Heavy Equipment Hauler - Class A CDL Local Driver at Wagner Equipment Co. in Carlsbad, New Mexico

Job Description:

Wagner Equipment Co., the Caterpillar dealer for Colorado, New Mexico and far west Texas, is seeking applications for a Class A CDL Driver to haul heavy equipment in Carlsbad, NM.

The Driver: Heavy position is responsible for the pick-up and delivery of equipment at customer sites and other branch locations. This position is responsible for maintaining proper paperwork and ensuring a professional appearance with all vehicles. This position is also accountable for basic operational instruction to customers on the safe operation of all equipment. Early or late hours and/or weekends may be required to fulfill the job responsibilities of this position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES

Administrative:

• Completes and maintains daily truck log, accurately and completely. This includes fuel and mileage reports, IFTA paperwork and daily logs (Includes DOT logs), and relevant information regarding pick-ups, deliveries, and transfers


• Accurately manages day to day use and reporting of company provided fuel card


• Reports any unsafe conditions regarding the use of Rents equipment


• Ensures entire vehicle is clean and meets professional standards, such as DOT inspections

Organizational:

• Seeks ways to manage daily routine in the most effective and efficient manner. Works with the manager to implement agreed-upon changes


• Assists with the workload in other departments / branch areas when not busy doing regularly assigned tasks

Interpersonal:

• Meets the needs and requests of the customer in a professional and courteous manner


• Works closely with the Counter and Shop personnel to keep informed or to communicate any relevant information regarding company equipment

Sales:

• Acts as an ambassador for the company, and promotes additional sales by explaining and suggesting other equipment and/or services offered. This may require that the employee gather additional knowledge and understanding of all products and services available within the company

Technical:

• Conducts daily post-trip vehicle inspection as required by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration


• Maintains vehicles to ensure safe conditions; includes daily inspections of tires, lights, signals, glass, etc. Vehicle fluids and tire air pressures must be checked and serviced daily


• Ensures vehicle is ready for next-day business; including fuel fills and pre-loads, whenever possible


• Learns and understands equipment thoroughly to ensure safe operations


• Demonstrates to customers how to operate the equipment being delivered to them in a safe and effective manner


• Inspects all equipment for damage at time of pick up. Documents findings and submits damage information to Rental Counter personnel upon return to the store or branch location


• Understands and complies with DOT Federal Motor Carrier regulations

ESSENTIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Education Required:  High School Diploma or GED

Minimum Experience Required: 

• 3-5 years Administrative/Clerical Experience


• 3-5 years Customer Service Experience 


• 1-3 years Technical or Mechanical

Other:

• 3-5 years Professional Driving Experience 


• 1- 3 years Working Knowledge of Construction Equipment 

Certificates, Licenses and Registrations Required:

• Valid Driver's License (for state of employment) Class A, CDL, Tanker certified Driver's License


• Excellent driving record required (no DUI's or suspensions)      

Other:

• Driving "Rules of the Road" for the state of employment


• Customer Service Skills           

Computer Skills:

• Microsoft Word - Basic                                                                                


• Microsoft Outlook - Basic

Other relevant information: Other duties as assigned by manager

 

Wagner offers great benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, 401K, tuition reimbursement and more.

Wagner Equipment Co. is an EEO/AA/Veterans/Disabled employer.  

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