Ready-Mix Driver

Key Responsibilities

• Operate equipment safely and efficiently by utilizing equipment within its designed parameters.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspection of vehicle to ensure safe operational order and report maintenance or repair issues.
• Be able to ingress and egress truck by navigating 2 steps with grab bars present.
• Be able to manipulate truck steering wheel (power steering), shifter and other various levers and knobs necessary for operation of truck and associated equipment.
• Operate ready-mix concrete truck to deliver to construction sites, as specified, in a safe and efficient manner, obeying applicable laws and following dispatch instructions.
• May add materials (fiber, color or other additives) to concrete mix.
• Ensure quality of product delivered, slump, etc.
• Maintain communication with Dispatcher as necessary regarding deliveries. Check delivery tickets for special instructions and complete as required.
• Ensure proper materials are loaded in a safe manner, and obtain proper signatures as required.
• Rinse out drum and chutes, and dump slurry as required by established procedures.
• Collect money from customers and record transactions on customer receipt.
• Inform customers of new products or services. Listen to and communicate or resolve service complaints.
• Respond to customer questions related to basic product knowledge and basic concrete construction techniques. Tactfully inform customer of concrete working methods and improper forms as appropriate.
• Monitor various gauges during operation of vehicle, investigate abnormalities and perform operator maintenance and minor field repairs.
• Record sales and delivery information.
• Maintain operator logs, forms and records in accordance with company policy and Department of Transportation regulations.
• Routinely assist other members of the work force in different areas of production.
• Take action to avoid potential hazards or obstructions.
• Other tasks and duties as assigned to meet business needs.
• Regular and timely attendance.
• Participate in and promote an inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A or B CDL unrestricted and current DOT medical card.
• Demonstrates excellent customer service skills.
• Safety minded professional who demonstrates good performance, attendance, and punctuality.
• Demonstrates the willingness to work overtime and weekends/holidays as needed.
• Demonstrates ability to work and communicate well with Supervisors, Truck Drivers, Heavy Equipment Operators, and other employees.
• Demonstrates the ability to conform to and maintain OSHA, MSHA, DOT and all other company or state rules and regulations.
• Must be a current member or join Laborers Union Local 1686 within 30 days of hire.
• Must pass pre-employment physical exam and pre-employment-controlled substance testing.
• Must have current US Authorization to work or ability to obtain without company assistance prior to start date.