Truck Driver - CDL - DOT

Saulsbury; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Saulsbury Industries in Odessa, TX is hiring Full Time DOT Truck Drivers with a CDL Class A. You will transport heavy equipment such as forklifts, boom lifts, dozers, blades, and excavators to and from oil and gas facilities, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include planning routes, maintaining logs, inspecting vehicles, meeting delivery schedules, and documenting miles and fuel receipts.

Qualifications

• Proven work experience as a truck driver.
• 4 years of driving experience required.
• Must meet all DOT requirements.

Responsibilities

• Transport equipment or material to customer locations using a variety of trailers.
• Maintain a safe working environment for yourself and fellow employees.
• Inspect vehicles for mechanical and safety issues and perform preventative maintenance.
• Plan routes and meet delivery schedules.
• Document and log work/rest periods and miles spent driving and retain fuel/toll receipts.
• Comply with truck driving rules and regulations and Saulsbury policies.
• Report defects, accidents, and violations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Truck driving

DOT compliance

Heavy equipment handling

Route planning

Safety awareness

Tools

CDL Class A

Job description

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Truck Drivers - CDL - DOT

Location: Odessa, TX

Type:Full Time

General Information/Job Summary

The DOT Truck Drivers will transport heavy equipment (forklifts, boom lifts, dozers, blades, and excavators) to and from locations, in and around major areas of oil and gas industry facilities.

Responsibilities/Competencies

• Transport equipment or material to customer locations using a variety of different trailers. (Floats, step decks, lowboys, van trailer, etc.).
• Maintain a safe working environment for yourself and fellow employees.
• Inspect vehicles for mechanical and safety issues and perform preventative maintenance.
• Plan routes and meet delivery schedules.
• Document and log work/rest periods and miles spent driving and retain fuel/toll receipts. Maintaining paperwork is a must.
• Comply with truck driving rules and regulations (size, weight, route designations, parking, and break periods) as well as Saulsbury's policies and procedures.
• Collect and verify delivery instructions.
• Report defects, accidents, and violations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Proven work experience as a truck driver.
• Hands on experience with heavy equipment for loading and unloading. procedures.
• Capable of driving long hours (60-70 hrs. weekly), the majority of driving is performed locally.
• Extensive knowledge of applicable truck driving rules and regulations.
• Adaptability and foresight to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions etc.).
• Valid Class A CDL license.
• Heavy haul experience is preferred.
• 4 years of experience.
• Must meet all DOT requirements.

Safety Requirements

• On a continual basis, promotes an awareness of environmental, health and safety policies to ensure a safe working environment and ensures compliance with all accompany policies
• Ability to pass drug test as mandated by the Saulsbury Industries and Department of Transportation anti-drug program.
• Must attend and successfully complete Saulsbury Industries safety training education.
• Attends safety meetings and specialty training as directed by management.
• Attends various training classes as may be assigned by management.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.
• Ability to take needed safety precautions in performing the work.

Physical Requirements

• Manual and finger dexterity.
• Eye-hand coordination.
• Depth perception.
• Ability to see things clearly that are beyond arm’s reach. (Far visual acuity)
• Ability to see small detail.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to reach above the head while sitting or standing.
• Ability to reach below knees while standing.
• Ability to stoop or kneel.
• Ability to work at heights.

Work Environment

Employees in this position must be able to perform under the following conditions:

• Awkward or confining workspaces
• High places
• Out-of-door environment
• Noisy Environment
• Dirty Environment
• Air contamination (dust, fumes, etc.)

Saulsbury is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status.