Heavy Haul Driver
Martin Marietta Materials

Heavy Haul Driver

Description

Position Summary

As a heavy haul trucker, you must haul oversized and/or overweight equipment to and from a job site in a safe and effective manner. You must have a Class A CDL. You are also required to perform maintenance on equipment and work with a crew in the field as necessary.

Essential Responsibilities

• Transport Over Dimensional and Over Weight loads
• Inspect truck before and after each shift
• Inspect vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues and perform preventative maintenance
• Report any needed repairs to supervisor
• Document and log work/rest periods and miles spent driving and retain fuel/toll receipts
• Comply with truck driving rules and regulations (size, weight, route designations, parking and break periods) as well as with company policies and procedures
• Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions
• Operate equipment safely and efficiently in accordance with training and manufacturer's instructions
• Perform pre-shift safety inspection on the vehicle systems, equipment and accessories
• Ensure cargo is properly loaded and secure according to safety requirements
• Check to make sure loads are within legal height and width. If not, ensure that a permit is obtained.
• Responsible for good housekeeping of equipment
• Assist in plant maintenance and repairs
• Assist with operation of other equipment as needed
• Perform duties with minimum supervision

Minimum Education and Experience

• Must have a class A CDL
• At least 2 years of heavy haul experience
• Working knowledge of heavy construction equipment
• No recent moving or driving violations

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Must be able to work 12-hour shifts, possible weekends, overtime, and holidays as needed

• Basic knowledge of overweight/oversize permitting
• Must be able to read equipment operating manual
• Must be able to complete pre-shift inspection report
• Must be able to read and interpret gauges
• Must be able to wear all required safety equipment
• Must be able to communicate over CB radio or with hand signals and warning sounds, with coworkers regarding movement of vehicles and mobile equipment
• Must be able to perform duties in a safe manner
• Must be service oriented with proven ability to work in a TEAM environment

Physical Requirements

• Must have good hand/eye coordination and be able to operate hand/foot controls
• Possess good vision to perceive depth at close range and distances up to 150 feet
• Must be able to climb on and off equipment to operate and service
• Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, crouch, kneel in limited space in cab of vehicle
• Must be able to sit and operate equipment for long periods up to 10+ hours per day
• Capable of lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs.
• Must work outside in all weather conditions consistent with extreme ambient temperatures: heat, cold, wetness, dryness, dust, and noisy conditions
• Must be able to work at various heights

Working Conditions

Larger equipment is typically air conditioned. There will be times when outside assignments may require periods of work in all weather conditions-heat, cold, wet or dry and dusty. Must be able to work in areas where noise levels are up to 90 dbs.

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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