Driver - Dump Truck

About the role

Drives multi-axle highway equipment with GVWR in excess of 26,001 pounds, for transporting construction equipment and/or materials. FMCSA - CLEARINGHOUSE If you have not yet registered on the Clearinghouse portal, Adams Construction Company would encourage you to do so now. If you are offered a position in the future, this task will need to be completed at the time employment is offered. Register for the Clearinghouse

Responsibilities

• Operate and maneuver equipment as necessary to load, transport and unload construction materials and other related equipment by manipulating various gears, levers and special attachments.
• Follow schedule for pickup and delivery of materials.
• Verify the types of materials being hauled as well as their weight.
• Clearly communicate with other equipment operators and truck drivers to ensure deliveries are according to the job specifications and timetables.
• Keep truck clean and in good working order.
• Drivers are responsible for minor repairs and servicing of assigned equipment to maintain safety and continued operation on a day to day basis.
• Good coordination skills are required to operate the controls in the cab that manipulate the bed.
• Must have a good understanding of math and angles to properly position the bed to dump materials in measured amounts.
• Requires sharp regular and peripheral vision abilities to be aware of other trucks and heavy equipment that frequently surrounds job sites.
• Demonstrates quick reaction time to signals (i.e. sound, light, pictures).
• Must be physically able to climb and lift and carry 15 to 30 pounds.
• Sit or drive approximately 70%; stand or walk approximately 30% of a 10-to-12-hour shift.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required
• Possess a Class “B” commercial license with proper endorsements
• Must possess a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record
• Must have a valid DOT physical
• Must successfully pass pre-employment (post offer) drug screen, background check.
• Must have minimum one (1) year prior driving experience with references.

Benefits

• Medical
• Health Savings Account
• Dental
• Employer paid life/AD&D insurance
• Vision
• Employer paid short term disability
• 401K
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Employee Wellness Program