What are the responsibilities and job description for the Heavy Haul Driver position at Garrett Excavating?
Responsibilities
- Transport heavy equipment, machinery, and materials to and from job sites using lowboy flatbed trailers.
- Safely load, secure, and unload equipment and materials, ensuring compliance with all applicable safety regulations and company policies.
- Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicles and equipment to ensure roadworthiness and compliance with DOT regulations.
- Plan routes and navigate safely, considering factors such as overhead clearances, weight restrictions, and road conditions.
- Secure loads using chains, binders, straps, and other appropriate equipment, ensuring that all cargo is properly balanced and secured.
- Communicate effectively with dispatchers, field superintendents, project managers, and other team members to coordinate transportation activities and ensure timely delivery of equipment and materials.
- Follow all applicable traffic laws, regulations, and company policies while operating commercial vehicles.
- Maintain accurate records of mileage, fuel consumption, and vehicle inspections, as required by company policy and regulatory agencies.
- Perform routine maintenance and repairs on vehicles and equipment as needed and report any mechanical issues or safety concerns to the appropriate personnel.Requirements
- Valid Arkansas Class A CDL driver's license with a clean driving record.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience as a heavy haul driver, preferably in the construction or heavy equipment industry.
- Experience transporting oversize, overweight, and over-height loads.
- Strong knowledge of DOT regulations and safe driving practices.
- Ability to operate heavy equipment such as backhoes, loaders, bulldozers, and excavators is a plus.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to safety always.
- Flexibility to work extended hours, weekends, and travel as needed.
- Safety Sensitive Position
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Must have reliable transportation.
- Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions and in all types of terrain.
- Able to meet all physical requirements such as standing, walking, climbing, stooping, bending, and lifting 50 pounds or more.
- Ability to work around loud noises and tolerate being exposed to odors, gases, dust, etc.
- Must be able to work in extreme temperatures, in confined spaces, and in excavated areas.
