In this position, the truck will be assigned to a water and sewer crew to assist in daily operations. Must have experience in operating tandem dump trucks and working on water and sewer construction projects.
Essential Job Functions
- Drive vehicles such as dump truck, large truck and trailer, equipment haulers, etc. in excess of 26,000 lbs. to haul Equipment, Pipe, Other Materials, Debris, etc
- Loading, Unloading, and Securing equipment and materials; use of Chains, Ratchet Straps, tarps etc. to secure loads
- Daily pre-shift vehicle and equipment inspections, including any required forms
- Keeping daily log, if required
- Pass and Maintain written and hands-on OQ qualifications required
- Laboring on water and sewer crew, especially hand shoveling/digging
- Heavy/Repeated lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs
- Working in extreme weather conditions
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Valid CDL-A Driver’s License with driving record meeting Company Fleet Policy Standards
- Knowledge of underground utilities and locator markings
- Skill to operate vehicle in close proximity to workers and underground utilities
- Ability to interact with public, supervisors, and coworkers professionally at all times
- Possess a strong work ethic with a commitment to safety and excellence
- Ability to comprehend and communicate specific directions to ensure the safety of all
- Ability to pass and maintain written and hands-on OQ qualifications required
- Ability to tolerate working in extreme weather conditions
- Distinguish safety colors with 20/20 eyesight, if necessary using corrective lenses
- Withstand prolonged and repeated: lifting (including overhead, up to 50lbs); standing; climbing; kneeling; reaching and feeling; crouching and crawling
- Ability to work with a heightened awareness within the “red zone” of heavy equipment
- Flexibility to work various locations and schedules with the ability to travel, stay late or even overnight when necessary, with little or no notice
- Possess and ability to maintain a valid DOT medical card
Required Education and Experience
- Valid CDL-A License for > 1 year
- CDL-A driving/operating experience > 1 year
- Heavy physical laborer experience > 3 years
Preferred, but not required
- Valid CDL-A License for > 2 years
- CDL-A driving experience > 2 years
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
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