Lowboy Driver

Blythe Development, headquartered in Charlotte, NC, is a licensed general contractor specializing in site work, road construction and golf course construction in North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia. We are now 100% Employee Owned! The company, founded by twin brothers and Charlotte natives Jack and Frank Blythe in 1989. Blythe Development's operations include clearing, grading, storm drainage, sanitary sewer, waterline, curb and gutter, sidewalk, concrete paving, retaining walls, culverts, bridges, stone base and asphalt paving. Blythe Brothers Asphalt Company provides the asphalt services for Blythe Development Co. Blythe Development employs over 900 employees. This large, experienced workforce enables Blythe Development to self-perform 80% of site groundwork, which gives them greater control than competitors who must subcontract the bulk of the job. General Description The lowboy driver is responsible for safely loading and securing heavy equipment to move from jobsite. This job description may also perform a wide variety of tasks, transferring from one task to another as the workflow dictates. Key Duties * Familiarity with the safe operation of construction andor paving equipment * Responsible for the safe loading and unloading of heavy equipment * Knowledge of all USDOT and FMCSA regulations * Perform daily safety checks of fluid levels for leaks and damage prior to operation * Notify supervisor if vehicle requires repair * Ability to calculate weights of equipment with trucktrailer combo to stay within DOT permitting restrictions and guidelines * Ability to safely drive a water truck, flat bed andor other commercial vehicles as required * Flexibility with schedule changes, location changes, time of shift changes Requirements * Valid Class A CDL and driving record within MVR policy guidelines * Current Medical Examiners Certificate (FMCSR part 391.41) * Ability to lift, push, pull, andor carry 50+ lbs * Preferred: lowboy experience Benefits * Employee Stock Ownership Program * Paid Time Off * Company-provided Cell Phone * 401k + matching * Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, supplemental insurance programs EEO Employer Drug-Free Workplace

Created: 2024-11-06