CDL Driver (Class A)

CDL Driver (Class A)

Ludwig Drilling LLC

Position: CDL Driver (Class A)

Department: Operations

Status: Hourly (Non-Exempt)/At-Will

Rate of Compensation: $28.00 to $32.00 per hour, negotiable based on applicable skillset and experience.

Location: Castle Rock, Colorado

Supervisor: Superintendent

Purpose: This position will be responsible for delivering equipment, goods, and materials regionally or throughout the country using a trailer or tractor trailer. In this role, the CDL Driver must safely operate and maneuver large vehicles to complete assignments and assist with other labor duties as assigned when at job sites or in the shop.

Responsibilities:

• Understand how to and demonstrate ability to safely operate assigned vehicle at all times. Follow and operate according to DOT laws.
• Hauling / deliver equipment and tooling from location to location via heavy commercial vehicle, sometimes out of state.
• Perform safety checks of brakes, steering column, lights, and mirrors prior to each leg of journey to ensure road readiness.
• Follow and maintain loading protocols, using chains and binders to secure cargo and re-checking their stability throughout trips. Must know how to secure loads properly and be able to disperse the weight of the load on the trailer properly.
• Inspect trailers before and after loading, paying attention to status of air lines and jack positions and adjusting them as necessary.
• Visit weigh stations before and after packing to ensure that loads meet state safety regulations, making alterations to loads when required by law.
• Recording times of delivery and hours worked. Maintain detailed driving and delivery logs.
• Load and unload trucks, trailers, and shipping containers.
• Adhere to traffic safety regulations at all times, exercise caution in treacherous circumstances and report unsafe vehicle or road conditions to supervisors and highway authorities.
• Use GPS to stay informed of route information and communicate with supervisors.
• Notify managers of any major maintenance or delivery issues encountered.
• Attend and actively participate in safety meetings.
• Work as part of a crew and take direction from supervisors.
• Complete assigned work activities in compliance with applicable OSHA and Company safety requirements.
• Focus on daily and weekly goals for the project with a high level of attention to detail.
• Lift and carry tools and materials.
• Flagging traffic.
• Rig loads and signal equipment operators.
• Assist with material handling and storage as required.
• Perform general clean up around the job site.
• Safely utilize hand tools to complete assigned tasks as required.
• Assist in building and/or erecting formwork for drilled shafts.
• Tying rebar, placing rebar cages, placing large anchor bolts, placing concrete, etc.
• Read, interpret, and follow plans, specifications, and other contract related documents.
• Stock trucks with material commonly used on projects daily.
• All other duties as assigned by Management.

Experience: Construction 3+ years, CDL driving 3+ years

Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to read and understand maps, drawings and diagrams for project build process.
• Ability to clearly communicate with supervisors and co-workers.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, machines, and equipment.
• Ability to learn and gain knowledge.
• Ability to follow work orders or receive instructions.
• Ability to work independently and establish priorities is required.
• Ability to work for extended periods of time in adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to work as part of a crew and to follow work orders or receive instructions.
• Ability to focus on daily and weekly goals for the project.
• Ability to work in compliance with applicable OSHA and Company safety requirements.
• Ability to operate a pickup with gooseneck trailer.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work or visit within areas where it is required.
• Ability to walk, step, climb, and otherwise move from one location on the job site to another.
• Ability to visually see worksite environment and observe equipment operations (either naturally or with corrective lenses).
• Ability to stand, stoop, kneel, squat, climb, and sit for long periods of time.
• Ability to complete repetitive movements by feet, shoulders, arms, wrists, hands and back in performance of work.
• Ability to climb vertical ladders. Working at elevated heights.
• Ability to lift up to and including fifty (50) lb. objects as required.
• Ability to carry up to and including fifty (50) lb. objects as required.
• Ability to adapt to outdoor conditions and prolonged exposure to the elements.
• Ability to work outdoors in all-weather conditions.
• Ability to work more than 40 hours in any given week including weekend assignments as required.

Licenses or Certifications:

• Valid driver's license, CDL required (CDL Class A with Airbrakes required)
• Tanker Endorsement
• DOT medical card required
• Applicable endorsements as required
• OSHA 10 certification preferred

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Travel:

• Travel is required on an as needed basis.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance for employees and their dependents
• Dental Insurance and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) plan with Company Matching Contributions
• Meals per diem and company provided lodging when traveling
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Cell phone allowance

How to Apply:

• Please apply directly through this job posting, if found online. Alternatively, you can email a resume to our company at View email address on click.appcast.io.

EEO:

• Ludwig Drilling LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabilities and protected veteran status.