CDL A - Heavy Equipment Hauler

Job Description

Job Description

DESCRIPTION :

We are seeking a reliable and dependable CDL Driver – Heavy Equipment Hauler to join our team. The CDL Driver is responsible for the transportation of heavy equipment & material to and from job sites. This role is responsible for operating in a manner that will optimize the company’s efficiency and help achieve daily and weekly goals including driving to and from designated locations, verifying loads, maintain record of duty status according to state and federal regulations, and performing pre-trip and post-trip inspections. Must be willing to travel M-F approximately 50-65% of the time.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Properly secures heavy equipment or material for transport while ensuring all loads conform to local, state, and federal regulations.
• Responsible for loading & unloading heavy equipment or materials for transportation, including proper securement and binding for proper transport to job sites.
• Drive truck to and from designated destinations for up to 11 hours with and maximum of 14 hours total as DOT rules allow.
• Safely drive a Class-A truck hauling equipment on a combination trailer in a variety of conditions, including urban, suburban, and rural environments
• Operate Dump Truck or Grapple Truck pulling a combination trailer with Backhoe, to and from jobsites and operating Backhoe on the jobsites.
• Perform daily pre & post- trip inspections / safety checks with appropriate documentation in compliance with DOT guidelines and company policies.
• Reports all safety issues and / or repairs required.
• Performs minor repairs and preventative maintenance to ensure vehicle is in safe operation condition.
• Follow all DOT regulations and company safety driving guidelines and policies.
• Maintain records required for compliance with state and federal regulations including driver’s record of duty status, mileage records and other records required by law.
• Obeying and following applicable traffic laws
• Must keep truck in a clean and orderly condition.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

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