Heavy Equipment Hauler

Job Description

The Heavy Equipment Hauler is responsible for moving heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner. Heavy equipment may include trucks, front-end loaders, dozers, graders, compactors, and other pieces of equipment. The Heavy Equipment Hauler must also clean, maintain and secure all equipment as directed by legislation, policies and procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Operate heavy equipment in a safe and effective manner in order to minimize the risk of injury, property damage or loss of life Main Activities

Operate all heavy equipment in a safe and efficient way according to all relevant legislation, policies and procedures

Perform daily safety and maintenance checks

Clean heavy equipment as scheduled and/or required

Ensure heavy equipment is safely and securely stored

Advise the Foreman of any requirements for maintenance or repairs

Participate in routine maintenance

Workplace safety

Maintain inventory

Knowledge

Must have proficient knowledge in the following areas:

Knowledge of truck and equipment safety

Knowledge of operation of front end loaders, dozers, graders, compactors, and other pieces of heavy equipment

Knowledge of equipment maintenance and storage

Knowledge of road construction and maintenance techniques

Knowledge of workplace safety requirements and procedures

Knowledge of record keeping system

Knowledge of equipment cleaning standards and procedures

Knowledge of proper chaining of all machinery

Skills

ability to operate seven axel trucks in a safe and responsible manner

ability to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner

decision making skills

effective verbal and listening communications skills

ability to read and write to record pickups and maintain daily records and logs

stress management skills

time management skills

Minimum Requirements

Class A CDL w/ Air brake endorsement and up to date medical card

Must be registered with the Clearinghouse

Hiring will be contingent on passing a drug screen and a

Motor Vehicle Report Record check

May require out of town work

Dependent upon achievement of certain employment status and eligibility requirements the company offers the following benefits:

Hiring Bonus

Career Pathway Mentorship

401K-With Employer Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Health Insurance 100% Employer Paid

Dental/Vision

Paid Accommodations for Overnight Travel

Subsistence Pay for Overnight Travel

Employee Assistance program

Employee Owned-ESOP

First Rate Excavate provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, First Rate Excavate complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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