Driver - Mixer Truck - Gretna, NE

Ready Mixed Concrete Co., A CRH Company, has been the premiere concrete supplier in the Omaha-Council Bluffs metro area since 1929. With state-of-the-art production and delivery, Ready Mixed supplies all types of projects from highly technical commercial construction and high-volume paving to residential projects.

About the role

The Ready-Mix Driver will be responsible for transporting freshly mixed concrete from the plant to the job site in a safe manner, making normal operating adjustments to the equipment and material being hauled.

Responsibilities

• Comply with all Department of Transportation requirements including licensing, vehicle inspection, and hours of service.
• Operate truck in a safe and professional manner 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, completing the Driver Check-off Sheet to ensure all systems are functioning properly.
• Maneuver the truck to deliver concrete to the point of delivery, including backing under batching plant or hopper to receive concrete.
• Climb the ladder (approximately 10-12 feet) on the mixer truck to view the load of concrete for consistency and 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, directions, and complete necessary paperwork.
• Assemble concrete chute(s) weighing 30-50 pounds each.
• Operate hand and foot controls and follow hand signals while operating the truck.
• Maintain truck in clean working order, including basic maintenance, cleaning after loads, and preventing concrete build-up in the mixer.
• Meet all eligibility requirements for driving a commercial motor vehicle in interstate commerce as defined by Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations and the Department of Transportation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in ready-mixed trucks or other related industry experience preferred.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
• Must possess and maintain a Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Must 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 as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Willingness to work independently within a team environment and assist with other duties as required.
• Regular and consistent attendance; must be willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays when necessary.

Skills

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to cope well in stressful environments and communicate professionally.
• Demonstrated hands-on, collaborative approach; ability to 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.
• Able to utilize a tablet for load status, timekeeping, training, and other tasks.
• Demonstrated ability to take guidance and direction from a supervisor.

Physical Requirements

• Able to communicate with others by email, telephone, and in person.
• Regularly able to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
• Able to frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Able to frequently stand, walk, sit, use hands to handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and talk or hear.
• Ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers to grasp or manipulate switches and controls.
• Ability to climb stairs, ladders, inclined walkways, and access elevated platforms.

Work Environment

• Occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions.
• Frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, typical seasonal cold and heat temperatures.
• Exposed to vibration.
• Noise level in the work environment 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.

CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.