Lowboy / Dumptruck Driver

Gulf Coast Utility Contractors; Panama City (FL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Supplemental Insurance

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Simple IRA

Job summary

Gulf Coast Utility Contractors in Florida seeks a Dump truck and/or Lowboy Driver to transport materials across Bay County and surrounding counties. This full-time role requires 40+ hours per week and a valid CDL.

The driver will operate dump trucks and lowboys, inspect and maintain equipment, and follow a set schedule while coordinating with the crew. The position demands a 25-year-old minimum, a Medical Card (or ability to obtain one), and relocation within 30 days.

Qualifications

• Class A or B CDL license required (minimum 2 years).
• Must be 25 years of age.
• Medical Card or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Operate dump truck with dump body to transport and unload materials.
• Follow scheduled pickups and deliveries.
• Verify material types and weights being hauled.
• Communicate clearly with other equipment operators and drivers to meet job specs and timelines.
• Keep truck clean and in good working order; perform basic maintenance and fueling.
• Complete daily inspections and report any needed service to mechanics.

Skills

CDL License

Safety awareness

English proficiency

Tools

Dump Truck Operation

Lowboy Operation

Job description

Job Title: Dump truck and/or Lowboy Driver

Job Location: Bay County, FL and surrounding counties

Job Type: Full Time, Expected hours: No less than 40 hours per week

Manages Others : No

Lowboy Operator : Mustbe experienced in Heavy Equipment Operation; graders, bull dozers, dump trucks, front end loaders, and rollers.

Essential Functions : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation, and meet other requirements of this position.

• Drive truck equipped with a dump body to transport and dump loose materials; pulls levers or turns crank to tilt body and dump contents.
• Must follow a schedule for pickups and deliveries of materials.
• Is required to verify the types of materials he is hauling as well as their weight.
• When working in conjunction with other equipment operators and truck drivers, must clearly communicate with them to make sure materials are delivered according to the job specifications and timetables.
• Must keep his truck clean and in good working order with proper maintenance and cleaning.
• Responsible for daily inspection and fueling of truck, will notify the mechanic area when truck needs servicing or maintenance.
• Any other driving duties that may be assigned

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Class A or B CDL license for minimum of 2 years
• 25 years of age
• Medical Card (or ability to get one)

Ability to:

• Work independently and expected to maintain a schedule of work.
• Good coordination skills are required for a dump truck driver to operate the controls in the cab of his truck that manipulate the bed.
• Must have a good understanding of math and angles to properly position the bed to dump materials in measured amounts.
• Regular and peripheral vision abilities have to be sharp for him/her to be aware of other trucks and of the heavy equipment that frequently surrounds him/her at job sites.
• Truck driver must know and follow safety regulations of the company and the general safety laws as well.
• Work cooperatively with others and have a good, positive attitude
• Be punctual; Further, this means that you must be ready to work when your shift starts.
• Willingness to work out doors under varying climatic conditions
• and work overtime on an extended shift or off-hours as needed.
• You should also work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others.

Physical Requirements:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, grasp, reach with hands and arms
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time
• Must be able to wear a hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, and safety-toed boots
• Must have quick reaction times
• Ability to frequently enter and exit the cab of a vehicle that is 3.5 feet (or more) off the ground
• Able to sit in the driver’s seat of equipment and safely reach all pedals, switches, levers, buttons, etc. required to safely operate the truck
• Able to understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Must be committed to contributing to a culture of safety, looking out for yourself and others.
• Able to speak, read, write, and understand English is mandatory.
• The employee must have the ability to see with close and distant vision

• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance
• Paid time off
• Holiday pay
• Simple IRA

Pay based on experience and position. Minimum starting pay is $18.00.

MUST be able to relocated within 30 days of accepting a job position.

GCUC supports a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. GCUC does not discriminate against individuals based on race, creed, color, gender, religion, national origin, age , disability, veteran status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable laws.

In compliance with Federal and State equal employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, non-job related disability, or any other protected group status.