Tac Truck Driver

Pocono Lake Division, a division of the H&K Group, Inc., is currently seeking a Tac Truck Driver to efficiently operate an asphalt distributor and maintain an acceptable level of workmanship and productivity to support the asphalt paving base crews by spraying various asphalt-based tack coats before paving operations to help asphalt adhere to the road structure. The ideal candidate is energetic, motivated, and pays attention to details.

Responsibilities

• Performs all work adhering to OSHA and H&K Safety policies
• Operate the Tack Truck and other equipment in a safe and appropriate manner
• Perform daily maintenance and safety checks of equipment
• Load tack truck oil from tank
• Fill asphalt and burner tanks, cleaning and setting spray bars, and cleaning excess asphalt out of tanks
• Understand and follow directions from supervisors as to required work area and emulsion distribution rates
• Before heating the oil, ensure that all valves are in the off position, the oil completely covers the heating pipes, and truck controls are set for proper circulation and ventilation
• Constantly monitor temperature, heat oil within confines of recommended temperature
• Spray oil in designated areas
• Perform daily maintenance checks and report any mechanical or safety issues to supervisors
• Monitor vehicle performance, fluid levels, and mechanical fitness
• Work with the asphalt paving crew when the distributor is not required
• Train new employees in the safe and efficient operation of the Tack Truck
• Operate other heavy equipment and other construction related duties as required
• Must ensure a solid understanding of and comply with the principles of the company’s Code of Ethics
• Must examine situations considering the principles of the Code of Ethics
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• 1 year of experience with tack trucks on highway road construction projects
• CDL A or B
• Clean driving record
• Tanker Truck Endorsement
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to convey safety and operational information with supervisor and crew
• Ability to fit test & utilize appropriate PPE as needed
• Ability to meet physical requirements (movement, lifting, as relevant to job)

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 years of experience with tack trucks on highway road construction projects
• Additional heavy & highway experience with tanker trucks, milling machines, and other asphalt or paving equipment and processes
• OSHA or other relevant safety certifications

Physical Demands

• Frequently required to walk
• Occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel
• Frequently talk and hear
• Specific vision abilities include close, distance, peripheral, and depth perception
• Frequently required to lift up to 75 pounds

Work Environment

• Occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts
• Occasionally exposed to high, precarious places
• Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles
• Occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions
• Occasionally exposed to vibration
• Noise level is usually moderate

Benefits

• 100% Company-paid Health Benefits
• 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan
• Tuition reimbursement programs available to qualifying employees for approved programs
• Additional training programs including on the job, online through H&K Academy, manufacturer offered training, and more