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Volunteer Paving, LLC
Lowboy Driver EXPERIENCED
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A Tractor-Trailer Truck Driver drives large commercial vehicles such as tractor-trailers, semi-trucks, or big rigs. Responsibilities typically include transporting cargo across long distances, sometimes over the course of multiple days. They may work for trucking companies, freight carriers, logistics, or shipping companies.
$43,810 / year median in Tennessee
-10% projected decline
Job Description
Position Overview The Lowboy Driver is responsible for operating a lowboy trailer to transport heavy equipment and machinery to various job sites safely and efficiently. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Adhere to and follow all safety rules and regulations of MSHA/OSHA/DOT and Volunteer Paving LLC. Conduct daily safety assignments (area inspections, pre-shifts, JSA's, etc.). Responsible for own personal safety always as well as maintain the highest standard of safety and quality in all aspects of the job. Operates truck in a safe and professional manner on public highways, roads, in the yard area and various job sites to deliver materials, obeying applicable laws and following dispatcher instructions. Be able to ingress and egress truck by navigating 2 steps with grab bars present. Be able to manipulate truck steering wheel (power steering), shifter, and other various levers and knobs necessary for operation of truck and associated equipment. Monitor various gauges during operation of vehicle. Responsible for loading and unloading of various construction equipment. Responsible for proper securement of loads. Maintain proper paperwork including all permit documentation. Must not deviate from permit-documented routes. Must be able to keep a flexible schedule to meet the needs of our quarries and construction job sites. Maintain telephone or radio contact with appropriate supervisor to receive delivery instructions. Complete required safety documentation. Perform daily pre/post trip inspections, checking fluid levels, tires, lights, and other controls for safe operation with appropriate documentation in compliance with DOT guidelines. Maintain daily vehicle mileage logs. Maintain operator logs, forms, and records in accordance with company policy and DOT regulations. Complete written reports of problems or necessary repairs and forward to maintenance personnel. Detect and report improper operation, faulty equipment, defective materials, and unusual conditions to supervisor. Assure product quality to the best of the driver's ability before leaving plants and en route to job sites. Safely maintain a clean truck, inside and out, to ensure safety and operational excellence by washing the truck and cleaning trailers of debris. Regular and predictable attendance at assigned times is required. Other duties as assigned. Requirements Must submit to a drug screen and criminal background check. Must possess a valid CDL, Class A License, and other requirements Mechanical skills helpful. Knowledge of DOT and CDL regulations. Education/Experience High school Diploma or GED equivalent. 2+ years of experience preferred.