Truck Driver - Lowbed

McGuire & Hester

Truck Driver - Lowbed

Oakland, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Description

    McGuire and Hester is a construction company that provides complete site work services: pipelines, grading paving, concrete, landscape and mechanical. In addition to traditional project delivery methods, we are involved with design build projects and alternative delivery methods. McGuire and Hester have played an integral role in the construction of many of Northern California's most recognizable landmarks and infrastructure projects. Our storied past crosses more than nine decades. Our mission statement is, “Together We Build Things Right” which encompasses our business philosophy as well as our values and culture. We have a team environment that focuses on the greater good, resulting in a fantastic place to work that positively impacts our business partners and community.

    Job Summary

    The Driver's function is to safely load and secure equipment to be moved from one location to another. This job may also perform a wide variety of tasks, transferring from one task to another as the workflow dictates.

    Reports to

    Equipment Dispatcher, Foremen

    Key Communication Partners

    Dispatcher and Foremen

    Typical Duties

    • Valid Class “A” CDL license and clean driving record
    • Must have familiarity with the safe operation of construction and or paving equipment
    • Responsible for the safe loading and unloading of construction and paving equipment
    • Able to workday or night shifts and required
    • Knowledge of all USDOT & FMCSA safety regulations
    • Perform daily safety checks on fluid levels on oil, water, and fuel. Inspections for leaks and damage to vehicle prior to operation
    • Responsible for notifying supervisor if vehicle needs to be repaired
    • Experience with air brakes and standard transmission
    • Drive truck equipped with different trailer combinations
    • Maintain completed pre and post trip DVIR
    • Ability to calculate weights of equipment with truck/trailer combo to stay within DOT permitting restrictions and guidelines
    • Knowledge of FMCSA cargo securement rules and regulations
    • Required to carry a current medical examiners certificate (FMCSR part 391.41)
    • Perform incidental work items and duties included within other crafts

    Qualifications

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

    Language Skills must be able to read and write in English; bilingual in Spanish helpful but not required

    Mathematical Skills: must have strong problem solving, analytical skills, and reading comprehension and be able to deal with both standardized and non-standard situations with many variables

    Interpersonal Skills: the ability to interface and collaborate with a wide variety of people including clients, employees, managers, agencies, and the public

    Certificates, Licenses, and Registration : valid California Driver's license and clean driving record