Job description
Job Summary:
Deliver ready-mixed concrete and other associated products to construction job sites within a reasonable proximity due to the perishability of ready-mixed concrete. The daily work schedule may consist of five, up to 10+ hour days, with overtime on both a voluntary or mandatory basis for work week as well as on Saturdays, depending upon business level requirements.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform pre-trip inspection of ready-mix truck pursuant to D.O.T. regulations. Pre-trip inspection includes checking fluid levels of engine oil, antifreeze, tire pressure, brakes and other driver operated controls for loading and unloading ready-mix, washout systems.
- Fill water tank before each delivery by placing rubber hose into water tank and filling after checking that all valves are shut.
- Upon receiving delivery ticket, drive, or back truck under plant (depending on plant configuration) and charge mixer to receive concrete; also make sure to take any admixtures or other ancillary products that are on ticket.
- Use map book and experience and take most direct route to job site to ensure on time delivery.
- Safely drive truck to jobsite and arrive with the desired slump within customer or job specifications.
- Upon arriving on jobsite, safely maneuver truck in, often very unstable ground conditions. Make safe observations of customer’s equipment and conditions.
- Add necessary ingredients such as fibers, chemical, foam admixtures, cements, or integral colors at plant or jobsite, as well as other products.
- Pursuant to customer needs, place chutes from fender or hanging rack onto the main chute at the rear of truck for discharge. Upon completion of discharge, wash the chutes in washout system or other appropriate location as directed by contractor and put back in appropriate location on truck.
- Prior to leaving jobsite, complete all paperwork and collection of moneys if necessary.
- At the end of each shift, wash truck with hose and brush, including the use of cleaning solution when necessary.
- Communicate with dispatch by a two-way radio and the use of a truck status signaling system.
- At the end of the shift, all paperwork must be completed and turned in. All cash COD must be put in COD envelope and put in locked box.
- Ready-Mix Driver is responsible to call schedule each day for start time.
- Perform post-trip inspection of truck pursuant to DOT regulations.
- Maintain effective working relationships with company employees, suppliers, and customers. Promote and maintain the professional image and reputation of the company and ensure timely problem resolution and customer satisfaction.
- Other duties as assigned by the plant manager.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
- High school diploma (minimum); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Ability to pass Federal Department of Transportation drug screen and physical.
- Maintain driving record in accordance with Federal and State Motor Carrier regulations, and meet company policy requirements, including medical card.
- Must be able to take orders, instruction and guidance from management and supervisors.
- Ability to handle cash and make change.
- Ability to deal with customers and other employees in a diplomatic manner, in a variety of stressful situations.
- Must safely operate truck and perform tasks that are congruent with company policy, and within state and federal laws.
- Maintain Department of Transportation Health card.
Benefits
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Medical Insurance
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Dental Insurance
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Life Insurance
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Retirement Plans
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Paid Time Off
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Wellness Program
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Education Assistance
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Employee Assistance Program
Closing
If you are interested in becoming part of our team, please apply online today.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.
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