Lowboy Driver

Durr Heavy Construction, LLC; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 31,822 - 45,323; Full time

Job summary

Durr Heavy Construction, LLC in New Orleans, Louisiana is seeking a Lowboy Driver to transport and manage materials and heavy equipment.

The ideal candidate must hold a valid Class A CDL License and have a minimum of 1–3 years of experience in heavy equipment hauling. Responsibilities include trucking, loading, maintenance, and ensuring safety compliance.

An excellent opportunity for those with a strong work ethic and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL License and current medical certification.
• Clean driving record (MVR).
• Experience with lowboy and dump trailer operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties related to the movement of inventory, materials, and heavy equipment.
• Drive trucks equipped to transport and dump materials.
• Maintain equipment through inspections and preventive maintenance.

Skills

Basic vehicle inspection and maintenance knowledge

Knowledge of safety precautions

Dependable attendance and consistency

Ability to work in a team environment

Education

Valid Class A CDL License

Minimum 1–3 years of experience in heavy equipment hauling

Job description

Lowboy Driver

Reports to: Equipment Manager

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Pay: Starting at $28.00/hr.

Summary Of Responsibilities

• Perform duties related to the movement of inventory, materials and heavy equipment.
• Drive trucks equipped with dump body configurations to transport and dump materials as needed.
• Load and facilitate movement of equipment using tilt deck and lowboy trailers.
• Maintain equipment: daily inspection, preventive maintenance, cleaning, lubrication, tire pressure checks, and trailer changes.
• Secure loads by positioning blocks and tarps.
• Prepare required documentation accurately and timely: maintain load tickets and detailed time‑sheet records of machine movements.
• Operate truck safely to and from destination, obey traffic laws, adhere to all safety regulations, report violations promptly, and follow incident reporting procedures.

The DURR Way

• Be proactive – anticipate future needs and address today.
• Be accountable – take ownership and honor commitments to others.
• Speak the truth – stay honest and share thoughts to improve self and team.
• Go the extra mile – do what it takes to get the job done right and safely the first time.
• Give praise – acknowledge and celebrate teammates’ achievements.
• Be part of one team – build strong win‑win relationships among teammates.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Basic vehicle inspection and maintenance knowledge.
• Knowledge of safety precautions.
• Maintenance of appropriate licenses and certifications.
• Hand, eye and foot coordination.
• Understanding, following and transmitting written and oral instructions.
• Dependable attendance and consistency.
• Ability to work in a team environment and communicate effectively.

Education and Experience

• Minimum 1–3 years of experience in heavy equipment hauling/lowboy and dump trailer operations.
• Valid Class A CDL License and current medical certification.
• Clean driving record (MVR).

Physical Demands / Work Conditions

Employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to handle or feel, and talk or hear. Frequently required to reach with hands and arms, and to climb or balance. Occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Regular lifting and/or moving of up to 10 pounds, frequent lifting and/or moving of up to 50 pounds, and occasional lifting and/or moving of up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required: distance vision and depth perception. Exposure to moving mechanical parts, outside weather conditions, vibration, and moderate noise levels.