Concrete Mixer Driver- Copperas Cove

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description
READY MIX DRIVER

Position Summary:

Primary responsibility is to drive concrete mixer to job sites and safely deliver the load. This takes place in a variety of settings and conditions including uneven ground, and may require lifting and attaching extension chutes weighing 35-50 pounds. A Ready-mix Truck Driver is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the ready-mix truck used for delivery of products connected to the Company's ready-mix concrete operation.

Duties and Responsibilities:
• Safely drive truck to and from destination applying knowledge of DOT driving regulations and area roads
• Check loads to ensure product is being hauled in an appropriate and safe manner to adjust to desired level
• Estimate slump of concrete
• Verify directions with plant personnel before leaving the plant to ensure delivery to the correct customer and job site
• Strive to meet customer expectations
• Keep equipment in acceptable condition of cleanliness using approved cleaning materials and supplies
• Maintain radio contact with supervisor/dispatch to receive and transmit delivery instructions
• Assist other company employees as needed
• Complete pre and post trip inspections on truck equipment and supplies, such as tires, lights brakes, gas, fuel, oil, and water
• May perform minor roadside repairs, such as installing light bulbs.
• Maintain good working knowledge of the traffic routes of the city
• Must be able to take orders, instructions, and guidance from supervisors and management
• Adhere to all company, DOT and OSHA rules and regulations at all times
• Meet or exceed company safety standards
• Perform other job responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:

• Must possess a valid Texas issued commercial driver's license (CDL A or B)
• Be at least 21 years of age
• MVR - No DUI's or DWI's in the last 5 years, no more than 2 moving violations in the previous 3 years

Must be registered with the FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse 

Physical Requirements and Environmental Demands:

• Requires walking, sitting, lifting, pushing, pulling, and climbing to a significant degree
• Exerting 50 – 100 pounds of force occasionally
• Exerting 25 – 50 pounds of force frequently
• Exerting 10 – 20 pounds of force continually
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear, in order to communicate to employees/customers as well as function safely around heavy rolling equipment
• Must be able to perform all job functions which include, but may not be limited to, pushing, turning, and/or pulling of controls
• Must pass DOT physical to include back x-ray, hearing test and drug/alcohol screen
• Continuous exposure to extreme heat, extreme cold, extreme noise, and working outdoors
• Must wear protective equipment while on the job