Haul Truck Driver - Trench - Texas First Rentals

HOLT Group•Arlington, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for the safe transportation of equipment to and from various customer job locations and stores. This position involves local hauling of equipment and supplies as well as loading, unloading, and securing the equipment. Additionally, this position will assist with rolling cable, inventory assistance, helping load/unload customers and various shop and/or yard activities when applicable. This position is responsible for the safe transportation of trench safety loads. The incumbent in this position is expected to model the following practices daily: Demonstrate alignment with the company's mission and core business values; Collaborate with key internal/external resources; Participate in ongoing self-development.

Requirements

High school or equivalent diploma preferred
Three years’ verifiable driving experience required, with verifiable over-the-road experience operating combination commercial vehicles
Valid Driver’s License with Class A CDL required to include the ability to maintain the License required
Possess knowledge of and/or previous experience in driving delivery trucks, towing tandem axle utility trailers, and towable construction equipment, and operating safely within high traffic or congested city zones and in small areas
Basic knowledge of industrial engine, transportation, and safe driving procedures
Knowledge and understanding of Motor Carrier Safety Regulations/DOT guidelines
Demonstrates proficiency with current computer software, related hardware, and machine electronic systems
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services including customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction
Quality control analysis skills - conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance
Operation and control skills - controlling operations of equipment or systems, forklift experience
Equipment selection skills - determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job
The ability to adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle quickly and repeatedly to exact positions
Ability to read maps and operate GPS systems
Ability to maintain a clean driver’s record and diligent attention to safety
Ability to operate hand tools, power tools, and equipment used in mechanical repair
The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble small objects
The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing
The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences

Responsibilities

Models, promotes, reinforces, and rewards the consistent use of HOLT’s Values Based Leadership (VBL) tools, models, and processes to ensure alignment with our Vision, Values, and Mission
Delivers and picks up of equipment for customers in a safe, timely, efficient, and courteous manner
Secures equipment by means of chaining, strapping, and blocking under the strict accordance and established procedures
Performs pre- and post- vehicle inspection; Inspect truck for defects and safe operating condition, before, during, and after delivery trips
Reports vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damage to the vehicles
Performs basic vehicle maintenance tasks, such as adding oil, fuel, or radiator fluid or performing minor repairs
Completes DOT required drivers daily log and trip sheets accurately and without misrepresentation
Performs basic troubleshooting involving malfunctioning equipment at job site and make minor repairs
Demonstrates proper and safe equipment usage to customer at the point of delivery
Obtains required signatures on rental contracts, pick up, and exchange forms
Assists with yard operations, inventory assistance, load/unload customers and various shop and/or yard activities whenever required in a safe and efficient manner
Requires regular and punctual employee attendance
Works safely at all times and adheres to all applicable safety policies; complies with all company policies, procedures, and standards
Performs other duties as assigned