Truck Driver

General Purpose

Individuals in this position are responsible for transporting pre-cast concrete wall panels to job sites and assisting with unloading the truck.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Conduct pre and post trip inspections as required by federal regulations.
• Check straps to make sure walls are secure prior to leaving ACS premises.
• Operate a Class A truck/trailer through all types of environments, including off road on job sites.
• Assists crane operator by helping attach crane rigging to panels during unloading.
• Prepare empty trailers for return to plant.
• Transport decked trailers.
• Refuel and clean vehicle.
• Report road incidents to Field Operations Manager/Site & Crew Coordinator.
• Follow traffic laws.
• Report mechanical problems to garage.
• Keep commercial driver license current.
• Keep medical certificate current.
• Provide hand signals to crane operators.
• Maintain logs of working hours and of vehicle service and repair status, following applicable state and federal regulations.
• Maneuver trucks into unloading position, following signals from set crew and crane operators, when necessary.
• Couple and uncouple trailers by changing trailer jack positions, connecting or disconnecting air and electrical lines, and manipulating fifth-wheel locks.
• Remove loose debris from trailers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Class A CDL driver license.
• Current medical card.
• A minimum of one year driving experience.

Core Competencies

• Good time management skills.
• Good navigation skills.
• The ability to concentrate and not be distracted while driving.
• The ability to operate vehicle in a safe and courteous manner.
• The ability to think quickly and react to situations on the highway.
• The product being hauled is heavy. Loss of a load on a highway could create a catastrophic accident. Drivers need to make sure they are taking the time to secure their load correctly.
• Be aware of the weight being transported, access to job sites and excavation hazards.

Working Conditions

• While performing the duties of this job, the individual will be working in outside weather conditions. Individuals will be exposed to wet, cold and humid conditions, fumes and vibration.
• The noise level is moderate when working in the field.
• Ground on job sites may be uneven and difficult to walk on.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to wear appropriate PPE (hard hats/work boots).
• Must be able to wear safety harnesses.
• Must be able to climb in and out of truck cab.
• Must be able to climb a ladder.
• Must be able to sit, talk and hear.
• Must be able to use hands and fingers and reach with hands and arms.
• Must be able to balance, bend with knees and walk.
• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.