Driver, CDL Heavy Equipment Hauler - Transport - Tucson, AZ - Military Veterans

Join our group of passionate team players, committed to providing the best level of service for our clients in a rewarding environment.

WHO WE ARE:

Founded in 1950, Empire Cat is a world-renowned Caterpillar dealer and a top private company in Arizona. We are a third-generation family-owned company with over 3,700 employees across 30+ locations throughout Arizona, Nevada and portions of Eastern California. We are a diverse group of people, but we all share an inspiring vision to BE THE BEST. That vision is achieved by our individual commitments to work hard and live our core values every day.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Competitive Pay
• Vacation & Sick Leave
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• 401(k)
• Tool Discounts/Tool Insurance
• Technical Training & Professional Development Classes
• And More

JOB DETAILS:

Shift

1 st /Day Shift

Location

In-Field

Schedule

Schedule to be provided by leader.

Salary Range

$23.58 - $31.92 Per Hour

Additional Details

CDL Class A with Hazmat, Doubles/Triples and Tankers endorsements required prior to hire.

JOB SUMMARY:

Operate transportation equipment for pick-up and delivery of machinery, parts, and similar loads. Operate trucks with or without trailers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Operate, load, and unload parts and equipment to be hauled.
• Ensure that all loads are properly prepared, loaded and secured before the vehicle proceeds from each stop. Personally check and inspect the load. Perform a thorough check of the truck before and after each stop.
• Properly secure any loose timbers and ramps with chains when in transit. Personally remove and put away chains or straps when unloading. Prepare before and stow away after each trip, the vehicle, trailer, and all auxiliary equipment such as chains, straps, blocks, and gear.
• Comply with all DOT, State and local traffic and highway laws, rules, and regulations. Safely operate all equipment in compliance with all legal weight and load size limits.
• Take pictures of questionable machine damage and report immediately.
• Assist in loading or unloading the trucks. Ensure all loads are properly prepared, loaded and secured to avoid shifting, loosening, or falling while enroute.
• Ensure manifests are accurate and error free. All items transported are on the manifest.
• Work safely at all times. Adhere to all applicable safety policies. Comply with all company policies, procedures, and standards.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain company equipment by checking fuel, oil, water, tires, etc on truck and equipment before starting. All equipment is kept clean and maintained. Report hauling equipment operation trouble to the office.
• Keep driver's license and required CDL and all endorsements current. Notify supervisor of any driver license problems within one day.
• Ensure all required paperwork is properly completed within applicable time deadlines.
• Work extra hours and scheduled days off up to the limit permissible by DOT when requested by supervisor.
• Work within and promote corporate values.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Appropriate manner, conduct, and grooming adhere to company policy.
• Ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively.

• Must be able to meet all safety requirements for applicable safety policies and use of all required safety equipment.
• Must have...