Truck Driver

Orion Marine Group has an immediate opening for an CDL Heavy Haul Truck Driver, in Tampa, FL. This position is accountable for performing loading, unloading, and delivery of equipment and supplies to construction and other sites for Orion Marine Construction. Incumbents are responsible for the operation of truck and trailers to deliver equipment and supplies. Typically, they will work closely with the Yard Superintendent and Yard Foremen, Construction Foreman, Dredge crews other skilled or semi-skilled crafts persons at the construction site. Must possess a CDL w/ Hazmat certification.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Works as assigned by the Yard Superintendent/Foreman to ensure the successful completion of on-going deliveries of equipment and or supplies.
• Receives written or oral instructions from supervisor regarding deliveries.
• Operates a semi tractor-trailer safely, obtaining required permits for oversize/weight loads. Secure loads properly on the trailer, free of objects that will fall off.
• Moves hand levers and depresses pedals to operate the truck, and trailer.
• Utilizes basic skills as an operator to load heavy equipment on the trailer and secure properly.
• Observes markings on the ground, hand signals, or grade stakes to when operating machine.
• Qualifies and safely operates and maintains equipment.
• Maneuvers and positions smoothly, in a safe manner.
• Performs maintenance duties such as cleaning, greasing, oiling, and fueling of assigned equipment.
• Performs daily safety inspection of equipment and recognizes possible problem areas
• Works closely with Superintendent, Foreman and other skilled craft persons to complete current projects in a safe, efficient and timely manner.
• Performs other related duties as may be assigned or requested by immediate supervision.
• Participates in Safety and Environmental initiatives and training that will contribute to compliance of State/Federal. Company regulations and improve existing Company programs.
• All employees, current and former, must maintain confidentiality by not disclosing to others any confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to the Company.
• Responsible and accountable for incumbent's own personal safety.
• Responsible and accountable for the safety of all co-workers and any others incumbent comes in contact with.
• Authorized and obligated to stop work on any task or series of tasks whenever an unsafe condition or situation is anticipated or is observed.
• Complies with all applicable laws, regulations and Company policies and procedures, and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so.
• Reports any and all violations of applicable laws, regulations or Company policies and procedures promptly, and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so.
• Performs other related administrative and technical duties as may be assigned or requested by immediate supervision (such as certification training, safety training, procedure review, etc.)

Position Requirements:

Requires a minimum of 2 years Heavy haul, Semi-trailer truck driving experience with CDL and Hazmat certification, and experience with heavy equipment.

The incumbent must:

Understand the basic functions and operations of various types of earth moving equipment.

Must possess a CDL, Hazmat certification

The Company expects and requires incumbent and each of its other employees to observe and fulfill the above and all other safety responsibilities and actively work toward maintaining a safe workplace. Failure to do so can result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable workplace accommodation.

The individual must also be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work or visit within areas where it is required. This includes hard hat, safety glasses, respirators, ear plugs, steel toed shoes, personal flotation devices, or other protective equipment as required by the work performed and location the work is being done.

The incumbent must possess the ability to remain calm during emergencies and respond appropriately as dictated by the circumstance of the incident and as directed by the Safety Representative or other management personnel. Must be capable of evacuating the work area in a timely manner should an emergency situation arise.

In addition, the incumbent must also be capable of:

Walking, stepping, climbing or otherwise moving from one location on the job site to another, and normally involves physically getting onto and off of work barges, boats, vessels, or dock facilities of varying heights and access parameters

Adapting to extreme temperature changes

Adapting to outdoor conditions and prolonged exposure

Compensation- Benefits:

An excellent compensation and benefits package is offered. Benefit plans include:

Medical, including Prescription Drugs

Dental

Vision

Life and AD-D Insurance

Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Plan

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off for Vacation, Sick, Holidays, Jury Duty and Bereavement Leave

Pre-Tax Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Career Growth- Development

Candidate Response:

Qualified applicants should apply through the company career page: www.orionmarinegroup.com/careers

Candidates that do not meet the minimum requirements will not be considered.

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), age, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status or any other category protected by law.