Driver: Heavy II - Aurora, United States - Wagner Equipment
Description
** Driver: Heavy II**
**Job Category****:** Operations **Requisition Number****:** DRIVE01998 Showing 1 location **Job Details**
**Description**
Wagner Equipment Co., the Caterpillar dealer for Colorado, New Mexico and far west Texas, is seeking applications for a Driver: Heavy II in Aurora, CO.
A career with Wagner Equipment Co. offers growth opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package. to learn more.
The Driver: Heavy II is responsible for the transportation of all classes of machinery, parts, engines, including oversized and overweight loads, and other cargo associated with the daily operation of the company utilizing Class 8 size vehicles with multiple axle configurations in a manner that reflects the companys vision of working as One Professional Team. This position is also responsible for maintaining proper and accurate paperwork and ensuring a professional appearance with all vehicles and is accountable for basic operational instruction to customers on the safe operation of all equipment. Drivers in this classification are also responsible for securing necessary permits and hiring pilot escort vendors as required.
**Essential Functions:**
*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.*
Completes and maintains daily truck log, accurately
Maintains accurate reporting of all expenses and receipts associated with the day-to-day use of company credit and fuel cards
Completes IFTA reports manually and electronically as required
Reports all unsafe conditions regarding the use of company equipment
Secures required customer signatures on all shipping documents to include rental and sale contracts, load sheets, Safety Data sheets, and Lift Safety Sheets
Enters daily time within the ELC system and/or completes manual time cards and reports work times daily
Uses in cab truck computer for dispatching purposes and enters load and fuel information as required
Ensures entire vehicle is clean and meets professional standards, and meets all regulations established by operating authorities such as FMCSA and USDOT inspections
Orders vehicle transport permits as required
Secures pilot escort vendor services as needed to complete oversized loads
Reports to work as required to complete job assignments: early or late hours and/or weekends may be required to fulfill the job responsibilities of this position
Contacts customers and company sales representatives to coordinate load movements
Coordinates machine movement with local, state, and federal authorities as required
Seeks ways to manage the daily routine in the most effective and efficient manner. Works with the manager to implement agreed-upon changes
Maintains paperwork to include permits, receipts, and accountability for P-card
Meets the needs and requests of the customer in a professional and courteous manner
Works closely with the Sales and Service personnel to keep informed or to communicate any relevant information regarding equipment
Acts as an ambassador for the company, and promotes additional sales by explaining and suggesting other equipment and/or services offered
Conducts product demonstrations to customers and answers operational questions as necessary. This may require that the employee gather additional knowledge and understanding of all products and services available within the company
Conducts daily Driver Vehicle Inspections required by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration and USDOT
Performs minor repairs and preventative maintenance to transport equipment to ensure vehicle is in safe operating condition and ready for next-day business to include fueling and pre-loading whenever possible
Learns and understands transport equipment thoroughly to ensure safe operation
Inspects all machinery and equipment for damage at time of pick up. Documents findings and submits damage information to sales and/or service personnel as necessary
Applies knowledge and understanding of USDOT, FMCA, state, local, and municipal rules and regulations governing the transport of company products
Loads and unloads company products safely and according to all laws and regulations
Navigates weight restricted highways and curfew governs roads as required for oversize and overweight load dimensions
Hires pilot car escorts as required
Other duties as assigned by manager
**Competencies:**
Data Entry
Telephone Skills
Safety Knowledge
Reading/Writing Skills
Reasoning Skills
Organizational Skills
Communication Skills
Math Skills
Product Knowledge
Driving Rules of the Road for the stat of employment
Strong map reading and navigation skills
Strong customer service skills
**Supervisory Responsibilities:**
None
**Work Environment:**
Noise: Loud
Indoors and Outdoors
Small and/or enclosed spaces
Specific Risks: Works with moving, mechanical parts; may work in high places and be exposed to equipment vibration and fumes
Winter and off-road driving required
Must have the ability to work in out-of-town locations overnight as required
**Physical Demands:**
Standing
Walking
Talking
Sitting
Use of Hands
Hearing
Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, etc.
Heavy work that includes lifting and/or moving objects up to 60 pounds or more
**Travel Requirements:**
75%-100%
**Required Education and Experience:**
High School Diploma or GED
5+ years driving experience, including mountain driving
3-5 years administrative/clerical experience
3-5 years customer service experience
1-3 years sales experience
3-5 years working knowledge of construction equipment
3-5 years working knowledge of pilot escort & oversize requirements for multiple states
**Additional Eligibility Requirements:**
Valid Drivers License (for state of employment)- CDL Class A with endorsements for doubles, triples, and tanker
Excellent driving record required (no DUIs, suspensions, or DOT violations)
Must pass all required pre-employment screenings which may include but are not limited to background checks, drug/alcohol testing, fit for duty testing, and any other job-related tests/screenings
**Pay Range:** $ $29.40 per hour
Pay rate is dependent on education and experience.
**Employee Benefits:** Wagner Equipment Co. provides the following benefits to all full-time employees
Paid Time Off (PTO) Plan
Company Paid Holidays
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life and AD&D Insurance
401K Savings Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
**Other Duties:**
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.
Wagner Equipment Co. is an EEO/AA/Veterans/Disabled employer.
**Skills**
**Education**
**Experience**
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an i