Heavy Haul Lowboy Driver

2416 120th street, Lubbock TX

Description

POSITION SCOPE The Class A Heavy Haul Truck Driver is a safety sensitive position responsible for transporting oversize and overweight equipment to the job sites. The drivers will be exposed to different situations and equipment in performing their assigned task and are responsible for maintaining their assigned equipment. PRIMARY DUTIES Operates, loads, and unloads oversized and/or overweight parts and equipment to be hauled. Assist with loading and unloading of oversized/overweight equipment and ensure that all loads are properly prepared, loaded, and secured before the vehicle proceeds to avoid shifting, loosening, or falling while enroute; perform a thorough pre- and post-check to inspect the load and truck before and after each stop. Ability to read and review permit for route, special considerations, and safety provisions. Prepare before and stow away after each trip the vehicle, trailer, and all auxiliary equipment such as chains, straps, blocks, and gears. Comply with all DOT, State, and local traffic and highway laws, rules and regulations and safely operate all equipment in compliance with all legal weight and load size limits. Take pictures of questionable machine damage and report immediately. Mechanical and hydraulic trailer experience as well as skills to perform minor maintenance on equipment as required. Safety, Safety, Safety- complies with all DOT and company policies, procedures, and standards of safety. BACKGROUND Must be at least 21 years old. Valid Class A CDL with Hazmat and Tanker endorsements or the ability to obtain endorsements is required. Valid DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate is required Basic knowledge and understanding of all oversized/overweight hauling rules and regulations on federal, state, county, and city jurisdictions is required. Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test is required. Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds is required. Acceptable MVR is required. Ability to complete work tasks under various adverse weather conditions including heat more than 100 degrees, cold, and rain. Basic Computer Skills Required (Email, Smart Phone, Excel)