Heavy-Duty Wrecker and Lowboy Driver

ROUSH•Portland, OR

10d

About The Position

At Roush, we fuse technology and engineering to provide product development solutions to customers in a diverse range of industries. Widely recognized for providing engineering, testing, prototype, and manufacturing services to the transportation industry, Roush also provides significant support to the aerospace, defense and theme park industries. With over 2,400 employees in facilities throughout the United States, Europe, Asia, and South America, our unique combination of creativity and tenacity activates big ideas on a global stage. The Heavy-Duty Wrecker and Lowboy Driver will recover disabled vehicles and transport concept and prototype vehicles. Heavy-Duty Wrecker and Lowboy Driver will comply with all applicable rules and regulations and follow specialized instructions as needed. The role will also assist in testing equipment and components as needed.

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent education
A valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL A) and have an excellent driving record with the ability to pass our MVR standards
To be able to pass a DOT physical examination, DOT drug screen and criminal background check
Minimum 3 years of experience driving a heavy-duty wrecker and lowboy including hauling heavy and oversized loads in the mountains and inclement weather conditions (rain / snow / ice) safely
Extensive knowledge of vehicle weight displacement, limitations, and capabilities, when operating a heavy-duty wrecker or lowboy
Knowledge of applicable laws related to the operation of the vehicle to ensure all necessary licensing and permitting is in compliance
Good sense of direction with the ability to read maps and follow and take driving direction
Ability and willingness to travel approximately 75% for extended periods of time utilizing sleeper cab or hotels
Ability to sit and drive for up to 11 hours per shift
Ability to lift or move up to 50 pounds

Responsibilities

Recovery of disabled commercial vehicles
Safely and efficiently operating a heavy-duty wrecker and lowboy in their full capacity
Transport of non-running concept, prototype vehicles and show quality vehicles and ensuring the vehicle appearance meets customer expectations
Loading and unloading of lowboy trailers with oversized or heavy loads and specialty vehicles
Complying with all Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations
Observing all posted traffic signs and drive safely with flow of traffic
Complying with all applicable local traffic laws
Following any procedures or work instructions provided for assigned projects
Assisting engineering in testing concept and prototype components