Heavy Haul Transport Driver

W.W. Clyde; Apache Junction (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

GWC Capital in Arizona is seeking a Heavy Haul Equipment Transport Driver to move oversized and overweight equipment across the valley and beyond. Responsibilities include securing loads, route permits review, pre/post-trip inspections, and maintaining compliance with DOT regulations.

The role requires a Class A CDL with appropriate endorsements, DOT medical certification, and willingness to travel overnight.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in heavy haul transport.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Valid Class A CDL with Doubles/Triples, Hazmat, and Tanker endorsements or the ability to obtain endorsements is required
• Valid DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate is required
• Basic knowledge of oversized/overweight hauling rules and regulations across jurisdictions is required
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test is required
• Overnight travel will be required
• Basic Computer Skills Required (Email, Smart Phone, Excel)

Responsibilities

• Operates, loads, and unloading of oversized and/or overweight equipment and ensure that all loads are properly prepared, loaded, and secured before the vehicle proceeds to avoid shifting, loosening, or falling while in route; perform a thorough pre- and post-check to inspect the load and truck before and after each stop
• Ability to read and review permit for route, special considerations, and safety provisions
• Prepare before and stow away after each trip the vehicle, trailer, and all auxiliary equipment such as chains, straps, blocks, and gears
• Comply with all DOT, state, and local traffic and highway laws, rules and regulations and safely operate all equipment in compliance with all legal weight and load size limits
• Take pictures of questionable machine damage and report immediately
• Ensure all items transported are on the manifest are accurate and error free
• Performs general maintenance, minor repairs, and regular service on mobile equipment and equipment daily as directed by supervisor
• Mechanical and hydraulic trailer experience as well as skills to perform minor maintenance on equipment as required
• Safety, Safety, Safety comply with all DOT and company policies, procedures, and standards of safety
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Operate heavy equipment safely

Safety consciousness

Teamwork

Follow instructions

Long hours ability

Lift 50 pounds

DOT compliance

Basic computer skills

Education

Class A CDL with doubles/triples, hazmat, tanker endorsements

DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate

Tools

Email

Smartphone

Excel

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Heavy Haul Equipment Transport Driver

Job Summary: The transport driver is primarily responsible to transport heavy equipment across the valley.

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LOCATIONS: Various Construction sites throughout Arizona. *Some out of state travel required*

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Duties and Responsibilities

• Operates, loads, and unloading of oversized and/or overweight equipment and ensure that all loads are properly prepared, loaded, and secured before the vehicle proceeds to avoid shifting, loosening, or falling while in route; perform a thorough pre- and post-check to inspect the load and truck before and after each stop
• Ability to read and review permit for route, special considerations, and safety provisions
• prepare before and stow away after each trip the vehicle, trailer, and all auxiliary equipment such as chains , straps, blocks, and gears
• Comply with all DOT, state, and local traffic and highway laws, rules and regulations and safely operate all equipment in compliance with all legal weight and load size limits
• Take pictures of questionable machine damage and report immediately
• Ensure all items transported are on the manifest are accurate and error free
• Performs general maintenance, minor repairs, and regular service on mobile equipment and equipment daily as directed by supervisor
• Mechanical and hydraulic trailer experience as well as skills to perform minor maintenance on equipment as required
• Safety, Safety, Safety comply with all DOT and company policies, procedures, and standards of safety
• Other duties as assigned

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Education and/or Experience

• Minium of 3 years of experience in Heavy Haul Transport- REQUIRED
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Valid Class A CDL with Doubles/Triples, Hazmat, and Tanker endorsements or the ability to obtain endorsements is required
• Valid DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate is required
• Basic knowledge and understanding of all oversized/overweight hauling rules and regulations on federal, state, county, and city jurisdictions is required
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test is required
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds is required
• Acceptable MVR in accordance with Blount Company Vehicle Program policy is required
• Overnight travel will be required
• Ability to complete work tasks under various adverse weather conditions including heat in excess of 100 degrees, cold, and rain
• Basic Computer Skills Required (Email, Smart Phone, Excel)

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Individual Development (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• Ability to operate heavy equipment safely
• Attention and commitment to safety
• Ability to work well with others in a team environment
• Ability to follow instructions
• Ability to work long hours
• Ability to move at least 50 pounds
• Knowledge of DOT compliance

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As part of our hiring process, all candidates are subject to a comprehensive background check. Please note that our company maintains a strict policy regarding certain convictions. Applicants with a DUI or felony conviction may not meet eligibility requirements for employment in this position.

WW Clyde is an 'Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action' Employe