Heavy Truck Driver

McLennan County • Tx, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Heavy Truck Driver is a part of the Road and Bridge team, responsible for the construction and maintenance of roads and bridges in the county that are not part of the state highway system or within a municipality. This role performs skilled duties associated with the operation of trucks and the repair, maintenance, and construction of County roads, bridges, and right-of-ways, including operating heavy equipment incidental to the work.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED; in lieu of degree a minimum 4 years experience in construction work, heavy equipment operating or related fields.
• A valid Texas CDL-Class A license and a good driving record.
• Working knowledge of road construction procedures and practices.
• Knowledge of DOT guidelines.
• Ability to make independent decisions.
• Ability to communicate effectively and appropriately with employees and the general public.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test.

Nice To Haves

• One (1) year experience driving a tractor / dump-trailer combination.
• Three (3) years of stable work experience.
• Experience operating heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operates heavy duty trucks or trailer trucks in connection with the transporting or collection of large quantities of materials such as dirt, gravel, sand, rock, pea gravel, sludge, and heavy-duty supplies.
• Inspects and performs operator maintenance such as lubricating and making minor mechanical repairs.
• Notifies mechanics of any necessary repairs needed to equipment.
• Operates heavy equipment in the removal and placement of dirt, gravel, rock, etc., and other similar operations to maintain the existing network of County roads.
• Assists in routine road maintenance, drainage system construction and maintenance, and/or river/creek maintenance or flood control.
• Activity may include brushing; maintaining culverts; maintaining ditches; blading; reshaping and improving shoulders; and clearing debris from the roadway surface and right of way; excavating; placing embankment; pipe installation; placing rip rap; vegetation management and/or mowing; grading.
• Performs all work in compliance with applicable laws and regulations, County and department policies and procedures, and standards of quality and safety.
• Regular attendance and timeliness are required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED