Heavy Equipment Haul Truck Driver

Davita Inc.; Sulphur (LA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the heavy equipment sector is seeking a dedicated delivery driver to join their team. The role involves safely transporting heavy equipment, performing safety inspections, and providing excellent customer service. Candidates should possess a valid Class A CDL and have a strong understanding of DOT regulations. You will have opportunities to work with specialized equipment in a dynamic and safe environment.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL with excellent Motor Vehicle Record required.
• Knowledge of DOT and FMCSA laws and regulations.
• Lowboy trailers/RGN trailers and construction equipment background is a must.

Responsibilities

• Safely deliver and pick up heavy equipment and specialty attachments.
• Perform daily vehicle safety inspections and report issues.
• Properly load, secure, and unload heavy equipment.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent GED

Tools

Wynne System

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Open and close the rental yard per company procedure
Perform daily vehicle safety inspections on heavy haul truck and trailer, promptly report any issues to manager
Communicate with manager on maintenance issues and preventative maintenance of truck and trailer
Properly load, secure and unload heavy equipment and specialty attachments per company procedure
Properly plan routes and schedules to meet customers' expectations
Notify manager if route is compromised causing a delay in delivery of heavy equipment or attachments
Safely deliver and pick up heavy equipment and specialty attachments
Maintain accurate delivery and pickup records utilizing e-log system.
Promptly inform supervisor of difficulties with deliveries or pickups
Verify order details and obtains customer signature on delivery ticket
Provide excellent customer service during the delivery transaction
Instruct customers on heavy equipment operation, utilizing Standard Operating Procedures if needed
Promptly notify management of damages or mechanical issues to heavy equipment or specialty attachments
Responsible for providing manager with proper delivery documents, so that counts can be verified prior to
unloading heavy equipment and attachments at Service Center
Responsible for extraction of keys in vehicle or heavy haul equipment upon delivery back to Service Center
Report all safety incidents or violations immediately to supervisor
Follow Standard Operating Procedures while carrying out the responsibilities of position
Ensure compliance with applicable federal and state laws, regulations, standards and guidelines
Comply with all government safety requirements and other regulations
Adhere to all company policies, procedures, rules and regulations in written or verbal form
Attend all Department, Service Center and Safety meetings
Perform other duties as requested
Embraces BLE core values: Make It Happen, Do the Right Thing, Work Hard, Smart and Safe, We Care, Be the Best
and Own It

High school diploma or equivalent GED is preferred but not required
Valid Class A CDL, along with an excellent Motor Vehicle Record required
Lowboy trailers/RGN trailers and construction equipment background a must
Knowledge of and understanding of current DOT and FMCSA laws and regulations required
Proficient in Wynne System and Microsoft Office including: Word and Excel
Knowledge of frequently used Sales and Customer Relations Concepts, Practices and Procedures