Crew Member, Transportation

Overview

Position Summary:

Responsible for performing labor tasks as assigned by the Crew Leader / Foreman. Responsible for assisting the driver with pre-trip inspection, safe truck loading, unloading, backing, and parking.

• Be ready and available to work, in uniform, as required at the job site or the office.
• Agreeably implement tasks as assigned by the foreman.
• Ensure safe, legal, and proper loading, unloading, and driving of trucks.
• Maintain a positive work attitude all day, every day.
• Complete all assigned tasks and daily work orders as directed.
• Cooperate with other laborers on the crew for safe and cost-effective completion of all assignments.
• Ensure that work meets or exceeds all company standards and complies with company policies and procedures.
• Use tools and equipment as trained and in accordance with manufacturers’ instructions.
• Ask questions if unsure of any tasks or how to use equipment/tools.

• Follow daily work orders from Foreman / Crew Leader and confirm a thorough understanding of all assignments.
• Understand and operate all equipment and tools safely in accordance with manufacturers’ operating instructions.
• Wear all personal protective clothing and equipment as required by the company and in accordance with JSLI & OSHA standards.
• Assist driver with Truck Pre-Trip Inspection; check to identify potential light and back-up alarm failures.
• Ensure truck bed is empty when others are loading the truck.
• Assist in securing all tools and materials on the trucks.
• Ensure load is properly positioned into the truck bed (centered & 2/3 forward).
• Assist in tying down heavy equipment onto the truck/trailer floor, including mowers, trenchers, tractors, skid loaders, etc.
• Ensure double wheel chocks are under the truck tires when palletized materials are moved onto/off the trucks.
• Assist in guiding the driver during backing up with hand signals and flags for traffic; assist by getting out of the truck to spot the driver.
• Use traffic flags to stop traffic when the driver is backing up, making U-turns, or connecting a trailer.
• Set wheel chocks at rear tires whenever the truck is parked.
• Set out orange safety-zone cones behind the truck to denote the work area for the crew.
• Report vehicle, equipment, tool maintenance and repair needs to the foreman.
• Direct clients to discuss any issues with the Foreman / Crew Leader.
• Report damaged, broken, or missing equipment, tools, supplies or materials to the Foreman.
• Ensure that all assigned vehicles, trailers, equipment and tools are inspected, cleaned and secured at the end of each workday.
• Dismiss assigned crew members upon completion of daily assigned work responsibilities.

• No prior experience required.

• Speak English or willingness to learn English.
• Preference for a stable work history.
• 6-month experience in the industry (preferred but not required).