General Equipment & Supplies, Inc

Heavy Haul Driver - Local

  • General Equipment & Supplies, Inc
  • Bismarck, ND
  • Full Time
  • 3 days ago
Salary
$32.5 - $36 / Hour

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Job Description

PAY SCALE: $32.50 - $36/HR DOE
SUMMARY:

This individual will be responsible for the efficient and timely transportation of freight loads from Bismarck, ND to various locations throughout the Midwest.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Haul loads following a strict schedule in order to maintain the timely delivery of the goods at the necessary locations.
  • Operate vehicles in a safe, legal and responsible manner, following rules and regulations (size, weight, route designations, parking and break periods) as well as with company policies and procedures.
  • Loads and unloads heavy construction and/or aggregate equipment from truck and/or trailer at the correct locations.
  • Conduct pre and post inspections of vehicles daily and promptly report, and schedule vehicle maintenance as needed.
  • Maintain vehicle records, such as logbooks and fuel sheets.
  • Keeps equipment, vehicles, and work area clean and orderly.
  • Maintains cleanliness of equipment, inside and out to a presentable level.
  • Completes all paperwork required for jobs, including all paperwork required by law.
  • Must be able to understand and how to use an electronic logbook.
  • May perform other duties as directed by the Transportation Manager.
ADDITIONAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:
  • At least one-year experience in hauling oversize loads required.
  • Requires a valid Class A CDL, a clear driving record and the ability to maintain an insurable driving record; must have Double, Triple Endorsement on CDL or the ability to obtain endorsements.
  • Must be able to operate heavy equipment.
  • Requires successful completion of DOT physical.
  • Maintain excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
  • Moving experience of multiple axle combinations preferred.
  • Must have excellent customer service skills, both internal and external customers.
  • Must have excellent organizational skills.
  • Attain short- and long-term objectives through good planning.
  • Works in an efficient and effective manner.
  • Contributes to departmental and product line goals.
  • Must have a positive mental attitude.
  • Driving these vehicles may include overnight stays in various locations.
  • Must be able to travel into Canada.

BENEFITS:

  • Health
    • FSA
    • HSA w/ Employer Contributions
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life / AD&D / Critical Illness
  • 401k + Company Match
  • PTO Accrual
  • Paid Holidays
  • Prescription Safety Glass Reimbursement
  • Safety Boot and Cold Weather Gear Reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Uniform/Clothing Allowance
  • Employee Events
  • Sponsorships
  • Additional Job-Related Education and Trainings
  • Short/Long Term Disability – Employer Paid
NATURE AND SCOPE OF JOB:
  • Must be able to frequently enter and exit the cab of a commercial vehicle.
  • Regularly required to sit, stand, kneel, stoop, bend, climb stairs and ladder
  • Must be able to withstand awkward postures of forward bending/twisting to lift goods.
  • Tasks are performed both inside and outside and may include exposure to extreme temperatures and weather conditions, vapors/fumes/chemicals, and noise for extended periods of time
  • Requires loading and unloading large or oversized equipment which may require stepping up on to trailers and securing the load while maintaining balance.
  • Requires the ability to lift 50-75 lbs. or more on a frequent basis.

The duties described above are the general nature and levels of work performed but are not intended to be a complete comprehensive list of all the duties, activities, and responsibilities required of job incumbents. Supervisors or managers may ask job incumbents to perform other duties as needed and/or required.

Management has the right to revise this position description at any time. The position description is not a contract for employment, and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason.

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