Class A Lowboy Driver
- South Windsor, CT, United States
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Job details
- Experience
- Minimum 2–3 years of experience driving lowboy trailers or hauling heavy equipment.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
We are looking for a dependable and experienced Class A Lowboy Driver to safely transport heavy construction equipment and machinery to and from job sites using a lowboy trailer. The ideal candidate must have a current CDL Class A license with experience operating and securing oversized loads, including excavators, dozers, pavers, and other heavy equipment.
• Operate a lowboy truck and trailer to transport heavy equipment to job sites across designated areas.
• Inspect vehicles and loads to ensure they meet DOT and company safety regulations.
• Load and unload equipment using ramps, winches, or hydraulic systems.
• Properly secure loads using chains, binders, and other tie-down equipment.
• Maintain accurate logs and trip documentation in compliance with FMCSA and DOT regulations.
• Communicate effectively with dispatch, foremen, and project managers regarding schedules and equipment needs.
• Perform routine inspections and maintenance checks on truck and trailer.
• Follow proper procedures for transporting overweight or oversized loads, including permits and escort requirements.
• Adhere to company safety policies and promote a culture of safety on and off the road.
Qualifications
- Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with clean driving record.
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience driving lowboy trailers or hauling heavy equipment.
• Knowledge of DOT, FMCSA, and state transportation regulations.
• Experience with load securement, oversized loads, and permit requirements.
• Ability to perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and basic truck maintenance.
• High level of attention to detail, safety, and responsibility.
• Ability to work independently and manage time efficiently.
• Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, and travel as required.
More about this job
Skills
- Heavy equipment operation
- Unload equipment
- Mechanical systems
- Documentation
- Regulatory compliance
- Inspection
- Attention to detail
- Work independently
- Manage time