The Ruhlin Company is hiring: Heavy Haul Truck Driver in Sharon Center

The Ruhlin Company

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Job Title: Heavy Haul Truck Driver
Department/Division: Shop/Operations
Direct Manager: Equipment Manager
FLSA status: Non-exempt

Summary: Drive and coordinate the transport of construction equipment and materials between the shop andvarious construction sites, handling both routine and complex transportation tasks.

Responsibilities:
• Operate tractor-trailer, flatbed, step deck, and lowboy trailers safely and according to applicable stateand federal transportation laws.
• Transport all equipment and materials in a safe and timely manner over the required route, obeying alltraffic laws and observing safety regulations.
• Familiarity with the operation of various types of heavy construction equipment for loading/unloadingoperations and performing self-loading tasks.
• Secure equipment and materials onto trucks and ensure state and federal guidelines for safe transportand vehicle capabilities are met.
• Assist in the assembly/disassembly of large equipment (cranes, excavators, etc.).
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicles and trailers to ensure the safe transportation ofequipment and materials.
• Complete DOT-required driver logs and other documentation requirements in an accurate and timelymanner.
• Adhere to Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR).
• Maintain company vehicles and trailers, reporting damage or faulty equipment promptly.
• Communicates and reinforces the company vision, values, and goals.
• Performs additional assignments as directed by the Equipment Manager.

Essential Skills and Experience:
• Current Class A CDL Driver’s License is required.
• Minimum 3 years’ commercial driving experience with a driving record deemed acceptable by thecompany.
• Experience in hauling heavy equipment and materials, including lowboy hauling.
• Maintain all required certifications by DOT, OSHA, and company safety programs.
• Knowledge of truck mechanics.
• Effective communication skills.
• Good working knowledge of DOT regulations, truck gross and axle weight regulations, and permit loads.
• Pass DOT physical and background, and drug testing as required by federal/state requirements.
• Ability to workeffectively and efficiently independently.
• Ability to perform heavy manual tasks under varying weather conditions.

Direct Reports: None

About The Ruhlin Company

The Ruhlin Company was founded on a corporate philosophy of partnership. Since 1915, we have created cooperative relationships with our clients by listening closely to their needs and successfully translating their visions into reality. Ruhlin has a national reputation as a construction services leader. The Ruhlin Company is based out of Sharon Center, Ohio (Medina County).

The Ruhlin Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in Ohio's Drug Free Safety Program

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.