Summary:
A hot shot driver is responsible for loading, securing and transporting loads and equipment using a pickup truck and gooseneck trailer.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Safely travel to site; load and secure load onto trailer
Safely deliver secure load
Ensure load securing equipment is maintained properly
Understand and comply with company, customer, and health/safety policies, and any other regulations that are required
Reports any and all incidents immediately
Able to work in all weather conditions
Performs other duties as directed by management
Required Skills
Knowledge of load permits and state and federal truck driving regulations
Knowledge of and ability to safely secure loads for transport
Must be able to work in fast-paced environment
Must possess organizational and problem-solving skills
Must be able to work with a team
Must be able to lift 60 lbs.
and handle physically demanding work
Must be able to communicate using oral and basic written communication
Must pass a Pre-Employment Drug & Alcohol screening and participate in the random testing pool
Must pass a background check and motor vehicle record check
Arrange for reliable transportation to and from work
Qualifications
The requirements listed in this job description are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required and must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Work Environment
This job operates in an outside environment.
The role routinely works in all weather conditions, including but not limited to: extreme wind, rain, cold, heat, etc.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position.
This position regularly requires long hours and weekend work as job duties demand.
Licenses & Certifications
Valid Driver's License
Class A or B CDL required
Education & Experience
High School Diploma or equivalent
Previous winch experience preferred
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.