Driver

Full Time

Morgan Industrial

Hillsboro, OR, US

SUMMARY

The Heavy Haul Driver will operate the multi-axle and combination trailers and heavy spec trucks as directed by dispatch, also they will be required to load, unload, tie-down all required freight as needed, read permits and understand over-dimensional laws and routes.

Essential Functions

• Plan, organize all loads and trips to maximize time and resources.
• Work in cooperation with Operations and dispatch a team to ensure customer satisfaction each and every time.
• Effectively communicate with dispatch on a regular basis.
• Manage risk and liability from the field and communicate any issues back to the operations team.
• Drives up to ten hours a day, in compliance with all federal, state and local laws, rules, and regulations.
• Maintains vehicles and equipment and reports on the machinery.
• Conducts pre and post-trip checks.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Well-versed in rigging but still willing to learn things not in expertise. Secures cargo for transport, using ropes, blocks, chains, binders, or other equipment.
• Clean yard, pick up equipment/tools without being told by dispatch or Senior Mgmt.
• Maneuvers truck into loading or unloading positions, following signals from loading crew and checking that vehicle and loading equipment, are properly positioned.
• Interacts with customers in a pleasant and friendly manner.
• Responds to customer complaints and issues in a calm and professional manner.
• Abides by all DOT regulations, including hours of service.
• Able to operate heavy oversized loads safely through various types of terrain.
• Must look at every job to Maximize profit yet minimize risk simultaneously.
•  Know and enforce the safety policy and set an example at all times.
• Accurately documents all mileage and service hours in a driver’s daily log.
• Ensure cleanliness by inspecting prior to loading and once unloaded.
• Maintains punctual, regular and predictable attendance.
• Works collaboratively in a team environment with a spirit of cooperation.
• Adhere to all company policies.
• Mentor other drivers.

Required Experience

• 3 Years of prior Heavy haul experience required.
• A valid Class A CDL.
• Current DOT Medical Card.
• LCV card, doubles, and triples endorsement.
• Familiarity with DOT Federal and State regulations on oversize transportation.
• Ability to read and process permits and paperwork.
• Able to tie equipment down per the DOT requirements.
•  Available to work 40 hours a week with overtime and travel when necessary.
• Prompt and reliable with excellent organization skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks and anticipate issues that need attention.
• Ability to consistently meet deadlines and follow up with little direction.

Travel Requirements

•  Must be able to travel 50% of the time, for up to five months at a time.