Tack Truck Operator

About the role

This position involves operating a specialized commercial vehicle to apply liquid asphalt or emulsion onto road surfaces. The role requires driving and maneuvering the tack truck safely, while adhering to all relevant regulations.

Responsibilities

• Safely drive and maneuver the tack truck.
• Operate controls to regulate the spray bar's width, height, and the application rate of the emulsion.
• Conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip safety inspections (DVIR).
• Adhere to all FMCSA, USDOT, and OSHA regulations regarding material handling and vehicle operation.
• Clean excess asphalt from the truck, clean and adjust spray bars, and perform routine maintenance like checking fluid levels and tire pressure.
• Work directly with the paving foreman and paver operator to ensure continuous material supply.
• Absorb and assist the ground crew with cleanup, shoveling, or traffic control when not actively spraying tack.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be able to complete a pre-employment drug screen with a “Negative” result.
• Must be able to complete a post-offer physical with a “Capable” result.
• Eligible to work in the United States.
• Willing to work outdoors in extreme temperatures, both hot and cold.

Qualifications

• Experience preferred.

Skills

• Safe driving and maneuvering skills.
• Material handling expertise.
• Compliance with regulatory standards.
• Teamwork and collaboration abilities.

Benefits

• Ranked among the top commercial and industrial construction companies in the country by Engineering News-Record.
• Family-owned and provides a wide range of construction and building services.
• Financially sound with a significant bonding capacity as well as vast personnel and equipment resources.
• Portfolio includes commercial and industrial projects from various sectors including arts and culture, civil, commercial, education, entertainment and gaming, federal, healthcare, hospitality, manufacturing, municipal, retail, and technology.
• Primary goal is to help each of our clients achieve their vision by carefully managing the details and complexities of each project and communicating constantly with all team members.

Pay

Negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Variable schedule to accommodate construction site needs.

Benefits

• Equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.
• In addition to federal and state law requirements.

Contact

For more information about Yates Construction, visit www.yatesconstruction.com.