Lowboy Driver (Nights)

Allan Myers Inc.; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Allan Myers Inc. is seeking a truck driver to support our heavy civil construction operations in Virginia. The role involves daily pre/post trip inspections, safe driving to job sites, and maintaining truck logs in compliance with DOT and company policies.

Candidates should have a valid CDL (Class A for heavy equipment transport; Class B for other rigs), a clean driving record, and the ability to work early mornings, evenings, and weekends. Local routes in the Newport News area are common.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or preferred.
• Valid class A CDL required for Low bed, low boy.
• Valid class B CDL required for Tilt and flat bed.
• In compliance with all DOT physical requirements.
• Previous experience is preferred.
• Valid Driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Performs daily pre/post trip inspections on assigned vehicle to ensure safety and report issues.
• Drives to destinations applying knowledge of regulations and road networks.
• Maintains a truck log per state/federal regulations and company policy.
• Reports traffic or site condition problems promptly and obtains location information for routes.
• Complies with truck maintenance, cleanliness, and repair guidelines.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Written/oral communication

Independent work

DOT compliance

Safety-conscious

Maps & navigation

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Responsibilities

• Makes daily pre/post trip inspections on assigned vehicle in order to maintain maximum vehicle safety conditions and to check for any damaged or work parts or for any signs of tampering. Must report all problems found to the shop immediately.
• Drives to destination applying knowledge of commercial driving regulations and of roads in the area.
• Maintains a truck log in accordance with state and federal regulations and company policy.
• Communicates any problems with traffic or with site conditions are reported promptly. Also, gets information on the location of the job site and the locations of any light bridges or roads on the way to the site.
• Complies with all aspects of truck maintenance, cleanliness and repair in accordance with the guidelines specified in the Truck Driver's Handbook.
• Performs other job-related duties as required or assigned.

Hourly Range: $29.00 - $34.00, based on experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Valid class A Commercial Drivers License is required for Low bed, low boy
• Valid class B Commercial Drivers License is required for Tilt and flat bed
• In compliance with all DOT physical requirements
• Previous experience is preferred
• Valid Driver’s license required

Skills, Knowledge And Abilities

• Ability to give and receive written or oral instructions
• Must have ability to work independently
• Must pass DOT physicals
• Skilled in loading, unloading Heavy Equipment
• Ability to maintain composure, professionalism in all situations
• Ability to read maps and follow directions to locations
• Must be physically able to operate, move about, and maintain a dump truck.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to change.
• Interact professionally with the public and others in the company while making deliveries.
• Ability to show composure and constraint while driving safely. Poor driving would result in a negative perception by the public towards the company.
• Adaptable and Flexible

Physical Demands

Prolonged sitting followed by hooking up, loading, and unloading equipment. Requires extensive and heavy physical activity and dexterity. Must be able to drive for long periods of time. Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs.

Work Environment

Must be able to work early mornings, evenings and weekends

Our Company Does Work That Matters

Allan Myers is a leading self-performing heavy civil construction and construction materials company with a strategic network of offices, quarries and asphalt plants covering the Mid-Atlantic from New Jersey to Virginia Beach. We build infrastructure: the highways and bridges that connect cities and towns, the public water and wastewater systems that provide clean water to your home and keep our streams clean. We take pride in meeting the highest quality standards because it ensures our work will have a long-lasting positive impact on the community. When you get home safe each night, you know that what you did that day matters.

At Allan Myers, you are part of a team dedicated to making things better, including your career. We pay well and provide generous benefits. We offer extensive training and promote from within. If you have the drive, we will help you build a career in the thriving construction industry and reach your full potential.

Allan Myers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.