What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lowboy Driver position at William A. Hazel, Inc.?
William A. Hazel, Inc., a total site development contractor for over 60 years, is looking for a Lowboy Driver. William A. Hazel, Inc., operates all over the Northern Virginia Area and parts of West Virginia. By applying to this position, you acknowledge and understand you may be required to commute to job sites.
Essential Functions
- Qualification to drive, under both the DOT regulations and in the opinion of the company.
- Conduct Pre-Trip and Post-Trip Safety Inspections and document as required. Documentation turned into Dispatcher daily.
- Safely transport heavy equipment (excavators, dozers, loaders, etc.) to and from job sites
- Load and unload equipment onto lowboy trailers
- Properly secure equipment for transport in compliance with DOT regulations
- Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections
- Coordinate with field teams and dispatch on delivery schedules
- Ensure equipment is delivered on time and in good condition
- Maintain cleanliness and basic upkeep of truck and trailer
- Follow all company safety policies and procedures
- Equipment will meet standard legal requirements prior to leaving site; put flags, warning lights, and signage in place prior to leaving site
- Driver must report immediately to the Dispatcher any traffic citations either in a company vehicle or his own personal vehicle.
Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Less than high school education required; or up to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education experience. 2 years truck driving experience with at least 2 year driving a lowboy truck. Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with standardized situations with only an occasional or no variables , and the ability to follow directions to a job site. Must have: Commercial Driver's License: Class A; DOT Medical Card: Up to Date.
Physical Demands & Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions and is regularly exposed to fumes or airborn particles, extreme cold, extreme heat, and vibration. The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts and in high precarious places and is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
William A. Hazel, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local law.
We believe in building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and are committed to providing equal opportunity in all aspects of employment, including recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, and benefits.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $32.00 - $37.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
Trucking Driver Type:
- Company driver
Trucking Route:
- Regional
Application Question(s):
- How many years of lowboy truck driving experience do you have?
- Are you willing to be consistent and dependable?
License/Certification:
- CDL A (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $32 - $37