CDL Low - Boy Truck Driver

Night Shift with Paid Differential

Position Type: Full Time (40+)

Pay Type: Hourly

Seasonal Work: Yes

Virginia Paving Benefits:

• Medical, Dental & VisionInsurance
• Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance Policy
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance
• Paid Personal Time Off (vacation & sick)
• (8) Paid Observed Holidays
• 401(k) Plan w/employer match
• Continuing Education and Training Opportunities
• Company Stock Purchasing Opportunity w/Bonus Shares
• Company paid Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Company Child/Grandchild Scholarship Opportunities

General Description. The Lowboy - Truck Driver is an hourly-rated skilled craft position that performs on construction projects any combination of the duties described below. The Lowboy - Truck Driver's primary function is to safely load, secure and transport construction equipment to be moved from one location to another.

Key Duties.

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  • Hold valid Class "A" CDL license and driving record within MVR policy.
  
  
  
  
  • Required to obtain and hold approved medical examiners certificate (FMCSR part 391.41), for duration of employment and in accordance with Class "A" CDL License requirements.
  
  
  
  
  • Safe and Efficient operation of Tractor/Trailer combination; including airbreaks, in driving on public and private roadways.
  
  
  
  
  • Drive Tractor-Trailer combination, in order to transport construction equipment to/from assigned location(s).
  
  
  
  
  • Must have familiarity with the safe, basic operation of construction and/or paving equipment, in order to load onto trailer.
  
  
  
  
  • Familiarity with applicable FMCSA and USDOT safety and operation regulations, including cargo/load securement.
  
  
  
  
  • Ability to calculate weights of equipment with truck/trailer combo to stay within DOT permitting restrictions and guidelines
  
  
  
  
  • Visually assess placement and securement of equipment, to ensure secured load, for safe transport.
  
  
  
  
  • Perform pre/post-shift safety checks through visual inspection of fluid levels on oil, water, fuel indicators, as well as visual check for leaks and damage to vehicle before operation.
  
  
  
  
  • Ability to visually and physically inspect the mechanical, safety and operational components, for operating defects; including completion of Pre/Post trip Driver Vehicle Inspection Report(s).
  
  
  
  
  • During Operation, visually interpret vehicle indicator(s) for fluid levels including oil, water and fuel.
  
  
  
  
  • Responsible for notifying supervisor if vehicle needs to be repaired
  
  
  
  
  • Verbally communicate, with Dispatch and/or Supervisor, on frequent basis.
  
  
  
  
  • Interpret and Follow Dispatched Routing/Map(s), for pick up and/or delivery of equipment.
  
  
  
  
  • Responsible for notifying supervisor, immediately, if vehicle is in need of repair(s).
  
  
  
  
  • Able to work day or night shifts as required
  
  
  
  
  • Perform incidental work items and duties included within other crafts
  
  
  
  

General. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each Key Duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience.

This position typically is not an entry-level job, as it requires demonstrable previous experience as a Lowboy - Truck Driver.

• A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is preferred.

• Must hold a valid Class A CDL license, including current medical card.

• A minimum of (3) years CMV and/or other related Driving experience required.

• Three (3) to five (5) years of industry related experience in hauling heavy equipment, preferred

Physical Demands.

The following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by a Lowboy - Truck Driver to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Frequent sitting and driving a Commercial Motor Vehicle; using hands, arms and legs/feet to safely maneuver and control the vehicle using a steering wheel, turn signal, horn, foot pedals and other operational controls.

• Periodic standing and walking on typically hard, level surfaces, to conduct visual assessments of secured equipment, including drop off areas and general vehicle walk-around inspections.

• Stepping up/down, approx. 2', using access step(s) and three points of contact to access/egress to/from the vehicle cab and trailer, periodically throughout the day.

• Frequent vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

• Frequent ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and/or other sounds (e.g., moving equipment, backing alarms, or other alarms, instructions/directions from supervisor and/or spotter).

• Periodic lifting/pushing/pulling of up to 25 lbs weight; including manual dexterity to handle securement chains, straps and tie downs.

Work Environment.

The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those that a Dump Truck Driver encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions.

• Work environment periodically exposes the employees to high levels of noise, grease, and dust that is typically associated with a construction project.

• Employee regularly works near heavy equipment and moving machinery.

• Work may involve a variety of substances commonly found on construction sites or equipment shop such as form oil, grease, curing compounds, gasoline, diesel fuel and asphalt.

Demonstrates Safety 1st. It is important for members of our team to be actively involved in their own safety, while being considerate of fellow employees.

• Assess work environment for possible hazards and makes sure training is adequate to the task.
• Has proper personal protective equipment and tools, uses them appropriately for the given task.
• Speaks up if seeing an unsafe act
• Identifies and turns in near miss reports
• Asks for help, when needed, to perform tasks safely.
• Considers if there is a safer way to perform work and communicates.

Virginia Paving Company is a leading asphalt pavement producer and paving contractor for the state of Virginia. We are proud to have worked on many of the projects that have helped shape the footprint of Northern Virginia, the Stafford County/Fredericksburg area, and Hampton Roads, Virginia. Our teams successfully complete hundreds of paving contracts every year for projects ranging from public roadways and interstates, to commercial parking areas, to government and military facilities. In every case, we do so safely and efficiently, using quality material produced in-house at one of our seven state-of-the-art facilities.

We support a Drug-Free Workplace.

EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability are encouraged to apply.