Low Boy Driver

Thompson Excavation

  • Columbus, Ohio
  • 30+ days ago
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    Skills

    • Billingunmatched
    • Bulldozerunmatched
    • CPR Certificationunmatched
    • Class A Licenseunmatched
    • Constructionunmatched
    • Continuous Improvementunmatched
    • Customer Experienceunmatched
    • Driver's Licenseunmatched
    • Earthmoving Equipmentunmatched
    • Excavationunmatched
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    • First Aidunmatched
    • Heavy Equipment/Vehiclesunmatched
    • Maintenance Servicesunmatched
    • Mentoringunmatched
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    • Preventative Maintenanceunmatched
    • Project Evaluationunmatched
    • Regulationsunmatched
    • Skid Steer Loaderunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Telescopic Handlerunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched
    • Transportation Regulationsunmatched

    Description

    Job Description:
    The primary responsibility of a Lowboy Driver is to safely & efficiently load, secure, and transport heavy earthmoving equipment, such as excavators, dozers, loaders, skid steers, and telehandlers both to and from jobsites using a specialized low-deck trailer.
     
    Typical duties include:
    • Conducting pre and post-trip inspections of vehicle and equipment  
    • Coordinating deliveries & drop-offs with site personnel and support staff
    • Planning safe & effective routes to ensure timely delivery of equipment
    • Complying with all DOT regulations outlining weight limits, operator hours, etc.
    • Maintaining up-to-date logbooks, service requests, invoices and other docs
    • Understanding laws pertaining to the safe & efficient transport of heavy haulage
    • Performing preventive maintenance and minor repairs of vehicle and equipment
    • Generating and submitting service requests for major mechanical deficiencies
    • Performing additional deliveries and/or shop duties during downtime
    • Participating in post-project evals to identify “lessons learned” for the future
    Requirements:
    • At least 1+ years’ experience operating a Low Boy trailer
    • Valid CDL Class A Driver’s License w/ appropriate endorsements
    • Valid & up-to-date DOT physical
    • Understanding of industry-wide rigging and securement practices
    • Strong familiarity with DOT regulations and transportation laws
    • Excavation and/or construction industry experience is preferred
    • OSHA 10 Certification (Thompson will train, if necessary)
    • CPR & First Aid Certification (Thompson will train, if necessary)
     
    Shift Details: 1st Shift (work hours vary, depending on project needs)
     
    Thompson’s Mission, Vision & Values:
    By honoring God, we will become a nationally preferred concrete and excavation provider.
     
    To entrust and empower our team to create the best experience for clients, communities, and families.
     
    We will building long-lasting relationships based on:
    • Faith – Walking the path of obedience with a conviction for giving back to our community, both near and afar.
    • Safety – Staying committed to the health and wellbeing of ourselves and those around us, so that everyone gets home safely.
    • Integrity – Living a “no excuses” existence by taking responsibility for our actions and recognizing the contribution of others.
    • Quality – Seeking continuous improvement and striving for the highest level of craftsmanship.
    • Teamwork – Recognizing the exponential value of “the many” over “theindividual”.
    • Trust – Staying loyal to our teammates, so they know we’ll always having their back.
    • Respect – Treating others the way they deserve to be treated, by appreciating their efforts and lifting them up in times of need.
    • Empowerment – Helping each member of our team reach their full potential through mentorship, training, and patience.
     
     
     
     

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationColumbus, Ohio
    Websitehttps://www.thompsonconcrete.com

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