Heavy Haul Local Driver

Anchorage, AK

Air Transportation

About the position

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.

Responsibilities

• 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

Requirements

• 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

Nice-to-haves

• 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 RGN's preferred
• Ability to supervise pilot car drivers and direct pilot car activity
• Able to work various shifts, days of the week, overtime and occasional overnight/out-of-town work
• Record of safe and competent driving as demonstrated on driver's 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