Job Description

Ready Mix Truck Driver

Ready Mix Truck Driver is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the ready-mix truck used for delivery of concrete to customers. This takes place in a variety of settings and conditions including uneven ground and extreme weather. The Driver is responsible for conducting pre and post trip inspections to maintain the truck and each Driver is expected to keep their truck clean.

Key responsibilities include:

• Safe and efficient delivery of concrete to customers at job sites
• Maneuver truck into loading position for filling at the plant(s) and unloading positions at job sites
• Operate mixer to produce concrete from sand, gravel, cement and water; adjust mixture (slump) as requested by customers, QC Manager/Techs, or Sales Team before leaving the plant and at job sites
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections, report any issues or concerns to Fleet manager and/or mechanics
• Fill out delivery paperwork, collect payment from customers when required and keep records of daily activities; ensure customers sign appropriate paperwork at the time of delivery
• Driver is responsible for the clean and professional appearance of truck
• Must fuel up truck after last delivery for the day to ensure seamless operations the following day

Qualifications:

• All Ready-mix Truck Drivers must have at time of hire and maintain throughout employment an up-to-date DOT Physical
• 3+ years with either a Class A or Class B CDL; previous experience with a ready mix cement truck or other similar power take-off vehicles is preferred
• Drivers must be registered with the FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse
• Drivers must have a clean FMCSA Pre-employment Screening with no DUI's or DWI's in the last 5 years and no more than 2 moving violations in the previous 2 years
• TWIC card is a plus

Physical requirements include:

• Drivers must be physically and mentally able to drive safely; fatigue, medications, and physical injuries may inhibit a driver's ability to safety operate Commercial Vehicle
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen
• Must wear all appropriate PPE (hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, ear protection, masks, seat belt and steel toe boots) when performing safety sensitive duties or in certain areas of plant or job site. Seat belts must always be worn while vehicle is in motion
• Requires working in extreme weather; temperatures sometimes above 90 degrees, sometimes cold, wet or damp conditions
• Requires walking on terrain that may be uneven, muddy and slippery
• Exposure to sounds and noise levels that may be distracting or uncomfortable
• Exposure to diesel exhaust, dust, and water mist or vapor
• Variable lighting conditions, dependent upon available natural light
• Must be able to lift and carry chutes weighing 30 50 pounds from hanger on side of truck to mixer discharge chute
• Climb truck ladder up to 9 feet to clean hopper. Balance on railing-enclosed platform, sometimes on one foot, while leaning over hopper to spray water to wash down
• Extended periods of sitting while driving to/from job sites with constant vibration and motion, typically less than 30 minutes but could be an hour or more
• Driver must be able to perform all job functions which include but are not limited to, pushing, turning, and/or pulling of controls

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