Lowbed Driver
Suit-Kote Corporation - Caledonia, NY
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Job Title: Lowbed DriverOverview:The Lowbed Driver loads, unloads, and transports heavy equipment and attachments in a Lowbed truck in a safe and timely manner while abiding State and Federal Motor Carrier Laws.Safety Expectations: All Suit-Kote employees are required to comply with all safety rules and to observe safe work practices and operating procedures at all times. Whenever on Suit-Kote property, at a customer facility, or operating Suit- Kote equipment, employees are expected to conduct themselves in a manner that promotes the safety of the employee, co-workers and others.Responsibilities/Job Duties:Ensure safety and security of cargoMaintain log bookApply knowledge of commercial driving and skills in maneuvering vehicle at varying speeds in difficult situations, such as heavy traffic, inclement weather and in or out of tight loading and unloading areas. Must be able to back up equipment in all types of weather and conditions. This includes backing up long distances, around corners, and in and around very tight corners in all situations. Report all accidents involving driver or company equipment and any highway safety hazards noted enroute to locationAbility to keep equipment clean or clean it when neededPerform all duties in accordance with company policies and procedures, and comply with all federal, state and local regulations for the safe operation of a commercial motor vehicleWork in all types of weather conditionsRequired Skills/Abilities:Valid CDL AAble to work efficiently and independentlyExhibit strong customer service skills and willingness to work in a team environmentStrong work ethicMust be able to communicate with co-workers and supervisorPhysical Organization and time management Flexibility in hours - overtime and weekend hours may be necessaryPassing a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening is required and a background check will be conductedConsent to a DMV license evaluationMust have or be willing to obtain an OSHA 10 Hour Safety CertificatePhysical Requirements:Must be able to lift 50 poundsObserve and comply with necessary PPE requirementsMust be able to work in a noisy area with many odors presentPhysically able to open and/or close dome lids on trailers; hook and/or unhook trailers from truck; climb ladder to check holding tank, and handle hoses associated with this positionBending, stretching, stooping, kneeling, crawling and squattingOther Preferred Qualities:Ability to read and understand SDS Hazmat endorsement a plusBasic computer skills (Microsoft Office) Salary Rate: $26-$27Additional Duties:This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed. You will be expected to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested by your supervisor.Benefits: Suit-Kote offers competitive wages, paid time off, and a growth oriented work environment. We extend employer-paid medical and dental benefits, as well as employer-paid life insurance to all full-time employees. Personnel are eligible for participation in our 401k plan as well as supplemental benefits. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Minimum Salary: 26 Maximum Salary: 27 Salary Unit: Hourly
Created: 2024-09-23