• Follow oral and written directions.
• Safely operate heavy-duty trucks and trailers and remain vigilant of conditions surrounding the use of equipment.
• Recognize and take necessary precautions against hazardous driving conditions.
• Drive in a smooth, careful, and safe manner.
• Detect motor trouble and take prompt precautions to avoid breakdowns and damage to equipment and cargo.
• Properly load and unload equipment and when necessary to direct helpers.
• Load, secure, and unload heavy equipment, ensuring proper weight distribution and adherence to safety regulations.
• Thoroughly inspect vehicles and equipment before and after each operation to identify potential issues.
• Maintain logs of mileage, fuel consumption, and any incidents encountered during operation.
• Adhere to all safety regulations and company policies, including DOT guidelines.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors regarding equipment operations.
• Troubleshoot minor mechanical issues and perform basic maintenance tasks as needed.
• Make adjustments and emergency repairs to equipment operated.
• Familiar working with signalers, two-way radios and hand signals.

• Knowledge of proper operation of heavy equipment as well as safety standards and regulations is crucial.
• Knowledge of basic vehicle inspection and maintenance including tire pressure, checking oil and water levels.
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
• Strong work ethic.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Possession of a commercial driver license (CDL) valid for the operation of any combination of heavy equipment.
• One year of experience (within the last ten years) in operating heavy compound transmission motor truck tractors with semitrailer or heavy motor truck and trailer equipment.
• OSHA Credentials preferred.

• Be able to pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical exam.
• Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required objects over 50 pounds.

• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
• Outdoor exposure to extreme weather conditions, such as heat, cold, rain or dust.
• Prolonged exposure to the noise and vibrations.
• Position may require extended hours, shift work, and on-call status.

• Successful candidate must pass a pre-employment criminal background check.
• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.

• Commensurate with candidate’s education, experience and certifications.

If you’re interested in joining GWT as a team member, our online job application portal is easy to use and allows you to provide your information and qualifications digitally in a convenient and efficient way.