Heavy Equipment Truck Driver Job at Thompson Machinery in Nashville

Truck Driver - Heavy Equipment

Operates Class 7 or higher sized trucks requiring current Commercial Driver's License (CDL) in good standing for appropriate vehicle classifications. Trucks will include day-cab tractors pulling flat-bed or lowboy trailers to transport heavy construction equipment, attachments and allied equipment. Will load, unload, secure and transport cargo between company facilities or to customer locations in a timely manner. The Truck Driver position requires the ability and experience to safely operate various sized construction and Allied equipment. Uses safe operating, loading, unloading and tie-down procedures, and conforms to all federal, state and local transportation regulations, including recordkeeping and reporting requirements.

This is a skilled truck driver position working largely independently with supervision and guidance provided by Rental Store Manager.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Possess and maintain a current, valid state Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Three or more years of previous truck driving and construction equipment transportation experience, including loading and unloading equipment.
• Must demonstrate professionalism, integrity, adaptability and a strong customer service focus.
• Demonstrates a sense of urgency and self-initiative, and the personal drive to be successful.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to develop, maintain and manage strong customer relationships with construction and other similar industry customers.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Truck Driver-Heavy Equipment position is responsible for high quality delivery services for rental equipment, serving customer needs in a positive, safe and timely manner, and ensuring maximum value for services performed.

Safety

• Know and follow all Company and customer safety rules, including maintaining a safe, clean, and orderly work area, fully participating in Company accident prevention and safety improvement activities.
• Must have the physical ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including protective glasses, protective gloves, and protective clothing and footwear as required by the job.

Customer Satisfaction

• Respond to all customer requests in a professional and courteous, timely and responsive manner.
• Maintain a clean, professional personal appearance at all time, meeting all Company standards for professionalism.
• Keep the Manager continually apprised to assist in answering customer questions and problems when necessary.

Business

• Supports the organization's mission, vision and values by exhibiting the following behaviors: honesty, integrity, and respect while delivering high quality solutions and maintaining a positive attitude and a safe work environment.
• Accepts responsibility for mistakes or problems. Maintains ownership of assigned tasks.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude and a high level of personal credibility and integrity with customers, management, and dealership co-workers.
• Must be dependable. Consistently arrives at work on time when scheduled, fully ready to work.
• Maintain company and product confidentiality.
• Attend and participate in all meetings, trainings, and activities as required.
• Adhere to all Company policies and departmental procedures and rules.
• All other duties as assigned.

Work Conditions

• All locations offer clean, safe working conditions; however, the position may work in situations where hazards may be present. Therefore, a detailed knowledge of equipment and engines is a must as well as a demonstrated proficiency in service and repair of equipment using standard safety procedures.
• Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Must be honest, reliable, and dependable, and display a positive attitude.
• Must be able to work well under occasional pressure or within work standards and deadlines.
• Must be able to work independently and/or with others in a team environment.
• Able to work standard five-day schedule, including daily overtime and occasional weekend hours as needed.
• Meet all eligibility requirements to drive Company vehicles, including a current, valid driver's license issued by the resident State, and maintain current motor vehicle liability insurance.

Physical Requirements

• Pass pre-employment background check, physical exam including drug screen, and meet all physical requirements for the position.
• Able to lift 20-50 pounds occasionally.

Thompson Machinery is an equal opportunity employer and offers competitive salaries and a complete benefits package. Compensation for this position will be commensurate with candidate experience and background.