Class 1 Driver

If you are the type of person that takes ownership and pride in all that you do, cares about clients and doing quality work, works towards goals, is mentally alert, safety conscious and is structured in a past paced, changing environment, we may have the opportunity you are looking for:

As a member of the Excavation Team, the Class 1 Driver / Equipment Hauler is responsible for operating and driving primarily tractor-trailers, tandem vehicles and straight-body trucks to transport heavy equipment, goods and materials mainly on local and short-haul routes. You must also ensure Alternative Excavation’s Core Values of Trust, Integrity, Quality, Respect, Caring and Accountability; current standards; safety regulations; policies; and procedures are adhered to.
As a Class 1 Driver / Equipment Hauler, you will be working under the direction of the crew Foreman or Crew Leader and will need to follow their direction and leadership when asked to. Our work schedule is typically Monday to Friday with an average of 100hr pay periods. We pay OT after 100 hrs. We ask that you come to work willing and ready each and every day and work to the best of your ability. Those that do so will succeed and enjoy stable and successful employment with us at Alternative Excavation.

Requirements:
• Possess a valid Class 1 driver’s license with air and clean drivers abstract.
• Demonstrated work experience as a Class 1 Driver and equipment hauling, using a 45’ deck trailer.
• Practical experience with electronic/cellular equipment and software.
• Ability to drive long hours and travel regularly.
• Extensive knowledge of applicable truck driving rules and regulations.
• Adaptability and foresight to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions etc.).
• Mechanical skills to correctly identify equipment issues.