Heavy Equipment Operator/Hauler

Northern Plains Railroad, Inc.•Grand Forks, ND

19h

About The Position

The Heavy Equipment Hauler loads, secures, drives, and unloads heavy equipment tractor-trailer rig to deliver and pick up equipment and components at customer locations, Company facilities, and suppliers.

Requirements

Must possess and maintain a current Class A commercial driver’s license (CDL). Health card required.
Able to operate heavy equipment or possess comprehensive skills to learn.
GED or higher
At least 1 years’ experience driving truck.
Valid Class A CDL Driver's License required
Six months to one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must have and maintain an insurable driving status which includes but is not limited to NPR driver provisions.
Pass a mandatory drug test to maintain a drug-free workplace. Random, reasonable suspicion and post-accident testing may also be required throughout employment.
Undergo a thorough physical examination to ensure the requirements of the position can be met.
Provide professional references to validate qualifications and character.
Complete a comprehensive background check to confirm suitability for the position.

Responsibilities

Maintains Class A driver's license, acceptable driving record and current medical card.
Properly utilizes company vehicle; operates in compliance with DMV rules and regulations.
Participates in U.S. Department of Transportation drug and alcohol testing program.
Performs basic safety and operational vehicle inspections before and after each trip.
Performs daily / routine maintenance and / or mechanical repairs of assigned truck as skill and time allows.
Operates a variety of equipment to move them on, properly secure, and remove from the trailer at destination.
Demonstrate basic equipment operation to customers as required.
Uses material handling equipment (loader, skid steer, forklift, etc.) to load and unload vehicle.
Uses road maps for efficient and timely transportation.
Maintains proper permits, bills of lading, invoices and other forms to account for pick up and deliveries.
Maintains accurate logbook records.
Works flexible schedule in order to meet the needs of the Company and the customer.
Assist in the restoration, renewal, maintenance, and new construction of track structures as needed. Ability to travel. Overtime.