Truck Driver - Flat Bed

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Must comprehend instructions from supervisors and/or co-workers.
• Proficient in the operation of both flatbed and tractor trailer trucks (having GCWR of 26,001 lbs. or more).
• Engages in or oversees loading and unloading of all cargo.
• Responsible for covering and securing all loads.
• Responsible for the hookup and breakdown of equipment using proper tools and procedures.
• Communicates verbally/effectively in English with supervisors and co-workers for resolution of any questions regarding safety, job conduct, and product quality control.
• Operates vehicles, and power tools when authorized and qualified to do so and in accordance with established company rules and work orders.
• Responsible for the cleanliness and upkeep of their assigned tractor trailer and/or flat bed.
• Complies with all applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures of the company.
• Must be able to work, when necessary, as required for fleet operations, day, night and weekends.

Marginal Job Functions

• Aid in tool room.
• Issue tools.
• Record keeping.
• Aids crane operator by visual and vocal signals when parts/assemblies are being positioned or moved.
• Use broom and other cleaning equipment to maintain the work area in a clean, orderly environment.
• Aid in shipping and receiving material.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of fabrication shop practices.
• Pass and Maintain US Government TWIC status.
• Two years of related experience with flat beds.
• Meet all knowledge and/or certification of qualification requirements to comply with all State and /federal Highway Safety Regulation including: Comprehensive understanding and use of English to satisfy FMCSA Regulation.
• Demonstrate ability to properly process pick-up and delivery BOL tickets.
• Maintain a valid Commercial driver’s license — class A.
• Demonstrate proficiency in operation of tractor-trailer over an approximate ten-mile road test with interviewer in the cab.
• Wear personal protective equipment prescribed by posted signs, written instructions, and specified by the supervisor.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to bend, push, pull, twist, squat, crawl, lift and climb.
• Requires the ability to lift and carry 50 pounds.

Work Environment

• Will work in heat, noisy, dusty, dirty, cold environment.
• May be exposed to chemicals and pinching hazards.

Pay

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Schedule

Day, night, and weekend shifts may be required.

Benefits

Details on specific benefits are not provided in the job posting.