Commercial Driver

About the role

Job Title: Commercial Driver FLSA Status: Nonexempt Department: Fleet Operations Reports to: Superintendent GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE: The Commercial Driver is responsible for the operations of a variety of large vehicles and equipment for the transport of Company cargo.

Primary responsibilities include equipment operation, maintenance, Department of Transportation (DOT) compliance (including accurate logbooks), and scheduling of deliveries.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Operational Excellence and Maintenance Maintain a well-running equipment and trailer while in possession and after trips, including servicing as needed Ensure equipment is properly loaded, weight distributed, secured, and protected for transportation Ability to lead a comprehensive and appropriate job briefing during operations shifts, maintenance shifts, and while conducting maintenance tasks.

Adheres to and enforces Loram and general railroad operating practices and safety procedures Drive and/or operate the vehicle to and from the jobsite in a safe and responsible manner Able to identify problems and correct concerns following Loram Operating rules Machine Operations and Technical Knowledge Controls the operation of the overhaul equipment without assistance in all situations Assists in scheduled preventative and unscheduled maintenance to assure consistent product quality and machine reliability Compliance Perform DOT inspections per regulations Maintain an accurate and up-to-date DOT logbook per regulations Secure required special permits as needed Need to obtain and maintain proper credentials to be qualified to operate the various machine platforms Communications Maintain communication with Manager and crews to ensure on-time deliveries BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES: 1.

Safety Awareness 2. Values Based Leadership 3. Personal Accountability 4. Informing 5. Action Oriented 6. Takes Direction & Effectively Executes

Required Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma/Equivalent Experience: 1+ years Demonstrated technical skills such as mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and machine operations Ability to lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. 1+ years Ability to manage 24-hour operations 1+ Demonstrated ability to learn best practices, continuously improve maintenance processes and passion for teaching others.

Licenses/Certifications: CDL-A license DOT Health Card PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience: 1+ Years' experience truck driving, heavy equipment operations and mechanic work PREEMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS: Current and prior relevant employment experience will be verified to confirm the candidate meets the minimum required years of experience for the position.

• This position requires successful completion of a pre-employment physical examination and role-specific assessments.
• Components may include DOT Physical Exam, Regulated (DOT) DS/BAT, Human Performance Evaluation (HPE), and Audiogram.
• Position requires successful completion of an eVerifile/eRailSafe background check as required by Loram's railroad customers.
• Ongoing eligibility is subject to compliance with eRailSafe standards.

Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. A Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check will be conducted upon hire and annually thereafter in accordance with Loram's Driving Policy. Successfully pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test. WORKING CONDITIONS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the role.

• 100% or more travel including international, using any method of transportation.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to apply high levels of cognitive, analytical, retention and reasoning.
• Excellent communication skills used within any social context.
• Can stand, sit, walk, reach, balance, stoop, kneel, hear, taste and smell.
• Can see up close, distances, colors and has use of peripheral vision and depth perception.

Can tolerate variable and sometimes extreme physical conditions during visits or inspections of company equipment in a railroad environment

Benefits

Benefits for this role include a comprehensive package with company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options; wellness programs; basic life and AD&D insurance; voluntary life insurance; company paid short-term and long-term disability coverage; 401(k) retirement plan including an employer match of 150% up to the first 6% you contribute to the Plan; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); behavioral health support; and leaves of absence.

Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement, payroll charity contributions, adoption assistance and optional plans such as legal, critical illness, and hospitalization.

Compensation

Loram determines compensation based on factors such as skills, competencies, education, and/or experience. Certain positions may be eligible for an annual bonus and paid time off in addition to base compensation.