Ready Mix Driver

About the role

The Ready-Mix Driver transports freshly mixed concrete from the batch plant to job sites safely, makes normal operating adjustments to equipment and material, and provides excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
• Deliver ready-mix concrete to various job sites
• Operate a multi-axle mixer truck safely, obeying all traffic laws
• Clean and wash vehicle, including removal of concrete buildup on all exterior parts of the mixer
• Work according to customer demands
• Operate a radio to communicate with company personnel
• Adhere to all safety regulations, including company policies, state, and federal regulations
• Report all incidents and injuries to management immediately
• Attend safety meetings as scheduled by management

Requirements

• Current Commercial Class A or B driver’s license with air brakes and tank endorsement
• Safe driving record (DMV H-6 printout required):
  • No serious moving violations within the past 36 months
  • No more than two moving violations within the past 24 months
• Current Department of Transportation (DOT) Medical Certificate
• Ability to read a map and understand verbal and GPS driving route instructions
• Familiarity with slumps
• Good attendance and punctuality
• Ability to work in extremes of hot and cold weather
• Physical ability to:
  • Climb, stoop, bend, and squat
  • Frequently lift extension chutes (up to 60 lbs.)
  • Stretch, drive/sit, and shift gears
• Adhere to all safety regulations, including company policies, state, and federal regulations
• Ability to work a flexible schedule with flexible hours, including overtime, weekends, and nights

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in ready-mix or heavy construction industries
• 2+ years of commercial driving experience

Conditions of Employment

• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check
• Some positions require FMCSA-regulated ongoing drug and alcohol testing

Benefits

CalPortland offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package for regular full-time employees, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Employee assistance program
• Retirement program
• Variety of voluntary benefits

Pay

$28.00 - $36.00 hourly, depending on experience