Lowboy Driver - Thornville at The Shelly Company in Thornville, Ohio

Job Description:

 

 

Job ID:  283041

The Shelly Company, a CRH company, is a vertically integrated supplier of aggregates, asphalt, ready mix concrete and paving services throughout the state of Ohio. Our commitment to quality drives us to use the most modern, efficient and environmentally friendly technology in our industry. The Shelly Company is known throughout the industry for innovation, quality and for our commitment to safety.

Position Overview

The Lowboy Driver will be responsible for safe delivery of construction and mining equipment to various locations within the Southern Division.  The position will also require the operation of various pieces of equipment for loading and unloading purposes. This is a union position and requires that the selected candidate be a part of or join The International Brotherhood of Teamsters within 60 days.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

The criteria for evaluation in this position include but are not limited to the following:

• Maintains awareness of OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Administration) and/ or MSHA (Mining Safety & Health Administration) regulations.


• Works as a team member with other employees within the facility to ensure a smooth and safe operation.


• Safely load, secure, deliver, and unload equipment per Shelly Safety standards.


• Perform daily pre-trip inspections, maintain DOT Log Book, and complete required paperwork.


• Assist with equipment maintenance as needed.


• Comply with Federal and State of Ohio rules and regulations as well as posted traffic signage.


• Equipment moves will be scheduled according to work needs.  This may require multiple shift (day or night), weekend, and holiday work.


• Performs any other miscellaneous duties as requested by the Plant Manager/ Superintendent/ Foreperson.

Other Requirements:

• Shall hold and maintain an active Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Hazardous Endorsements.


• This is a union position and requires that the selected candidate be a part of, or join, The International Brotherhood of Teamsters within 60 days.


• Display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors, and the general public at all times.


• Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required.


• Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.


• Work may require occasional travel out-of division and out-of state.


• Report to the assigned job site ready to begin work at the designated start time.


• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Manual of Safety Practices and Procedures.


• Strict adherence to Shelly Company policies and procedures as outlined in the Company Book of Policies.


• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required. 


• Timely and regular attendance is an expectation of performance for all Shelly Company employees. Employees will be held accountable for adhering to their workplace schedule.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

Individuals are required to wear personal protective equipment in designated operations and production areas as stated by OSHA and/or MSHA.  Protective equipment that may be required, but not limited to, for this position:  Hard Hat, Hearing Protection, Safety (hard toe) Shoes, Seatbelt.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Individuals must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that they can perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations, using some combination of skills and abilities.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to communicate sufficiently to be able to convey and exchange ideas and to give and to receive detailed verbal instructions.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out simple one- or two-step instructions. Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or variables.

Physical Requirements

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 accommodations 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 sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

Must be able to bend, kneel, squat, climb, stand, walk, sit, reach, drive, and use fine and repetitive motor skills.

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and up to 100 pounds uding team lifting.

 Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee frequently works in outside weather conditions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Enviornment may be hot, cold, wet or may include working with others. May be exposed to noise, high heat, and moving equipment.

What CRH Americas Offers You

• A culture that values opportunity for growth, development and internal promotion


• Highly competitive base pay


• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs


• Group retirement savings program


• Health and wellness programs

About CRH Americas

CRH Americas 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 family. CRH Americas operates with a decentralized, diversified structure, letting you work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large enterprise.

CRH Americas 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! Please complete your online application and profile which will be sent directly to the appropriate Hiring Manager. Thank you for your interest in the CRH Americas family!

The Shelly Company is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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