Slayden Constructors Inc. (SCI), a wholly owned subsidiary of MWH Constructors, Inc. (MWH), is currently seeking an Equipment CDL Driver to support construction projects with equipment and delivery needs out of Salem, Oregon.

Slayden is a leader in the construction industry, with a primary focus on water and wastewater infrastructure. Slayden is built on strong values, hard work, and a commitment to getting the job done right. The success of our company is best expressed through our efforts to provide a safe workplace with respected employees and a committed management team. Our approach has provided steady growth in work volume, successful career development for personnel, and an extensive list of satisfied clients for more than 40 years.

Essential Functions: (may include)

• Follow traffic laws and regulations, including maintaining a safe following distance, obeying speed limits, and signaling lane changes.
• Load and unload lowboy trailer and tie-down loads.
• Ensure that cargo is properly secured and distributed within the vehicle to prevent shifting during transport.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the vehicle to ensure it is in good working condition.
• Report any mechanical issues or concerns to the appropriate personnel for maintenance or repair.
• Maintain accurate logs of driving activities, including hours worked, miles driven, fuel consumption, and deliveries made.
• Interact professionally with customers and vendors during pickups and deliveries.
• Adhere to all federal, state, and local regulations governing commercial vehicle operation, including hours of service (HOS) regulations.
• Maintain a clean driving record and comply with company policies and procedures regarding safety and performance.
• CDL drivers may need to lift heavy objects, bend, stoop, and climb in and out of the vehicle, so physical fitness and agility are important.
• Communicate effectively with dispatchers, supervisors, and team members to coordinate schedules, report issues, and update delivery statuses.
• Position will at times require overnight travel.

Basic Qualifications:

• Prior construction-related experience
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with Class A CDL endorsement.
• Required to communicate information, ideas, and directions with the capability to perform the task or project discussed.
• Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and with the utmost regard for safety.
• If requested, the applicant shall furnish a written statement from a medical doctor that he/she has had a physical examination in connection with the application and is physically fit to perform the work.
• Please note that all positions require pre-employment screening, including drug and background checks, as a condition of employment.

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