Driver - Rollback

Holt of California; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 37,195; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

Nine paid holidays

Job summary

A leading heavy equipment dealership in Sacramento seeks a responsible Heavy Equipment Transport Driver to load and transport machinery. Requires experience, a valid class A driver's license, and dedication to safe operations. The role offers $25 - $27 hourly, dependent on skills and experience. Employees enjoy comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and retirement plans, along with opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; 1-2 years equipment experience.
• Must hold a valid driver's license class A and clean DMV report.

Responsibilities

• Transport heavy equipment using diesel-powered rollback truck.
• Loading and unloading equipment with proper securement.
• Pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicle.
• Operates all types of heavy equipment following DOT regulations.
• Complete delivery logs and safety inspections.

Skills

Ability to read and comprehend instructions

Ability to write service reports

Effective presentation skills

Common sense understanding

Ability to communicate effectively

Knowledge sharing with technicians

Education

High school or GED

1-2 years of equipment experience or training

Tools

Heavy machinery

Vehicle inspection equipment

Job description

Holt of California is proud to be part of the elite group of Caterpillar dealers worldwide. At Holt we sell and service a wide-variety of equipment Tractors, Agricultural Equipment, Forklifts, Prime and Stand-by-Power Generation, and On-Highway Truck Engines.

THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN SACRAMENTO CA./FRUITRIDGE

POSITION SUMMARY

Handle diesel powered rollback truck to transport heavy equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS

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.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for loading and unloading heavy equipment plus using the proper securement of the equipment.
• Ability to work with tie down equipment such as chains, straps, and other securement methods.
  • Must complete pre-trip and post-trip inspection on truck and trailer per B.I.T. guidelines.
• Requires operating all types of heavy equipment.
• Must operate vehicle in accordance with DOT Federal and State regulations.
• Complete delivery logs, including daily time sheets, delivery sheet and safety inspections daily.
• Equipment must be delivered within established time frames.
• Responsible to receive daily schedule from dispatcher.
• Must handle fueling of trucks.
• Ability to handle unexpected situations such as traffic, weather, delivery locations, including road conditions.
• Extensive knowledge of truck driving rules and regulations and ability to comply with rules and regulations – as well other company policies and procedures.
• Driver needs to report any equipment malfunctions, defect, damage, violations or safety issues to dispatcher or shop foreperson within 24 hours.
• Inspecting vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues and perform preventive maintenance.
• Responsible to have customers sign rental agreements on delivery. Damage to equipment must be pointed out to customer either upon delivery or return and noted on rental agreement.
• Any accidents must be reported immediately to dispatcher. Accident reports are required for each incident and should be turned in to Store Manager.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos.
• Ability to write service reports.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers and other employees of the organization.
• Ability to fulfill the essential functions in a consistent state of alertness and safe manner.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Perform tasks from verbal/written instructions and communicate effectively with supervisor and fellow employees.
• Build competencies and share skills with other technicians, retain acquired knowledge.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

High school or GED and/or one to two years of equipment experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Must have a valid driver license class A. Must have a clean D.M.V. report.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle and feel objects, tools, controls and to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is also regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and sit.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts, is climbing to heights of 10’ or greater and is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee frequently works in outside weather conditions and is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals and vibration. The work environment centers around the tractor/trailer and driving on roads, streets, highways and interstates within the state. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

The noise level in the work environment is occasionally loud.

COMPENSATION

Pay Range: $25 - $27 Hourly

Pay Range Dependent on Knowledge, Skills, and Ability.

WHY WORK FOR HOLT OF CALIFORNIA?

Competitive hourly rate of pay with excellent company paid benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, 401(k), profit sharing, nine paid holidays, paid vacation, and paid sick time. Career advancement opportunities and ongoing professional development.

Holt is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/DV. Holt provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, all applicable veteran status or disabled veteran status.

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.