CDL-A Dump Truck Driver

CJ Hughes Construction, Inc.•Huntington Station, NY

2d•$26

About The Position

In this position, the CDL-A Truck Driver will be assigned to a crew and will assist in the installation, repair and/or replacement of underground natural gas pipelines, and other services. This position is considered to involve about 20% CDL-A experienced Truck Driver duties and 80% laborer duties. Position is physically demanding and includes gas distribution pipeline construction, repair, and maintenance and general laboring duties while being responsible for operating CDL-A required vehicles, and other duties as assigned by supervisor. This position requires the individual to have a valid CDL-A driver’s license with a driving record that meets the requirements of the Company Fleet Policy.

Requirements

Valid CDL-A Driver’s License with driving record meeting Company Fleet Policy Standards
Knowledge of underground utilities and locator markings
Skill to operate vehicle in close proximity to workers and underground utilities
Ability to interact with public, supervisors, and coworkers professionally at all times
Possess a strong work ethic with a commitment to safety and excellence
Ability to comprehend and communicate specific directions to ensure the safety of all
Ability to tolerate working in extreme weather conditions
Distinguish safety colors with 20/20 eyesight, if necessary, using corrective lenses
Withstand prolonged and repeated: lifting (including overhead, up to 50lbs); standing; climbing; kneeling; reaching and feeling; crouching and crawling
Ability to work with a heightened awareness within the “red zone” of heavy equipment
Flexibility to work various locations and schedules with the ability to travel, stay late or even overnight, when necessary, with little or no notice
Possess and ability to maintain a valid DOT medical card
Valid CDL-A License for > 1 year
CDL-A driving/operating experience > 1 year
Heavy physical laborer experience > 3 years
Satisfactory Pre-employment drug screening
Provide US work authorization documents for I-9 form
MVR satisfying Company Fleet Vehicle Policy requirements
Satisfactory Criminal History Check (if required by customer)
Possess a valid DOT medical card
Pass all driver qualification testing

Nice To Haves

Valid CDL-A License for > 2 years
CDL-A driving experience > 2 years
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Gas distribution pipeline construction experience > 1 year

Responsibilities

Drive vehicles such as dump truck, large truck and trailer, equipment haulers, etc. in excess of 26,000 lbs. to haul Equipment, Pipe, Other Materials, Debris, etc
Loading, Unloading, and Securing equipment and materials; use of Chains, Ratchet Straps, tarps etc. to secure loads
Daily pre-shift vehicle and equipment inspections, including any required forms
Keeping daily log, if required
Laboring on gas distribution crew, especially hand shoveling/digging
Heavy/Repeated lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs
Working in extreme weather conditions