Heavy Haul Local Driver

Company:  Carlile Transportation
Location: Anchorage
Closing Date: 24/11/2024
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description

**General Information**

Job Title: Heavy Haul Local Driver

Contact: Elizabeth Edge, 9072273349

Date Posted: 01/12/2023

Location: Anchorage Terminal

**Compensation and Hours**

Minimum Salary: DOE/Hour

Maximum Salary: DOE/Hour

Type of Job: Full Time

Benefits: Health/Dental/Vision/401K

Anticipated Job Duration: Year Round

**Job Description**

**Position Profile**

This position is responsible for the loading, unloading and driving of diesel-powered trucks to transport heavy and oversized loads in the greater Anchorage area.

**Essential Duties**

Operate safely and in compliance with all established HSSE policies and procedures

Inspect truck and trailer(s) for defects through pre-trip and post-trip inspections and submit reports indicating their condition

Operate a variety of trucks and equipment under a variety of conditions, adhering to posted speed limits and all other local, state, and federal laws and regulations

Maintain driver e-logs and maintenance e-logs according to State and Federal regulations

Make customer pick-ups and deliveries in a manner that reflects superior customer service

Spot trailers to warehouse, chock wheels, and may assist in loading and unloading trailers

Maintain hands-free telephone contact with terminal to receive accurate dispatch instructions

Ensure cargo is secured for transport according to FMCSRs and Carlile requirements

Maintain a clean work environment including swept trailer, clean cab, windows, and mirrors

Determine discrepancies in paperwork and verify proper placarding when hauling HAZMAT

Perform other duties as assigned

**Qualifications**

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Class A CDL with all endorsements (or ability to get all endorsements)

Two years of verifiable safe tractor-trailer driving experience; previous heavy haul experience preferred

**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities**

Ability to load and unload machinery to a lowboy trailer; flatbed securement experience

Ability to safety transport heavy and oversize loads; handle heavy chains and blocking

Familiar with dove/beaver tail trailers, as well as 40-65 ton RGNs preferred

Ability to supervise pilot car drivers and direct pilot car activity

Able to work various shifts, days of the week, overtime and occassional overnight/out-of-town work

Record of safe and competent driving as demonstrated on drivers abstract and driving files.

Experience in snow and ice road conditions

Willing to learn and take instructions with a positive attitude

Ability to maintain a TWIC card

Impeccable character, integrity, and unfailing initiative in a team environment

Must have a current Passport or birth certificate, with the ability to enter Canada and military Installations

Must be customer focused and represent Carlile in a professional and friendly manner

**Working Environment**

While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in outside weather conditions (extreme cold and inclement conditions snow, ice, rain, wind, etc.). The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and vehicle vibration. May also be exposed to long periods of isolation time while driving or resting. May also be exposed to heavy traffic conditions while driving

**Reasonable Accommodations**

Carlile will make a reasonable accommodation(s) wherever necessary for all employees or applicants with disabilities, provided the individual is otherwise qualified to safely perform the essential duties and assignments connected with the job and provided that any accommodations made do not impose an undue hardship on Carlile.

**General Information**

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at will relationship. I hereby certify that I understand and meet the aforementioned requirements and statements as outlined. Please sign below indicating that you have read the above information and understand the contents of this job description.

**EEO**

Carlile Transportation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity and affirmative action in all our business practices.

**Required Job Qualifications**

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