Lowboy Driver Operator

Vulcan Materials Company•Columbia, SC

12d

About The Position

The Lowbed Truck Driver is responsible for the safe and efficient transportation of heavy equipment and oversized loads to job sites. The role involves heavy-haul operations, including load securement, permitting, route planning, and operating haul trucks and other construction equipment to transport and dump loose materials such as sand, gravel, and crushed rock, or to transport equipment using a lowboy trailer. The driver performs vehicle and equipment inspections, maintains required records, communicates with dispatch, clients, and team members, and follows applicable transportation regulations and company safety standards. The position requires overnight travel 75% of the time, and may involve overtime and extended hours based on customer and company demands.

Requirements

Valid Class A commercial driver's license (CDL) with appropriate endorsements and a clean driving record.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather and tolerate loud noises.
Physical ability to perform manual labor associated with loading, unloading, and securing equipment.
Willingness to work overtime and extended hours depending on customer and company demands.
Ability to adhere to local, state, and federal transportation regulations, including Hours of Service (HOS).
Safety awareness, personal accountability, initiative, self-motivation, teamwork, material-handling proficiency, and a strong work ethic.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
Previous experience operating heavy construction equipment.
Knowledge of general principles and practices of operating and servicing heavy construction equipment.
Experience with DOT rules and regulations for transporting heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

Operate lowbed trucks and trailers to transport heavy equipment and oversized loads to job sites.
Safely load and unload equipment, ensuring proper weight distribution and securement in accordance with procedures and regulations.
Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicles and equipment and report defects or other issues.
Use heavy-haul securement techniques and comply with applicable regulations.
Familiarize yourself with permitting requirements for oversized and overweight loads.
Read and interpret maps, GPS, and route instructions.
Prioritize safety for yourself and others in accordance with Vulcan standards while operating equipment in and out of the plant.
Monitor surroundings when operating equipment in and out of the plant and report maintenance or adjustment needs to a supervisor or manager.
Maintain accurate logbooks, mileage reports, and other required documentation.
Communicate with dispatch, clients, and team members about schedules, deliveries, and potential issues.
Follow local, state, and federal transportation regulations, including Hours of Service requirements.
Perform manual labor associated with loading, unloading, and securing equipment.