Haul Truck Driver - Texas First Rentals

HOLT Group•Lancaster, TX

17h•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for the safe transportation of industrial and commercial equipment to and from various customer job locations and branch stores. This position involves local or long-distance hauling of equipment and supplies as well as loading, unloading, and securing the equipment. The incumbent in this position is expected to model the following practices on a daily basis: Demonstrate alignment with the company's mission and core business values, Collaborate with key internal/external resources, Participate in ongoing self-development.

Requirements

Three years’ driving experience preferred, with verifiable over-the-road experience operating combination commercial vehicles
High school or equivalent diploma preferred
Valid Driver’s license with Class A CDL certification, DOT Physical Examination (Medical card)
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

Nice To Haves

Basic knowledge of construction equipment and safe driving procedures
Knowledge and understanding of Motor Carrier Safety Regulations/DOT guidelines
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes 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
Equipment selection skills - determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job
The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle 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

Delivery and pick up of equipment for customers in a safe and timely, efficient, and courteous manner
Secure construction equipment and other equipment, by means of chaining, strapping, and blocking under the strict accordance and established procedures
Perform pre- and post- vehicle inspection; Inspect truck for defects and safe operating condition, before, during, and after delivery trips
Report vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damage to the vehicles
Perform basic vehicle maintenance tasks, such as adding oil, fuel, or radiator fluid or performing minor repairs
Complete DOT required drivers daily log and trip sheets accurately and without misrepresentation
Perform basic troubleshooting involving malfunctioning equipment at job site and make minor repairs
Demonstration of proper and safe equipment usage to customer at the point of delivery
Obtain required signatures on rental contracts, pick up, and exchange forms
Assist other departments whenever required in an efficient manner
Performs other duties as assigned