LOWBOY DRIVER I

The Branch Group Inc•Burnsville, NC

65d

About The Position

Branch is searching for an experienced and safety-oriented Lowboy Driver to join our well-established, growing company. The Lowboy Truck Driver operates heavy duty truck typically designed and used for "off road" transportation of earth, rock or other mass or bulk materials. This position will also be driving a Dump Truck when needed.

Requirements

Knowledge of construction techniques
1 - 3 years of heavy duty truck driving experience
Working knowledge of OSHA regulations
DOT experience preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

Inspect truck for any defective items at the beginning and end of each work day per DOT requirements.
Prepare a daily drivers log book per DOT regulations and submit to dispatcher on a daily basis.
Perform pre-start-up inspection of road tractors and equipment to ensure all fluid levels, grease, tire pressures, hydraulic lines, batteries, etc. are in accordance with manufacturer's specifications.
Have, keep, and maintain in effect a current commercial driver's license and medical card in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.
Perform a mechanical inspection on every piece of equipment hauled and turn in a vehicle inspection report daily.
Complete all required documents, driver's daily log, time sheets, inspection report, etc. and submit to dispatcher each workday by 7:30 AM.
Upon receiving instructions from dispatcher, equipment will be loaded and delivered to the job site on a timely basis.
Report all mechanical malfuntions to supervisor immediately.
The main mission of a tractor trailer driver is to pickup and deliver equpment to all job sites in a safe and timely manner as possible.
May perform other related duties.