Lowboy Truck Driver- Birmingham, AL

CRH; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

APAC-AL, Inc., a CRH Company in the southeastern U.S., seeks a skilled Lowboy Truck driver with a Commercial Drivers’ License to transport construction equipment to and from jobsites in Alabama.

Three years of related experience, ability to perform pre- and post-trip inspections, and strong teamwork are required; local candidates will be given special consideration.

Qualifications

• Operate equipment safely and efficiently.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections.
• Hold Commercial Drivers’ License with required endorsements (Group B or A per 49 CFR 383.91).
• Three years of experience operating a Lowboy Truck in construction.

Responsibilities

• Drive Lowboy Truck to transport equipment to and from jobsites.
• Perform inspections and routine maintenance as needed.
• Move transported equipment safely and coordinate with site personnel.

Skills

Safe operation

Inspection & safety checks

Communication

Teamwork

Heavy equipment knowledge

Education

Commercial Drivers’ License (CDL) with required endorsements

Tools

Lowboy Truck operation

Job description

APAC-AL, Inc., part of CRH’s South Division, is a leading supplier of quality asphalt and Construction Services in the southeastern U.S., with operations in Alabama. Working with government agencies, private contractors, counties and municipalities, we produce millions of tons of quality construction materials and pave many miles of highways every year. Our highly skilled workforce strives to deliver the highest quality products and services in a safe, timely and efficient manner, on every project. APAC-AL, Inc., is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer and an E-Verify Participant.

This is a skilled position requiring three years of related experience. This individual will drive a Lowboy Truck for transporting construction equipment to and from jobsites. This position requires the ability to make pre and post trip inspections, oil, grease, service and make normal operating adjustments to the Lowboy Truck, and move transported equipment as needed. Applicants must have a Commercial Drivers’ License and necessary endorsements in accordance with 49 CFR383.91: heavy straight vehicle (Group B) or combination (Group A) and at least three years experience operating a Lowboy Truck in a construction environment. Local candidates will be given special consideration.

Requirements

• Can operate equipment safely and efficiently.
• Perform an inspection of truck including but not limited to checking oil, water, horn, lights, tires, windshield and wipers, fire extinguisher, fuel and seat belt as well as cleaning mirrors and windows and also starting engine and allowing warm up period, checking braking and steering.
• Must follow verbal and written instruction.
• Knowledge of Heavy Equipment needed.
• Drive truck to and from jobsite to deliver and pick up equipment.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 lbs and be able to climb, sit/drive, shift gears, cover/uncover loads, change wheels, adjust lugs, use hand tools such as wrenches/screwdrivers
• Must be able to communicate effectively and be a team player

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of large international organization.

EOE/Vet/Disability

APAC-AL, Inc., a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.