What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transport Truck Driver position at Granite Excavation, Inc.?
Job Summary
Job Description : Construction Truck drivers are given the large responsibility of transporting various materials from one point to another. One of the first tasks that have to be done is a careful vehicle inspection, complete walk around. The driver is responsible of making sure that the truck is properly loaded and secured before taking it out on the road. Drivers who operate vehicles that are able to transport 26,000 pounds or a heavier load of cargo, such as in a tractor-trailer, are required to have a Commercial Driver’s License.
Title : Construction Transport Driver
Division:Treasure Valley Locations
Reports to: Carl Newman
Summary : Granite Excavation is seeking experienced transport drivers. Granite is a family owned construction company located in Cascade, ID, as well as operates out of the Boise area. We specialize in earthmoving, underground utilities, paving, and miscellaneous concrete structures in the public and private sectors. We also aim to provide turnkey GC packages in multiple private industries, as well as acting as General Contractors on complex public works projects. Applicant needs to have a valid driver’s license, and the ability to pass a drug test. Granite is an equal employment opportunity company.
Primary responsibilities
- Work well with coworkers and customers; maintain professionalism and follow safety standards
- Experience with heavy haul, wide/oversize loads, and 53-ft lowboy trailers
- Experience operating heavy equipment to assist with loading trailers safely and efficiently.
- Excellent, verifiable driving record and ability to meet FMCSA regulations
- Valid CDL, current DOT Medical Card; tanker and hazmat endorsements preferred
- Follow foreman instructions and meet daily jobsite expectations
- Ensure timely pickups and deliveries and manage job-related stress
- Maintain cargo records, hours, and delivery details
- Inspect, clean, fuel, and maintain truck and equipment
- Report incidents, defects, violations, hazards, or malfunctions
- Verify delivery instructions and routes before transport
Review work orders or schedules to determine operations or procedures.
Extensive Knowledge on
- Performing daily inspections of truck
- Maintenance Skills, able to perform maintenance tasks that help ensure the truck meets compliance and other safety standards
- Operating vehicle using safe and courteous driving techniques
- Ability to perform minor repairs and routing maintenance on vehicle
- Traffic Regulations
- Transporting equipment and/or materials to job sites
- Operating equipment safely and efficiently by following proper loading and unload procedures
Additional Qualifications & Specialized Training requirements
- First Aid & CPR
Additional Requirements
- Ability to drive long hours and travel regularly
- Adapt to changing schedules and irregular sleep patterns
- Work in extreme conditions (vibration, noise, temperature)
- Load/unload freight up to 50,000 lbs and lift 10–50 lbs
- Perform vehicle and cargo inspections
- Install tire chains and handle heavy tarps/straps
- Bend, stoop, crouch, and inspect under vehicles
- Frequently enter/exit cab and climb ladders
Granite Excavation, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. It is our policy to recruit, hire and promote qualified persons without regard to race, sex, religion, national origin, age or disabilities. If you need any reasonable accommodations in the application or the interviewing process, please notify someone in our office.
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $26.00 - $30.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $26 - $30