CDL Driver-FTW

Job Type Full-time Description

* Inspect vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues and perform preventative maintenance. Any issues found will need to be brought to the attention of our in-house mechanic

* Safely drive a Class-A truck hauling equipment on a flatbed/low-boy trailer in a variety of conditions, including urban, suburban and rural environments

* Deliver and recover a variety of equipment, tools, and supplies to and from the customer worksite

* Drive safely in tight settings such as construction zones

* Comply with truck driving rules and regulations (size, weight, route designations, parking and break periods) as well as with company policies and procedures

* Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions

* Report defects, accidents or violations

* Willingness to always wear your seatbelt and the proper/required PPE (personal protective equipment) such as hard hat, hi-visibility class II DOT rated shirt or vest, 6 lace-up steel toed / metatarsal protected boots, eye/ear/face protection on an as needed basis0-

American Track Services provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, citizenship or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. American Track Services. is committed to assuring that all recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, and other employment related programs are provided fairly to all persons on an equal opportunity basis without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, citizenship or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Requirements

* High school diploma or general education degree - Preferred

* Must have a clear driving record - Required

* Valid Class A CDL license Required

* Ability to operate manual transmissions (13 speed) - Required

* Ability to drive long hours and travel regularly (sometimes staying out of town overnight) - Required

* Extensive knowledge of applicable truck driving rules and regulations - Required

* Ability to secure a load to a trailer - Required

* Adaptability and foresight to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions etc.) - Required

* Ability to operate various pieces of heavy equipment - Required

* Experience in railroad construction - a Plus

* Must be able to work a 40hr work week subject to overtime, on call, and alternate shifts that may include weeknights, weekends, and holidays - Required

* Able to work out of town on occasion - Required

* Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions (hot, cold, rain, etc.); uneven surfaces; safety sensitive work environment - Required