Winch Truck Operator 1

Gravity Power & Rental; Artesia (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Gravity in Artesia, NM seeks a Winch Truck Operator 1 to load and move frac tanks, mud tanks, and pits using a mechanical winch. You may also operate a flatbed trailer to transport equipment within the work area.

The role requires a valid CDL Class A license, 21+ years old, and at least one year of driving experience, with strong safety and DOT compliance. Basic mechanical skills and ability to lift 50+ lbs are required.

Qualifications

• CDL Class A license required.
• High School or GED completed.
• Must be 21+ years old and able to maintain insurability with company insurance.
• At least 1 year of driving experience.
• Basic mechanical knowledge for minor repairs.
• Able to lift 50+ pounds.
• Ability to read, write and speak English clearly.

Responsibilities

• Operates winch truck and loads/unloads equipment using winches and chains, straps, and booms.
• Performs pre/post trip inspections and maintains logbooks as required by DOT.
• Drives to loading/unloading locations within the work area.
• Ensures vehicle and equipment safety and compliance with company and DOT requirements.
• Maintains hours-of-service documentation and on-call communication as needed.
• Adheres to all safety policies and completes monthly safety trainings.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

CDL Class A

Lifting 50+ lbs

English communication

One year driving experience

Basic mechanic knowledge

Education

High School or GED

Job description

Gravity
6551 Seven Rivers Hwy
Artesia, NM 88210, USA

Description

The Winch Truck Operator 1 drives and operates a winch truck equipped with a mechanical winch to load and move frac tanks, mud tanks, and pits. May also utilize a flatbed trailer to pick up, transport, and unload oil field servicing or drilling equipment from and to various locations within the work area.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Works with ethics, honesty, values, and integrity. Provides a position of professionalism to others.
• Performs complete pre/post trip inspections.
• Drives the truck to/from the location to load/unload equipment.
• Mechanically loads/unloads equipment using a single or double winch, and manually ties down the loaded equipment using chains, straps, and boomers.
• Keeps truck and equipment in safe, operable condition by performing daily and periodic mechanical and safety inspections.
• Maintains all required logbooks, DVIR, and all other DOT requirements.
• Completes work tickets for jobs legibly, timely, and with detailed description of daily activity.
• Adheres to all DOT rules and regulations and all job-related Company, state, and federal requirements.
• Maintains driver’s hours-of-service by using electronic and/or paper logbook reporting.
• Stays current on safety techniques and takes advantage of opportunities to improve driving and safety skills.
• Works on hydrotesting tanks when Swampers aren’t available.
• Completes all monthly safety and equipment-related trainings.
• Answers Company-issued cell phone during on call hours, in accordance with Company and safety policies.
• Any other duty, responsibility or task as assigned by the supervisor.

Behaviors

• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them

Experience

• Must have a valid CDL Class A Driver's license with the proper endorsements required for the type of truck and state operation.
• High School or GED equivalent, some college preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years of age and able to maintain insurability with Company insurance.
• Must have at lease one year of previous driving experience.
• Possess basic mechanic knowledge for minor repairs.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds required.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English to the extent they understand verbal and written instructions in English.
• Requires a strong sense of direction and knowledge of surrounding areas.Must be able to communicate effectively with co-workers, customers, and management.

Licenses & Certifications

Driver's License

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