Heavy Haul Truck Driver

Introduction:

At Bigge, we are elevating America with over 1,800 cranes in our nationwide crane rental fleet. Our Mission is clear; we buy, rent, maintain, and sell cranes throughout the United States. Since 1916, we have been building America’s most meaningful landmarks and created one of the highest-performing equipment companies in the world. 

Why Work for Bigge? Because we are the BEST in the industry! We have the best people and equipment, an incredible culture, great benefits, and competitive pay.

By leveraging our leadership position in the industry and innovative technology platform, we are forging new ground in safety, rental fleet growth, and employee enrichment – and we want you to be a part of that.

Responsibilities:

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  Drives trucks to transport material/equipment to and from specified destinations.  


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  Responsible for hauling 9-13 axles with a 3-4 axle truck, a 2-3 axle jeep, a 3-4 axle trailer, and a 1-3 axle booster.


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  The Heavy Haul Truck Driver needs to be able to handle single flip-axles or singers that are sometimes used to make a 3-axle trailer into a 4-axle trailer.


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  Positions blocks, tie roper, and other devices to secure load during transit.


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  Helps load and unload trucks.


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  Verifies load against shipping papers.        


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  Prepares receipts for materials picked up to ensure proper logs/paperwork comply with DOT regulations.


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  Maintains logs and records according to DOT regulations as required.


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  Maintains and checks truck equipment and supplies to ensure roadworthiness.


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  Notifies supervisor of currently needed or anticipated repairs.


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  Perform minor emergency roadside repairs.

Requirements:

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  5+ Years of experience driving heavy loads, including loads requiring permits.


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  Experience loading and unloading Rough Terrain Cranes is highly preferred


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  Experience loading and unloading dozers, scrapers, blades, and or dirt equipment is preferred.


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  Experience pulling heavy haul loads in the 90,000 to 140,000 lb. range


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  Experience using high-pole cars.


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  Experience with pulling loads that have dimensions that are a range of 12-14 ft wide, 25-65 ft long, and 11-14 ft tall.


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  Valid Driver’s license with Class A CDL certification, DOT Physical Examination (Medical card)


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  Working knowledge and understanding of Motor Carrier Safety regulations / DOT guidelines.


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  Knowledge of local major and minor roadways and the ability to effectively use maps and directions for efficient delivery routing.


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  Possess knowledge of and/or previous experience in driving delivery trucks, towing multi-axle trailers and steerable trailers, loading and unloading RT cranes, and operating safely within high-traffic or congested city zones and in small areas.


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  Must have proficient oral and written communication skills;


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  Must be able to pass a drug test, background check, and fit for duty test.


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  Approximately 90% of the time is spent in external conditions, which may include temperature variance, elevated noise levels, dust, and fumes;


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  Must be proficient with basic computer skills.

Benefits:

• Competitive pay and a matching 401(k) plan


• Vacation, Company Holidays, and Sick Days


• Flexible spending accounts/Health savings account


• Reimbursement plan for the company Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Policy 

Bigge provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, military or veteran status. 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.