Dump Truck Driver

Overview

With over 20 years of experience. Our team provides quality workmanship and outstanding service to our customers who are represented by public utilities and government agencies.

Lots of prevailing wage work on JBLM or City projects.

We are looking for a hard-working driver that likes to work outside and takes pride in a job completed safely and efficiently to join our Tacoma team. Looking for a driver that wants to get out and help the field crews when needed and time allows.

• Conducts daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle, trailer and equipment inspections and completes driver's checklist.
• Practices safe driving skills in all operating conditions (including "4 second rule") following all vehicular safety regulations and consistently using spotters.
• Recognizes mechanical issues as they develop with engine, brakes and electrical systems and takes action when necessary to shut down and secure the machine to avoid additional damage; reports maintenance needed and/or any damage to their Superintendent, Foreman and Shop Foreman.
• Loads and unloads equipment in a safe manner and ensures equipment is correctly secured on trailers.
• Responsible for ensuring material is loaded safely and efficiently (ensures not overweight, no debris, etc.) and safely transports to jobsites and/or plants.
• Can follow GPS and get to job sites and to material sources in a timely manner.
• Spreads and dumps gravel efficiently, can place a truck and pup where needed.
• Performs non-driving, general labor duties as needed and/or directed.
• Provides materials' tickets to the Foreman daily so Foreman can complete their work.
• Maintains a clean truck and practices good housekeeping on all equipment.
• Ensures truck is fueled each night.
• Follows all safety rules and regulations and practices preventive safety measures; wears required PPE.
• Maintains and promotes Company's philosophy and core values of Respect, Trust, and Create.

• Must have a CDL Class
  
  A.
• Knowledge and ability to use GPS devices.
• Follows all DOT requirements and traffic regulations.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to work weekends and occasional nights.
• Ability to travel to various worksites.
• Ability to work long hours and in all weather conditions.
• Experience operating heavy equipment or working on a civil pipe crew is preferred.

• Full Benefit Package:
  Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401K Profit Sharing option
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Ongoing training opportunities
• Flagger certification course
• Lots of Career growth opportunities

• This position is designated as a safety-sensitive position and is subject to Drug and Alcohol testing per the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA).
• Pursuant to the FMCSA, all new CDL Drivers will be subject to the full queries of the Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse database to ensure they are not prohibited from performing safety-sensitive functions due to prior drug or alcohol violations.
• All new CDL Driver Hires must register for the Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse and consent to GEC NW, reviewing their Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse record.
• Pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check required. GEC NW is an Equal Opportunity Employer