Tri-Axle Driver 1

Job Summary:

• This position is responsible for the safe, efficient, economical movement of material year-round from one location to another as well as keeping [Company] equipment in clean, serviceable condition.  This hourly, non-exempt position will work with indirect supervision.

Essential Functions:  

• Operate tri-axle dump truck safely and efficiently on public highways and in off-road situations to deliver asphalt or aggregate material into asphalt paver, widener, stone box, storage bins or onto stockpiles.
• Report all equipment malfunctions to maintenance staff.
• Perform required administrative duties.
• Perform manual labor such as shovel material and roll tarps as assigned.
• Meet performance and technical standards required to qualify for Tri-axle Driver 1 entry position.
• Exercise proper care and maintenance of company equipment.
• Frequently work more than 40 hours per week and non-traditional hours including night shift, Saturdays and occasionally Sundays.
• Perform additional assignments per supervisors direction.

Knowledge of:

• State and Federal regulations regarding vehicle weights, rules of the road and hours of service.
• Local, state and federal traffic laws.
• *Heavy trucks.
• Mechanical concepts.

Ability to:

• Learn and follow [Company] company policies and procedures.
• Properly and neatly maintain logbook according to Federal DOT requirements.
• Properly and neatly complete required [Company] paperwork.
• Work with indirect supervision.

Qualifications:

• Must possess minimum valid Class B PA Commercial Driver’s License with airbrake endorsements.
• Prefer valid Class A PA Commercial Driver’s License with tank and Hazmat endorsements.
• Must meet company minimum standards for drivers.

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of verifiable experience in a like-CDL vehicle required.
• Minimum of 1 year dump experience preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work in a shop or field environment with exposure to dust, fumes, noise, vibration, confined spaces, extreme/inclement weather conditions, and a variety of petroleum products.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a current Medical Examiner's Certificate as stated in 49 CFR 391.43(h).
• Ability to safely climb up and on trucks and loads and shift gears.
• Ability to work with minimum amount of light on night shift operations.
• Ability to shovel.
• Ability to roll tarps.
• Ability to wear all required personal protective equipment.