Heavy Equipment Hauler Job at First Rate Excavate in Sioux Falls

The Heavy Equipment Hauler is responsible for moving heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner. Heavy equipment may include trucks, front-end loaders, dozers, graders, compactors, and other pieces of equipment. The Heavy Equipment Hauler must also clean, maintain and secure all equipment as directed by legislation, policies and procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Operate heavy equipment in a safe and effective manner in order to minimize the risk of injury, property damage or loss of life Main Activities
2. Operate all heavy equipment in a safe and efficient way according to all relevant legislation, policies and procedures
3. Perform daily safety and maintenance checks
4. Clean heavy equipment as scheduled and/or required
5. Ensure heavy equipment is safely and securely stored
6. Advise the Foreman of any requirements for maintenance or repairs
7. Participate in routine maintenance
8. Workplace safety
9. Maintain inventory

Knowledge

Must have proficient knowledge in the following areas:

• Knowledge of truck and equipment safety
• Knowledge of operation of front end loaders, dozers, graders, compactors, and other pieces of heavy equipment
• Knowledge of equipment maintenance and storage
• Knowledge of road construction and maintenance techniques
• Knowledge of workplace safety requirements and procedures
• Knowledge of record keeping system
• Knowledge of equipment cleaning standards and procedures
• Knowledge of proper chaining of all machinery

Skills

• ability to operate seven axel trucks in a safe and responsible manner
• ability to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner
• decision making skills
• effective verbal and listening communications skills
• ability to read and write to record pickups and maintain daily records and logs
• stress management skills
• time management skills

Minimum Requirements

Class A CDL w/ Air brake endorsement and up to date medical card

Must be registered with the Clearinghouse

Hiring will be contingent on passing a drug screen and a

Motor Vehicle Report Record check

May require out of town work

Dependent upon achievement of certain employment status and eligibility requirements the company offers the following benefits:

• Hiring Bonus
• Career Pathway Mentorship
• 401K-With Employer Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Health Insurance 100% Employer Paid
• Dental/Vision
• Paid Accommodations for Overnight Travel
• Subsistence Pay for Overnight Travel
• Employee Assistance program
• Employee Owned-ESOP