Winch Truck Driver

Job Summary:

The purpose of this position is to drive and operate a winch truck safely under specified height, weight, width and load guidelines.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

- Drives truck with a total capacity in excess of 3 tons.

- Has knowledge of load securing devices (straps, ratchet boomers, chains, and binders).

- Inspects daily winch cable for burrs, flat spots, broken threads, and tail chain rope socket.

- Inspects daily winch frame, welds, loose bolts on frame.

- Applies knowledge of moving equipment such as tanks, pits, etc.

- Performs other related duties as assigned.

- Wears proper safety equipment on job (when applicable)

a. Goggles, face shields or safety glasses

b. Ear plugs/muffs

c. Steel toed boots

d. Hard hats

e. Safety belts

f. Anti-fall devices

g. SCBA (Self-contained Breathing Apparatus)

h. H2S/multi-gas detectors

i. Slicker or tyvek chemical suits

j. Gloves

k. Uniforms/FRC’s

Qualifications:

- Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and written.

- Valid CDL A or B drivers license depending on vehicle required to drive with required endorsements and acceptable driving record within past 3 yrs.

- Understands placement of load securing devices (follow DOT requirements).

- Basic problem solving, organizational skills

- Has good understanding of location restrictions such as power lines, guy lines on units, and other equipment on location.

- Has knowledge of loading and unloading frac. tanks, checking to make sure empty, hoses are secure, valves closed before moving.

- Must pass company drug/alcohol urinalysis.

- Must pass post-offer “Essential Job Functions Test.”

- Must pass DOT-drug & physical as required by state and federal government.

Education Requirements:

- High School Diploma, GED, or the equivalent preferred.