Job Title: CDL Driver I, II

Reports To: Manager, Construction

Wage Type: Hourly (Non-Exempt)

We will determine pay rate based on skills and experience in relation to the function of the role, as well as equity to employees in the same or similar roles.

Job Summary:

The CDL Driver will be responsible for transporting heavy machinery, barricades, and other materials needed at various job sites throughout the area and must be willing to work on a crew assisting in construction activities. NOTE: This position is NOT solely a driving position. Physical labor and/or operating heavy equipment is a requirement of this position.

Job Responsibilities (Including, but not limited to):

·         Prepares & inspects trucks and machinery daily, including but not limited to: checking oil, fueling, greasing, preventative maintenance, cleaning trailer, stocking with supplies, emptying garbage, checking lights on trailer, running through the maintenance check list daily.

·         Organizes and oversees inventory of tools and daily preparation of truck and machinery.

·         Conducts a DVIR mandatory safety check daily.

·         Maintains a flatbed trailer.

·         Operates backhoes, excavators, rotomill, rock saw, loader, etc.

·         Loads equipment and materials to maximize loading capacity (within legal limits) on trailers to minimize repeat trips and fuel consumption.

·         Delivers machinery and material in a timely manner allowing crews to go to work immediately.

·         Watches for unsafe conditions and takes steps to alleviate or head off the situation.

·         Determines the safest and fastest routes to take to get product and to deliver equipment and material.

·         Hauls dirt to and from job sites.

·         Organizes and completes paperwork daily (timecards, logs, DVIR, and equipment checks, etc.)

·         Maintains a complete tool set, assuring that tools are clean and inventoried at all times.

·         Can identify hazards and problems on equipment and on the moving, loading, and unloading of equipment.

·         Reports to the dispatcher for verification of location, next job assignment, etc.

·         Attends safety and other department meetings.

·         Assists in other tasks and other crews as needed.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

·         Must be familiar with rules and regulations of the highways pertaining to heavy equipment moving and heavy truck operations.

·         Ability to do physical work and digging.

·         Ability to use basic math skills to compute weights, time cards, billings, etc.

·         Ability to do detailed work and work accurately, especially with numbers.

·         Ability to operate & drive the Transport.

·         Ability to respond to inquiries or complaints from customers, employees, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.

·         Daily and exemplary attendance and punctuality is required for this position.  The work may require overtime hours to be worked to achieve desired results.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

Physical Demands:

·         Must be able to sit for extended periods while operating a commercial vehicle.

·         Requires the ability to safely enter and exit vehicles multiple times per day, which may include climbing into truck cabs or onto trailers.

·         Frequent lifting, pushing, or pulling of up to 50 pounds may be required, including loading and unloading materials or securing cargo.

·         Requires full range of motion, including bending, kneeling, crouching, and reaching, especially during vehicle inspections or when handling freight.

·         Manual dexterity and visual acuity are needed for vehicle operation, reading maps, monitoring instruments, operating equipment, and ensuring safety in field environments.

Work Environment:

·         Primarily works in outdoor environments and within commercial vehicles; exposed to a variety of weather conditions including rain, snow, heat, and cold.

·         May be exposed to loud noise levels, diesel fumes, road debris, and other environmental hazards while on the road or at delivery/pick-up sites.

·         Work schedule may include long hours, early mornings, late nights, weekends, and occasional overnight travel, depending on route and delivery requirements.

·         Must adhere to strict safety protocols and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations at all times.

·         Work may involve navigating congested areas, remote construction sites, or active job zones requiring heightened situational awareness.

·         Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, gloves, safety glasses, reflective vests, and steel-toed boots.

·         Irregular hours, overtime, and on-call availability may be required based on operational needs.

Required Licenses/Certifications/Registrations:

·         OSHA 10

·         Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

·         DOT Medical Card

·         Forklift Certification

·         Flagger Certification

·         First Aid Certification

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at-will” employment relationship.

Level I or II designations reflect the knowledge level, independence, problem-solving, and contribution to others.