HOG Operator CDL

Position Overview:

At Hog Technologies, our team members take pride in being passionate problem-solvers who embody our core values daily. We are dedicated to upholding the “anything, anytime, anywhere” philosophy. Joining Hog Technologies offers a career path that involves learning from industry-leading experts, engaging with impactful technologies, and fostering a drive for innovation. By becoming a part of our team of expert innovators and problem-solvers, you will contribute to delivering world-class solutions for our esteemed customers. Embrace the opportunity to be a part of something greater with Hog Technologies.

The Hog Operator will be responsible for operating the HOG Trucks to provide surface preparation, coating removal, pavement marking and runway rubber removal on various roadways and airport runways across the United States and around the world as needed. You must hold an active and valid CDL and be registered with FMCSA Clearinghouse to be considered for this position.

Requirements

Specific responsibilities include:

• Operate Stripe Hog Waterblasting system producing up to 40,000psi. removing paint and thermo from roadways and rubber from airport runways
• Maintain FLDOT Hours of Service on electronic logging device
• Complete a shift inspection checklist on vehicles and/or equipment prior to use. Identify possible vehicle/equipment malfunctions and/or hazards and perform roadside maintenance when possible.
• Strong working knowledge of job site safety as well as ability to complete various subcontractor required safety orientation company
• The work environment may be wet; operators always wear protective gear and strictly follow safety protocols.
• Maintain good housekeeping practices on heavy equipment machinery
• Assist with equipment preventative maintenance as needed

Required Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years of relevant experience operating heavy equipment.
• Commercial Driver's License with Tanker endorsement.
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently with little supervision.
• Customer Service focused on the ability to appropriately represent Waterblasting LLC to customers
• Mechanical aptitude
• Frequent and continuous light to moderate lifting, repetitive handling, and maneuvering are required
• Walking, reaching, bending, and good eye, hand, and foot coordination is all necessary.
• Frequent and continuous light to moderate lifting, repetitive handling, and maneuvering is required
• Must be available to work out of town and for extended periods as necessary.
• Must be fluent in English, ability to speak other languages a plus.

Key Competencies:

• Honest and Trustworthy
• Loyal, reliable, hardworking, and competent
• Committed to meeting customers’ needs
• Team Player
• Punctual
• Dedicated and hardworking
• Ability to receive and communicate specific instructions clearly, and courteously
• Desire to learn

Supervisory Responsibility - This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment - the successful candidate will operate the Stripe Hog® Waterblasting System manufactured in Stuart, FL performing paint and thermo removal on roadway construction areas and removal of rubber on airport runways across the United States and around the world as needed.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work - Scheduled hours will vary based on project necessity and will be communicated to the team member via a scheduling application installed on a company-provided tablet. It is most common to have road closure availability to perform removal projects. It is extremely important that each applicant understands that these jobs are 85-90% of the time performed at night, with varying shifts starting at 7:00 pm and extending through 7:00 am the next morning. Schedules are based on business needs.

Travel - this position primarily involves travel within the state of Florida with travel across the United States and around the world as needed. Must be available to work out of town regularly and at times up to 30 consecutive days as necessary understanding, the daily/weekly schedule is driven by business needs and changes based on these needs.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications - must pass a background check and drug test.

Other Duties - note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Physical Demands:

**must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.**

Waterblasting, LLC dba/Hog Technologies is an equal opportunity employer; we do not discriminate against any individual with regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation or other protected status.

Benefits

Health, Dental, Vision, Short Term, Long Term, company paid life, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, 401K, Regular Team Lunches, and a Great Work Environment!