Lowboy Driver - R2516

LOWBOY DRIVER- CDL

JOB DESCRIPTION

Fort Myer Construction Corporation (FMCC) is a premier contractor in the DMV that is currently experiencing tremendous growth. If you desire to be part of a company with an opportunity to grow in your career and be rewarded for your contributions – then FMCC is the place for you. We are a union base.  At the end of the day, we strive to make a difference in people’s lives by helping build “the American Dream “in the DMV.  We are a multi-million-dollar company with over 800 employees and are one of the most “called by name” Heavy Highway Construction companies in the region.  If you do not mind hard work and want to make a difference in your community then please consider joining the FMCC family.

Summary:

The Class A CDL Lowboy Driver is responsible for safely transporting and operating semi-trucks with a lowboy trailer throughout the Maryland – DC – VA region to deliver equipment to various job sites.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Must be familiar with the safe operation of construction and/or paving equipment, 
• Responsible for the safe loading and unloading of construction and paving equipment,
• Report any issues or incidents to supervisor and dispatch,
• Must complete pre and post trip inspections,
• Operate a variety of vehicles once certified,
• Provide hands-on support for crew as needed,
• Haul material and/or equipment to and from job sites
• Responsible for operating heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner,
• Must maintain and secure all equipment as directed by policies and procedures,
• Read and interpret equipment operator’s manuals,
• Inspect, clean and perform minor repairs to equipment using hand tools and or report malfunctions to supervisors,
• Work in areas of uneven terrain,
• Assist in the training of new or less skilled equipment operators,
• Ability to calculate the weight of equipment with truck/trailer combo to stay within DOT permitting restrictions and guidelines,
• Knowledge of FMCSA cargo securement rules and regulations,
• Must wear proper attire at all times including PPE,
• May be required to work extended hours including evenings, nights, and weekends,
• Additional duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• Must have a valid Class A CDL,
• Must have Class 7B DC Operators License,
• Must have a minimum of 2 years’ experience operating a lowboy,
• Must possess a minimum of 2 years’ experience loading/unloading equipment on/off a lowboy,
• High School Diploma or GED required,
• Must have a clean driving record,
• Applicants must be able to operate Manual Transmission vehicles,
• Must be able to successfully pass a background and drug screening.

Working Conditions:

• This job requires the ability to lift, pull, and push a minimum of 50 lbs., bend, stoop, kneel, reach, squat twist, and climb heavy equipment several times throughout the day. In addition, you must have the ability to be on your feet regularly and use hands, arms, and legs repeatedly on the job.  This includes frequently walking on sloped ground and slippery and uneven surfaces, as well as working in confined areas.
• This job requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• This job requires the ability to see, whether naturally or with vision correction tools (glasses, contacts).
• This job requires the ability to perform essential tasks in less than favorable job conditions.  These may include but are not limited to: Performing strenuous work in varying temperatures, humidity, wind, or other extreme inclement weather conditions for extended periods of time.
• Work may be performed in an environment with exposure to extremely hot materials, fuel, fumes, vapors, dust, grease and oils, as well as loud and/or constant noise and exposure to moving equipment.

*Note: This position is considered Safety-Sensitive, and therefore subject to various schedule and unscheduled screenings for controlled substances.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and fully subscribe to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity. Applicants and/or employees are considered for hire, promotion, training opportunities, and work assignments, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or sexual orientation) marital status, national origin, age (40 or older) veteran status, disability, or genetic information or any other basis protected by federal or local laws.

Disclaimer:

The information provided in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by incumbents within this job. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and working conditions required of employees assigned to this job. Management has discretion to add or modify job duties of the job and to designate other functions as essential at any time.

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