Truck Driver - Heavy jobs in Kennewick, WA

Jammie's Environmental Inc. is currently seeking an experience and hardworking CDL A driver for our Rail Road division in Burbank WA. As a Jammie's CDL A driver, you will be responsible for safely transporting oversized and overweight loads to various locations. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in heavy haul transportation and a strong work ethic. Preferred qualifications include ability to operate an excavator, wheel loader, dozer and backhoe. 583 side boom experience is a plus! If you are reliable and dedicated professional looking for a challenge and rewarding career, we encourage you to apply! 

The CDL A Operator Heavy Haul involves performing various duties to aid in the retrieval and removal of railroad track material. The main responsibility is operating heavy equipment both on and off railroad property. 

Essential Functions

• Performs pre-trip and post-trip inspection of trucks, trailers, and equipment in accordance with Company policy and D.O.T. regulations.
• Drives tractor-trailer to/from job sites, inspects loads, and machinery being transported. Verifies transportation permits to ensure that specifications for overweight and oversize loads/equipment are accurate
  
• Moves, stages, loads/unloads materials/equipment in preparation of work activities for rerailing, load adjust/transfer, and/or track maintenance/repair/new builds. Upon conclusion of assignment ensures that equipment/materials are reloaded for safe transportation and actively participates in site clean-up.
• Assist in assembly, inspection, and operation of booms and other equipment. Operates equipment in conformance with standard operational policies/procedures while following all safety rules/regulations. Assist with rigging and connection of chains, cables, and winches during derailments. Performs equipment operations with awareness to surroundings and co-workers so as to avoid dangerous situations.
• Operates equipment (booms, backhoes, grapple truck, dump truck, excavators, etc.) in accomplishment of tasks associated with specialty lifting, re-railing, load transfer, track maintenance/repair, grading or other work in preparation for railroad construction and related activities.
• Works with hydraulic tools, welding, cutting with torches, and common hand tools in accomplishment of work assignments.
• Continuously monitors equipment/vehicles to minimize down town and to ensure operational readiness.
• Perform and document minor service on equipment/vehicles, referring more complicated mechanical issues to Shop Manager/Foreman for repair.
• Participates in disassembly/loading of booms and other equipment as necessary at the end of job assignment.
• Upon return to home base restocks vehicles/equipment with necessary parts, components, supplies in preparation of future work. Sorts scrap materials placing same in designated locations.
  

Requirements     

• A minimum of 3 years of experience operating commercial motor vehicles in a railroad construction or related environment is a plus.   

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) 
• Must be able to pass a background check and gain clearance to work on Railroad property.
• Work at a variety of customer sites and be available to work overtime.
• Ability to work varied hours, including but not limited to evenings and weekends, as well as some out of town travel.
•  Excellent driving/safety record. A current driving abstract and proof of all certifications and licenses is required. 
• Must pass pre-employment DOT drug screen and participate in JEI’s DOT drug and alcohol program, to include random testing.
• Must demonstrate the ability to perform duties in a safe and effective manner and pass a drive test.