What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lowboy Driver position at Gilchrist Construction Company?
WORK SCOPE:
The GCC Lowboy Driver WS1 is responsible for safely loading, transporting, and unloading construction equipment and material
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Has a basic understanding of equipment operation, and basic knowledge of construction operations to ensure the most efficient location of equipment at the work site
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Is an approved company driver and possesses a valid hazmat endorsement. Meets or exceeds project safety, quality, efficiency, and profit goals for work activities
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Works with field manager/team lead to ensure GCC has strong crew/teams and promotes and champions the company's vision to be the Leader in Safety, Quality, Innovation, and Efficiency
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Leads by example, always professional and always in line with the company's values of Fair and Ethical Success. The GCC Lowboy Driver WS1 will be a student and a teacher
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Seeks knowledge, with a culture of continual learning, though all available resources, including industry and professional associations
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Serves as a mentor and a coach to other team members. Safely works on assignments that are routine in nature where limited judgment is required
- Normally receives detailed instructions on all work.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Outdoor
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Stand or walk for long periods; use arms and hands to reach for, handle and manipulate objects; lift and carry materials weighing 50 lbs.; climb up and down, carrying tools and equipment; stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl, and see (naturally or with correction). Ability to work in extreme weather conditions (heat and cold). See attached Physical Requirements Inventory.
EDUCATION GUIDELINES:
HS Diploma or Equivalent preferred. Must possess and maintain Commercial Driver's License (Class A).
EXPERIENCE GUIDELINES:
Graduation/Successful completion from Certified Driving Academy; and 1 years driving experience. Applicable experience may be sustitued in lieu of formal education and/or training.
KNOWLEDGE GUIDELINES: