Truck Driver - Heavy Haul

Bigge Crane and Rigging Co.•Houston, TX

About The Position

Bigge Crane and Rigging is hiring a Heavy Haul Truck Driver to transport materials and equipment to and from specified destinations. The role involves hauling 9–13 axles using a 3–4 axle truck, a 2–3 axle jeep, a 3–4 axle trailer, and a 1–3 axle booster. Drivers must also handle single flip-axles or singers, which may be used to convert a 3-axle trailer into a 4-axle trailer. The driver secures loads, assists with loading and unloading, verifies shipments against paperwork, and prepares receipts and records in compliance with DOT regulations. The role also includes inspecting and maintaining truck equipment and supplies, notifying a supervisor about needed or anticipated repairs, and performing minor emergency roadside repairs. Approximately 90% of the time is spent in external conditions, potentially including temperature variation, elevated noise, dust, and fumes.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience driving heavy loads, including loads requiring permits.
Experience pulling heavy-haul loads in the 90,000–140,000 lb. range.
Experience using high pole cars.
Experience pulling loads measuring 12–14 ft. wide, 25–65 ft. long, and 11–14 ft. tall.
Valid driver’s license with Class A CDL certification and a DOT physical examination medical card.
Working knowledge and understanding of Motor Carrier Safety regulations and DOT guidelines.
Knowledge of local major and minor roadways and ability to use maps and directions for efficient delivery routing.
Knowledge of or previous experience driving delivery trucks, towing multi-axle and steerable trailers, loading and unloading RT cranes, and operating safely in high-traffic or congested city zones and small areas.
Proficient oral and written communication skills.
Ability to pass a drug test, background check, and fit-for-duty test.
Proficiency with basic computer skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience loading and unloading Rough Terrain Cranes is highly preferred.
Experience loading and unloading dozers, scrapers, blades, and/or dirt equipment is preferred.

Responsibilities

Drive trucks to transport materials and equipment to and from specified destinations.
Haul 9–13 axles using a 3–4 axle truck, 2–3 axle jeep, 3–4 axle trailer, and 1–3 axle booster.
Handle single flip-axles or singers used to make a 3-axle trailer into a 4-axle trailer.
Position blocks, tie roper, and other devices to secure loads during transit.
Help load and unload trucks.
Verify loads against shipping papers.
Prepare receipts for picked-up materials and ensure logs and paperwork comply with DOT regulations.
Maintain logs and records as required by DOT regulations.
Maintain and check truck equipment and supplies to ensure roadworthiness.
Notify a supervisor of currently needed or anticipated repairs.
Perform minor emergency roadside repairs.