Heavy Haul Truck Driver (Knight Const. & Supply)

Growing continually since 1968, Knight Const. & Supply, Inc. (KCS) is a General Contractor (WA license #KNIGHCS2810N) focused on large heavy construction projects and industrial plant facility maintenance.

As a family-owned company and former U.S. Army Corps of Engineers National Civil Works Contractor of the Year Award winner, we enjoy close ties with Eastern Washington/Idaho communities around our Deer Park, WA headquarters. For over 50 years, we have been lauded by public agencies, commercial clients, and federal officials for our work in building and updating hydraulic steel and concrete properties as well as their associated actuators. These projects control the water flow, fish passage, and barge traffic via dams on systems including the Columbia and Snake Rivers as well as other waterways in Oregon, Washington, Alaska, Idaho, Montana, and the Dakotas.

With an uninterrupted reputation for quality, stable work environment, and long-term employees while providing training and opportunities as the company has grown, KCS seeks additional motivated people to carry on this tradition of excellence in the field and close-knit support within the community. KCS maintains office, manufacturing, and fabrication facilities onsite featuring millwrights, electricians, heavy equipment and crane operators, as well as general laborers and administrative personnel. We want you to become a part of our team tackling some of the toughest hydroelectric and heavy industrial projects while enjoying the less hectic atmosphere of the region to enjoy family and friends in one of the most beautiful and unspoiled parts of the U.S.

HEAVY HAUL TRUCK DRIVER

The Heavy Haul Truck Driver is responsible for the safe loading, unloading, and transport of heavy equipment to and from remote jobsites. Overtime required as needed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

These duties are those typically performed in this position.  Employee may not perform all the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties.

• Comply with all DOT regulations and rules, including daily inspections, driver logs, oversize loads and permits
• Safely load and unload heavy equipment for transport; follow all safety requirements to ensure equipment is properly secured
• Ensure all proper permits and documentation is on hand during travel
• Determine most efficient route for travel based on load weight, road, and traffic conditions
• Complete deliveries per shipping manifest, provide status updates to Shop Supervisor, and complete bill of lading as required
• Report any delays in the pickup or delivery of equipment due to breakdowns, weather or traffic conditions, or other emergencies
• Maintain company truck and trailer appearance and mechanical condition, performs minor servicing and repairs, schedule major repairs as necessary
• Adhere to all applicable safety policies, procedures and standards
• Work within and promote corporate vision, mission, and values of the organization
• Performs other duties as assigned

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND EDUCATION

The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or learned within a short period of time to successfully perform the assigned duties.

• Class A CDL with triples endorsement, DOT medical card, and clean driving record 
• Lowboy experience, knowledge of permitting oversize loads and routing 
• Mechanical ability and some knowledge of heavy equipment operation
• High school diploma or GED

JOB AND COMPANY BENEFITS

• Top of market hourly rate (DOE+) 
• Employer-paid benefit package (medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance)
• Voluntary health plans (flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), long-term disability, and life)
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time-off (PTO), holidays, and sick leave
• Stable, family-owned and -operated business that focuses on the value of our employees

Knight Const. & Supply, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, family medical history, or any other status protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at 509.276.2229 or accommodations@knightconst.com.