Volumetric Truck Driver

Job Description

Job Description

Clarkson Construction Company is a leading firm in the heavy civil construction industry with a proud history of delivering complex infrastructure projects across the Kansas City region. Our portfolio spans site development, grading, paving, and bridge construction, underscoring our commitment to excellence and innovation.

Clarkson Construction Company offers a supportive and dynamic work environment where innovation and hard work are recognized and rewarded. We believe in investing in our employees through professional development and advancement opportunities. Join us and be a part of a team that shapes the infrastructure in and around one of America's most vibrant cities.

Job Summary

The Volumetric Concrete Truck Driver is responsible for safely operating a volumetric concrete mixer truck to deliver and produce high-quality concrete at construction sites throughout the region. Unlike traditional ready-mix delivery, this position requires the driver to accurately proportion and mix concrete on-site based on project specifications while maintaining production quality, scheduling deliveries, and providing exceptional service to field operations.

This role requires a self-motivated individual who can effectively manage daily delivery schedules, maintain equipment, communicate with project teams, and ensure all safety and quality standards are consistently met.

Concrete Production & Delivery

• Safely operate a volumetric concrete mixer truck in accordance with all DOT regulations and Company policies.
• Produce and mix concrete on-site to meet project specifications and customer requirements.
• Monitor concrete quality, consistency, slump, and yield throughout production.
• Adjust mix designs as necessary while maintaining approved specifications.
• Deliver concrete to multiple construction projects while maintaining production efficiency.
• Ensure accurate batching of cement, aggregates, water, and admixtures.

Scheduling & Coordination

• Coordinate daily delivery schedules with project managers, superintendents, dispatch, and field crews.
• Develop efficient delivery routes to maximize productivity and meet project timelines.
• Communicate anticipated arrival times and schedule updates with project personnel.
• Adjust schedules as field conditions, weather, or project demands change.
• Maintain flexibility to accommodate emergency or priority deliveries.

Equipment Maintenance

• Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Maintain cleanliness of the truck, mixer, conveyors, hoppers, bins, and operator controls.
• Wash and clean equipment daily to prevent concrete buildup.
• Monitor fluid levels, tire condition, belts, hydraulics, and mechanical components.
• Report maintenance needs promptly.
• Assist with preventative maintenance activities to maximize equipment uptime.

Documentation

• Complete delivery tickets accurately and completely.
• Obtain required customer signatures.
• Submit all delivery tickets and supporting documentation daily.
• Maintain accurate production records and material usage.
• Document equipment inspections and maintenance activities.
• Maintain required DOT logs and regulatory documentation.

Safety

• Follow all OSHA, MSHA (when applicable), DOT, and Company safety policies.
• Conduct work safely around heavy equipment, excavation operations, and active construction sites.
• Wear required PPE at all times.
• Perform job hazard assessments after beginning work.
• Immediately report safety concerns, incidents, or equipment issues.

Customer Service

• Maintain professional relationships with internal project teams and external customers.
• Respond professionally to project requests and changing field conditions.

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Experience

• Experience operating commercial trucks required.
• Experience operating volumetric concrete trucks preferred.
• Experience in ready-mix concrete, heavy civil construction, or related construction industry preferred.
• Knowledge of concrete production and batching principles is preferred.

Required Licenses & Certifications

• Valid Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements.
• Acceptable driving record.
• Ability to pass pre-employment and random drug and alcohol testing.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of concrete materials and mix designs.
• Ability to safely operate volumetric concrete equipment.
• Strong organizational and scheduling skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple deliveries throughout the day.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Mechanical aptitude for equipment troubleshooting.
• Ability to complete accurate paperwork and delivery documentation.
• Basic math skills for material quantities and production calculations.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Clarkson Construction Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, sex, marital or domestic partnership status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law, ordinance or regulation.