Truck Driver GR1

Location
Belle Chasse
Workplace
On-site

About this role

Qualification Highlights 

  • Must have 2+ years’ experience as a Truck driver. 

  • Must possess all Knowledge Skills and Abilities for positions. 

  • Must be able to meet all physical requirements, must have or be able to obtain DOT physical. 

  • Must have a valid driver’s license (CDL Class A) and meet motor vehicle records check. 

  • Must have all required tools.

  • Must have reliable transportation. 

Position Responsibilities 

  • Will conduct daily inspections of equipment for mechanical items and safety issues. 

  • Will be responsible for all safety aspects of operating the equipment. 

  • Can follow signal directions from a signaler while operating equipment. 

  • Plan routes and meet delivery schedules. 

  • Comply with truck driving rules and regulations (size, weight, route designations, parking, break periods, logs, etc.) as well as with company policies and procedures 

  • Safely maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions. 

  • Collect and verify delivery instructions. 

  • Report defects, accidents or violations.Required Qualifications 

  • Must have a minimum of 2yrs Experience as a truck driver. 

  • Hands-on experience with electronic equipment and software (GPS, AVL units, CB etc.). 

  • Extensive knowledge of applicable truck driving rules and regulations. 

  • Must have a valid driver license (CDL Class A) and meet motor vehicle records check. Must have or be able to obtain DOT physical. 

  • Adaptability and foresight to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions, etc.). 

  • Must have basic mechanical knowledge and illustrate the abilities to inspect equipment. 

  • Must be able to follow instructions correctly. 

  • Must be reliable, accountable, and consistent in performing administrative processes such as but not limited to equipment inspection paperwork. 

  • Must be willing and able to follow all instructed safety regulations. 

  • Must be able to make it to work on time and work the designated schedule and any overtime as needed with the proper notification. 

    Preferred Additional Qualification 

  • Current Zachry or Zachry ROF’ed employee. 

  • Former experience working with Zachry Industrial, Inc. 

    Reporting to: 

  • This position does not have any direct reports.

     

    Physical Requirements

  • Employees will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting, sitting and lifting. 
  • Will talk and hear to communicate. 
  • Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, and pull objects, materials, controls and tools. 
  • May be required to pick up, lift, carry and move up to 50lbs. 
  • Will work at heights, climb ladders and stairways, and may occasionally work off platforms/scaffolding using the appropriate fall protection requirements. 
  • Must be able to work in all weather conditions (including heat, rain, cold and wind) while wearing appropriate PPE.
  • Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to hard hat, safety glasses/spoggles, ear plugs, masks/respirators, hi-vis safety vests, leather gloves and leather steel-toed work boots. 

    Required Tools 

  • Raincoat 

  • Rain Boots

    ZACHRY provides a Safe and Drug-Free work environment and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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