Driver - Mixer Truck - Grand Island, NE

Position Overview

The Ready‑Mix Driver will be responsible for all duties of the position, including transporting freshly mixed concrete from the plant to the job site in a safe manner. This individual will be responsible for making normal operating adjustments to the equipment and material being hauled.

Key Responsibilities

• Comply with all Department of Transportation requirements, including licensing, vehicle inspection, and hours of service.
• Operate the truck safely and professionally on public highways, roads, in the yard area, and at various job sites to deliver materials.
• Inspect the truck at the start of each workday and complete the Driver Check‑off Sheet to confirm all systems are functioning properly.
• Maneuver the truck to deliver concrete to the point of delivery.
• Back the truck under the batching plant or hopper to receive concrete.
• Climb the 10‑12 ft ladder on the mixer truck to view load consistency, amount, and inspect the drum for cleanliness.
• Adjust the trailer axle pressure depending on the weight of the load.
• Follow written and verbal instructions, including city street maps and directions, and complete necessary paperwork.
• Assemble concrete chute(s) weighing 30‑50 lb each.
• Operate hand and foot controls and follow hand signals while operating the truck.
• Keep the truck in clean working order, including basic maintenance, spraying, and cleaning after loads to prevent concrete buildup.
• Meet all eligibility requirements for driving a commercial motor vehicle in interstate commerce as defined by FMCSR and DOT.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education / Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Experience in ready‑mix trucks or related industry preferred.

Work Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Pass pre‑employment drug screen and criminal background check.
• Possess and maintain a Class A or Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
• Possess and maintain a valid Medical Card as per DOT requirements.
• Report to the plant dressed appropriately and ready to begin work at the designated start time.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Willingness to work independently within a team environment and assist the team with other duties as required.
• Regular and consistent attendance; willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays when necessary.

Knowledge / Skill Requirements

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to cope well in stressful environments and communicate professionally.
• Hands‑on, collaborative approach; work well in a team and independently.
• Ability to read plant site maps, city street maps, and other GPS‑based equipment information.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and basic math skills.
• Ability to read and interpret mixer‑truck gauges.
• Proficiency with a tablet for load status, time‑keeping, training, and other items.
• Ability to take guidance and direction from a supervisor.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to communicate with others by email, telephone, and in person.
• Regularly able to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 25 lb; regularly lift and/or move up to 50 lb.
• Frequent standing, walking, sitting, reaching with hands and arms, climbing or balancing, and hearing/talking.
• Precise coordinated finger movements to grasp or manipulate switches and controls.
• Ability to climb stairs, ladders, inclined walkways, and access elevated platforms.

Work Environment

• Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions.
• Frequent exposure to fumes or airborne particles and typical seasonal cold and heat temperatures.
• Exposure to vibration.
• Noise level is usually moderate.

Benefits

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage as a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies, and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. Operating in a decentralized, diversified structure, CRH offers a small‑company environment with the career opportunities of a large international organization.