submit regular status updates and checklists.
- Represent the company professionally in appearance, communication, and conduct.
- Experience in live event or trade show transportation is preferred.
- Forklift certification or loading experience is preferred.
- Strong knowledge of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration and Department of Transportation compliance procedures is preferred.
About the company
Heritage Exposition Services coordinates and delivers trade show and convention production on a nationwide scale from its St. Louis base. Its services cover the full lifecycle of an event, from design through execution, under service contracts with event organizers. The company operates with a large warehouse and office footprint (50,000 square feet) in new markets to improve inventory storage and on-site logistics, supporting efficient delivery across major U.S. cities. A key difference is its combination of long-standing industry experience, a broad network of partnerships, and integrated design and quoting capabilities (enhanced by its partnership with EXPOCAD) to streamline planning and execution. The goal is to help clients run successful trades shows and conventions across the country by providing end-to-end, on-time event production and logistics.
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- February 24, 2026 Florida launch expands capacity near Tampa, Orlando, and Miami venues.
- Phoenix opening and expanded warehouse space improve inventory depth and faster fulfillment.
- EXPOCAD partnership and national footprint strengthen sales velocity against fragmented local rivals.
What critics are saying
- Heritage still relies on cyclical convention budgets and event calendars for revenue.
- New Florida, Phoenix, and San Antonio facilities increase fixed costs before utilization proves out.
- ESOP transition on December 3, 2025 complicates governance and retention during expansion.
What makes Heritage Exposition Services unique
- National full-service event production spans design, logistics, graphics, carpet, and on-site operations.
- Florida facility opened February 24, 2026, strengthening rapid-deployment coverage across major convention markets.
- December 2023 EXPOCAD integration speeds design-to-quote workflows for exhibition clients.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- 401(k) Company Match
- Company Equity
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Leave
- Paid Holidays
- Training Programs
- Professional Development Budget