Heavy Haul Truck Driver

Moss Utilities; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Moss Utilities is seeking a Heavy Haul Truck Driver to join their Operations Team. This role involves safely transporting heavy equipment and ensuring compliance with DOT regulations. Candidates must have a Class A CDL and relevant experience. Join a family legacy in utility construction in the DFW Metroplex.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant RGN/Lowboy trailer experience.
• Minimum 2 years of experience hauling oversize, overweight equipment.

Responsibilities

• Safely load, transport and unload heavy equipment.
• Perform daily and monthly vehicle inspections.
• Comply with all DOT regulations and company policies.

Skills

Professionalism

Knowledge of DOT laws

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)

Job description

At Moss Utilities we specialize in underground utility installations. Our project capabilities and experience include commercial, single-family residential, multi-family residential, and public works infrastructure projects all over the DFW Metroplex. While Moss Utilities was founded in 2016, the Moss family has a legacy in the utility construction industry in Dallas-Fort Worth dating back to the early 1900's. Come join the Moss Utilities journey and family legacy.

The Moss Utilities Operations Team is responsible for the revenue generating activities of the Company. The Heavy Haul Driverplays the critical role of mobilizing equipment to and from job sites to allow the Operations Team to meet productivity and schedule goals. The Heavy Haul Truck Driver reports directly to the Dispatcher.

Responsibilities

• Safely load, transport and unload heavy equipment including excavators, wheel loaders, track loaders, etc.
• Connect/Disconnect flip axles, jeep and booster axles as necessary for the loads and in order to comply with weight laws. Company has 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 axle truck/trailer configurations.
• Perform safe and efficient load securement per DOT regulations.
• Perform daily vehicle inspections.
• Perform monthly vehicle inspections and inventory.
• Maintain accurate log records on paper logs as required only if operating outside of the air mile rule.
• Comply with all DOT regulations and laws.
• Maintain assigned company truck and trailer in a professional condition.
• Work safely in accordance with Company and Customer policies/procedures at all times.
• Comply with all Company policies and procedures.
• Other tasks as business needs necessitate. If necessary, the driver may be dispatched in an end dump to perform other tasks.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License.
• Must possess a current medical examination card.
• Must have at minimum (2) years of relevant RGN/Lowboy trailer experience.
• Must have at minimum (2) years of relevant experience hauling oversize, overweight equipment/loads.
• Must have experience and working knowledge of equipment operation.
• Must be able to demonstrate proficiency/understanding with axle weight ratings, DOT laws, permitting, curfews, etc.
• Ability to conduct herself or himself with utmost professionalism.
• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED ).