Heavy Haul Truck Driver Job at The Ruhlin Company in Sharon Center

The Ruhlin Company

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 and various construction sites, handling both routine and complex transportation tasks.

Responsibilities:

1. Operate tractor-trailer, flatbed, step deck, and lowboy trailers safely and according to applicable state and federal transportation laws.
2. Transport all equipment and materials in a safe and timely manner over the required route, obeying all traffic laws and observing safety regulations.
3. Familiarity with the operation of various types of heavy construction equipment for loading/unloading operations and to perform self-loading tasks.
4. Secure equipment and materials onto trucks and ensure state and federal guidelines for safe transport and vehicle capabilities are met.
5. Assist in the assembly/disassembly of large equipment (cranes, excavators, etc.).
6. Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicles and trailers to ensure the safe transportation of equipment and materials.
7. Complete DOT-required drivers logs and other documentation requirements in an accurate and timely manner.
8. Adhere to Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR).
9. Maintain company vehicles and trailers, reporting damage or faulty equipment promptly.
10. Communicates and reinforces the company vision, values, and goals.
11. Performs additional assignments as directed by the Equipment Manager.

Essential Skills and Experience:

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

Direct Reports: None

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.