Low bed CDL Driver

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Tilcon Connecticut Inc., a CRH company, has played a vital role in building infrastructure around our state, serving the market from 23 locations throughout Connecticut. As a leading supplier of quality crushed stone, hot mix asphalt, and ready mix concrete, Tilcon Connecticut has supported the construction of superior roads, buildings and bridges. The most respected name in the construction industry, from the quarry to the road, Tilcon Connecticut does it all!
Are you looking for opportunities and benefits of a large corporation with a small company feel? Then Tilcon Connecticut Inc. and CRH is the company for you! If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today!
QUALIFICATIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Valid commercial driver’s license (CDL – Class A) with appropriate endorsements.
Experience moving construction equipment is REQUIRED. Familiarity with local and federal transportation regulations.
The job consists of moving construction equipment, including safely loading, unloading and hauling the equipment to its destination throughout CT and New England.
Must understand overweight routing as most of our loads require overweight permits.
Must be able to apply for and manage their own permits.
Knowledge of load securing techniques and weight distribution.
Possess an understanding of the operation of various pieces of equipment, sufficient to load/unload from the transport vehicle.
Ability to perform routing vehicle inspections and maintenance checks.
Ability to perform strenuous work in varying weather conditions.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
Ability to perform all job duties in a safe and efficient manner.
Ability to perform work in daytime and nighttime conditions
Strong communication skills for coordinating with ground crews and dispatch.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:
Employees are required to wear personal protective equipment in designated operations and construction areas as outlined by OSHA and state agencies. Protective equipment that is required for this position: Hardhat, safety glasses, reinforced toed shoes, hand protection, safety vest/high visibility clothing for any work in the field. Hearing protection.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is required to sit, walk, stand, climb, crawl, bend, kneel, reach above shoulders, and lift to 95 pounds for periods of time. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust to focus, and operate various pieces of equipment. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
Frequently: bend, knell, squat, climb, stand, walk, sit, reach, repetitive motion, right, left
Continuous: drive
Occasionally: fine motor
This position requires an employee to lift:
Frequently: 0-10 lbs.; 10-25 lbs.; 25-50 lbs.; 50-100 lbs.
Continuous: n/a
Occasionally: n/a
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts, works outside in conditions that may be cold and icy, and exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The noise level in the work environment may be high. The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Internal applicants: Prior to applying for any internal position, it is a requirement that employees must first notify their manager.
COMPANY INFORMATION:
Tilcon Connecticut Inc. is a leading supplier of quality crushed stone, hot mix asphalt and ready-mix concrete products throughout the state of Connecticut. We also provide heavy and highway construction, site work, and paving services for state and local road, bridge, and highway projects. Tilcon Connecticut Inc. and CRH is a great place to grow. If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Thank you for your interest in expanding your career with Tilcon Connecticut Inc. and CRH Americas Materials. CRH Americas Materials has a long and proud heritage as one of North America’s largest corporations. We are a proud reflection of the hundreds of family businesses, local and regional companies and mid-to large sized enterprises that together form the CRH Americas Materials family. CRH Americas Materials operates with a decentralized, diversified structure, letting you work i

Employment type
Full Time