Lowboy Driver Operator

75% OVERNIGHT TRAVEL REQUIRED

Job Summary

The Lowbed Truck Driver will be responsible for the safe and efficient transportation of heavy equipment and oversized loads. This role requires a strong understanding of heavy haul operations, including securement, permitting, and route planning. Ability to operate haul trucks and other construction equipment to transport and dump loose materials such as sand, gravel, crushed rock, and/or operate a lowboy trailer for transporting equipment in a safe and efficient manner.

Essential Functions

• Operate lowbed trucks and trailers to transport heavy equipment and oversized loads to various job sites.
• Safely load and unload equipment, ensuring proper weight distribution and securement according to established procedures and regulations.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicles and equipment, reporting any defects or issues.
• Proven knowledge of heavy haul securement techniques and regulations.
• Familiarity with permitting requirements for oversized and overweight loads.
• Ability to read and interpret maps, GPS, and route instructions.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Take an active role in prioritizing safety for yourself and others at all times in accordance with Vulcan standards while operating equipment in and out of the plant.
• Monitor your surroundings when operating equipment in and out of the plant and report any necessary maintenance or adjustments that may be required to ensure safety to your supervisor or manager.

Critical Competencies

• Communication - Communicates clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, while actively listening and adapting the message to the audience.
• Team Player - Works cooperatively and effectively with team members to achieve shared goals, willingly assisting others and fostering a positive and productive team environment.
• Safety Awareness - Ability to recognize, understand, and adhere to safety protocols and procedures in the workplace; proactive in identifying potential hazards, taking steps to mitigate risks, and ensuring that both personal and collective safety are maintained in all tasks and environments.
• Personal Accountability - Honoring your commitments to yourself and others. Acknowledging and correcting your own mistakes. Taking full ownership to address and fix problems vs. deflecting blame to others.
• Material Handling - Proficient in loading various materials onto trucks, conveyors, or other transport vehicles while maintaining load stability and distribution. Ability to estimate weights and volumes for optimal loading and transportation efficiency.
• Initiative and Self-Motivation - Ability to take proactive steps, anticipate needs, and act without needing constant direction or supervision; drives to pursue goals, generates ideas, and seeks opportunities for improvement or innovation without waiting for external prompts.
• Work Ethic - Committed to high-quality work, demonstrating professionalism, integrity, and personal responsibility in fulfilling job duties.

Education

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.

Experience

• Previous experience operating heavy construction equipment is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must possess and maintain a valid Class A commercial driver’s license (CDL) with appropriate endorsements with clean driving record.
• Knowledge of general principles and practices of operating and servicing heavy construction equipment is preferred.
• Experience with DOT rules and regulations for transporting heavy equipment is preferred.
• Maintain accurate logbooks, mileage reports, and other required documentation.
• Communicate effectively with dispatch, clients, and other team members regarding schedules, deliveries, and potential issues.
• Take an active role in prioritizing safety throughout the operation for yourself and others at all times in accordance with MSHA and Vulcan standards.

Other Requirements

• Must be willing to work overtime and extended hours depending on customer and company demands.
• Must be able to work outside in all types of weather conditions and tolerate being exposed to loud noises.
• Adhere to all local, state, and federal transportation regulations, including Hours of Service (HOS).
• Physical ability to perform manual labor associated with loading, unloading, and securing equipment.

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Vulcan Materials Company is an equal opportunity employer.