TRANSIT MIXER DRIVER (BOOSTER)

General Summary

As a Mixer Driver (Booster), you drive and operate a concrete mixer truck in delivering concrete as directed, checking concrete for quality before leaving the plant, and during the placement at the project site, and always maintaining courteous public and customer relations. Works under the direction of dispatchers, batch plant operators, and Concrete Division supervisors. Must have a CDL B License in good standing and a valid DOT medical certificate.

Duties And/or Responsibilities

• Receives a batched load of concrete materials from a batch plant or transfer unit, checks load for conformance with sales invoice on aggregate type and size, proper slump and load size and make delivery as directed.
• Checks size of load and determine correct hydraulic pressure setting on Booster Axle for proper load distribution and safety.
• Takes proper precaution in the operation of vehicle to compensate for the high center of gravity and use good judgment in determining speed and angle when encountering "X" terrain.
• Drives and operates a truck in a safe and responsible manner, observing all traffic codes and conform to established Federal and State regulations.
• Collects cash on C.O.D. sales while following established procedures.
• Performs pre and post operational checks to include checking oil, water and fuel levels, check all light systems, braking system and tires to ensure safe equipment operation.
• Reports any unsafe condition or any mechanical defect of his truck on a daily basis using the D.O.T. daily vehicle condition report.
• Responsible for the cleanliness and proper appearance of the truck and drum.
• Cleans out concrete buildup in drum when required.
• Affords assistance to mechanics or other tradesperson on emergency repairs.
• Must be able to lift a 40lb chute minimum 8 times a day.
• Must be able to climb up and down the rear pedestal ladder 6 times per day.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Concrete properties
• Knowledge of ready-mix properties and applications
• Excellent customer service
• Strong defensive driving skills
• Basic knowledge of truck tracking/dispatching software