Ready Mix Concrete Driver

Job purpose

The position of Ready Mix Truck Driver is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a ready mix truck used for the delivery of ready-mix concrete and other associated products to construction sites while maintaining a safety first attitude. This position requires management resources in adherence with all company standards, policies and procedures, as well as compliance with all federal and state regulations, including OSHA, MSHA, TCEQ etc.

Duties and responsibilities

Delivery of Ready-Mix Concrete:
Fills water tank, checks slump of lead and cleans excess material from truck.
Safely drives leaded truck to destination on delivery ticket.
Upon arrival, inspects job sites, works with customers to obtain adequate vehicle access and unloads material.
Frequently lifts, carries and attaches to the fold over chute, extension chutes weighing in excess of forty pounds.
Communicates truck status with Dispatch by use of two way radio and encoders.
Rinses chutes and rear of truck free of spilled concrete (re-hangs extension chutes as necessary).
Returns to same yard or other yard as instructed by dispatch and receives new instructions.

Vehicle Maintenance:
Performs pre-trip vehicle safety inspections and reports vehicle condition at the beginning and the end of each shift.
Checks all vehicle fluid levels daily and adds fluids as necessary.
Fuels vehicle as necessary.
Maintains vehicle cleanliness throughout the day.
Occasionally uses chipping hammer to remove excess concrete build up.
Performs minor repairs and assists mechanics in vehicle repairs.
Changes flat tires with spares and assists tire mechanic as needed.

Safety:
Comply with safety rules and wear personal protective equipment.
Report all unsafe conditions promptly.
Offer suggestions for accident prevention.
Serve on Safety Committees as requested.

Other:
Takes customer order changes in the field and reports same to dispatch.
Maintains Driver s Daily Logs.
Performs other duties as instructed by supervisor.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience:

High School Diploma or G.E.D. (Educational requirement can be waived in lieu of work experience.). Valid Class A or B Commercial Driver s License. Ability to provide high standards of customer service. Ability to clean all areas on the vehicle, climb ladder to inspect loads, and hang extension chutes. Satisfactory work attendance record.
Computer Skills: Experience with Microsoft Office products and some ability to adapt to other computer software.

Working Conditions

Consists of truck cabin, office setting and on-site at plants. Office environment will include suitable work areas and standard office equipment. On site work consists of activities which include navigating heights, machinery and exposure to elements such as dust, changes in temperature and weather. Required safety equipment will be issued and policies and procedures focused on safety will apply.

Physical/Mental Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear and sit for long periods of time. This position requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling and climbing at times. The employee must consistently lift and carry items up to 40 pounds and occasionally lift or move items up to 60 pounds. Must be able to frequently climb stairs and ladders. May occasionally deal with heights. Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with staff, employees and managers. Manual Dexterity. Effective conflict resolution abilities. Ability to present facts and recommendations effectively in oral and written form. Ability to read, write and do mathematics.

Other Requirements

Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required.
Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.

Benefits Offered: Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, 401K with 4% company match, Medical, Dental, Vision, Company Paid Basic Life Insurance, Short and Long Term Disability and Employee Assistance Program