LOWBOY DRIVER I

Position Summary Branch is searching for an experienced and safety-oriented Lowboy Driver to join our well-established, growing company. The Lowboy Truck Driver operates a heavy-duty truck typically designed and used for “off road” transportation of earth, rock, or other mass or bulk materials. This position will also include driving a Dump Truck when needed. Duties / Responsibilities Inspect the truck for any defective items at the beginning and end of each work day per DOT requirements. Prepare a daily driver’s log book per DOT regulations and submit to the dispatcher on a daily basis. Perform pre-start-up inspections of road tractors and equipment to ensure all fluid levels, grease, tire pressures, hydraulic lines, batteries, etc., are in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications. Maintain a current commercial driver’s license and medical card in compliance with local, state, and federal laws. Perform a mechanical inspection on every piece of equipment hauled and submit a vehicle inspection report daily. Complete all required documents, driver’s log, timesheets, inspection report, etc., and submit to the dispatcher each workday by 7:30 AM. Upon receiving instructions from the dispatcher, load the equipment and deliver it to the job site on a timely basis. Report all mechanical malfunctions to the supervisor immediately. Pickup and deliver equipment to all job sites safely and as promptly as possible. May perform other related duties as required. Qualifications Knowledge of construction techniques. 1–3 years of heavy-duty truck driving experience. Working knowledge of OSHA regulations. DOT experience preferred but not required. Competencies Dependability Productivity Effective Communication Adherence to Policies and Procedures Safety Awareness Physical Demands Employees are regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms. Employees frequently stand, talk, and hear. Employees occasionally walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, taste, and smell. Employees must frequently lift or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Position Type / Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time position typically involving 40+ hours a week. Due to the nature of the job, employees must be available on‑call early or late hours to address delays, bad weather, and emergencies at the job site. AAP/EEO Statement It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of the Company not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or status as a veteran, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, with respect to recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment. Other Duties This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Nearest Major Market: Asheville #J-18808-Ljbffr Branch