Low Boy Driver

Job Description

The primary responsibility of a Lowboy Driver is to safely & efficiently load, secure, and transport heavy earthmoving equipment, such as excavators, dozers, loaders, skid steers, and telehandlers both to and from jobsites using a specialized low-deck trailer. Typical duties include:

• Conducting pre and post-trip inspections of vehicle and equipment
• Coinciding deliveries & drop-offs with site personnel and support staff
• Planning safe & effective routes to ensure timely delivery of equipment
• Complying with all DOT regulations outlining weight limits, operator hours, etc.
• Maintaining up-to-date logbooks, service requests, invoices and other docs
• Understanding laws pertaining to the safe & efficient transport of heavy haulage
• Performing preventive maintenance and minor repairs of vehicle and equipment
• Generating and submitting service requests for major mechanical deficiencies
• Performing additional deliveries and/or shop duties during downtime
• Participating in post-project evals to identify “lessons learned” for the future

Requirements

• At least 1+ years’ experience operating a Low Boy trailer
• Valid CDL Class A Driver’s License w/ appropriate endorsements
• Valid & up-to-date DOT physical
• Understanding of industry-wide rigging and securement practices
• Strong familiarity with DOT regulations and transportation laws
• Excavation and/or construction industry experience is preferred
• OSHA 10 Certification (Thompson will train, if necessary)
• CPR & First Aid Certification (Thompson will train, if necessary)

Shift Details

1st Shift (work hours vary, depending on project needs)

Thompson’s Mission, Vision & Values

By honoring God, we will become a nationally preferred concrete and excavation provider. To entrust and empower our team to create the best experience for clients, communities, and families. We will building long-lasting relationships based on:

• **Faith – Walking the path of obedience with a conviction for giving back to our community, both near and afar.
• **Safety – Staying committed to the health and wellbeing of ourselves and those around us, so that everyone gets home safely.
• **Integrity – Living a “no excuses” existence by taking responsibility for our actions and recognizing the contribution of others.
• **Quality – Seeking continuous improvement and striving for the highest level of craftsmanship.
• **Teamwork – Recognizing the exponential value of “the many” over “the individual”.
• **Trust – Staying loyal to our teammates, so they know we’ll always have their back.
• **Respect – Treating others the way they deserve to be treated, by appreciating their efforts and lifting them up in times of need.
• **Empowerment – Helping each member of our team reach their full potential through mentorship, training, and patience.

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