Lowboy Equipment Transportation Driver

Idaho Materials & Construction, is a CRH Company. Our purpose, commitment to the future, and formula for growth is to champion the safety, empowerment, and development of our employees. We strive to be The Preferred Source of quality sand, rock, landscape products, ready-mixed concrete, asphalt, paving and construction services. We succeed as a team by embracing integrity, mutual respect, innovation, service, sustainability, and financial strength.

This is a skilled position involving the safe and efficient operating of Lowboy or Tilt Deck Trailers to Transport Heavy Equipment to and from job sites such as but not limited to the following: excavators, loaders, scrapers, rollers, blades, asphalt pavers, and crushing equipment.

Equipment will be hauled on a tilt deck or low boy trailer. Drivers may also deliver all types of aggregates, asphalt, and other materials both residential and commercial by operating Bellies, Side or End Dumps.

• Thorough operational knowledge and skills to guarantee safe loading and unloading of equipment on and off the trailer.
• Must possess a valid CDL and be able to operate a 13 speed manual transmission.
• Must keep time and material records.
• Must follow verbal and written instruction.
• Ability for maneuvering in tight areas.
• Connect and disconnect Jeep Trailers and Boosters.
• Operate equipment safely and efficiently.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Any requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Must possess a valid state Class A commercial driver’s license (CDL).
• Doubles and Triples, Tankers, Hazmat endorsements are highly preferred, but not required.
• Must possess a valid medical card as per DOT standard.

• Two years related experience and /or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Incident free driving record preferred
• May be subject to drug and alcohol, medical exams, and physical agility testing
• Basic Math and Computer Skills
• Customer Service – Manages difficult or emotional customer situations;
  Responds promptly to customer needs.
• Teamwork – Contributes to building a positive team spirit.
• Judgment – Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
• Planning/Organizing – Uses time efficiently.
• Professionalism – Approaches others in a tactful manner;
  Reacts well under pressure;
  Accepts responsibility for own actions.
• Safety and Security – Observes safety and security procedures;
  Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines;
  Reports potentially unsafe conditions;
  Uses equipment and materials properly. Stay familiar with current DOT chain laws.
• Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment;
  Changes approach or method to the best fit for the situation;
  Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events such as adverse weather.
• Attendance/Punctuality – Is consistently at work and on time.
• Dependability – Follows instructions, responds to management direction;
  Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.
• Initiative – Asks for and offers help when needed.
• Innovation – Generates suggestions for improving work.
• Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness;
  Looks for ways to improve and promote quality;
  Applies feedback to improve performance.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolved written or oral instructions.

• GRIP – with at least 75 lbs. of force.
• CLIMBING – in, around, and on equipment.
• HEAVY LIFTING – of extremely awkward parts and equipment up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.
• AWKWARD POSITIONS – getting to and from both sitting and kneeling on the ground.
• FLEXIBILITY – awkward reaches.
• BALA…