Upstone Materials | Ready Mix Driver Massena, NY

Ready Mix Driver

Upstone Materials, Inc is a leading manufacturer of aggregates, hot mix asphalt, and ready-mix concrete in northeastern New York. With our people-first culture, we uphold the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct. As part of the Colas Group, the global leader in transportation infrastructure, we are committed to excellence.

Upstone, and the rest of the Colas USA Family of Companies, is part of the Colas Group, the worldwide leader in transportation infrastructure construction and maintenance.

Compensation

$29.61 Per Hour

Job Summary

The Ready Mix Driver operates a truck with auxiliary concrete mixer to deliver concrete mix to job sites while operating under FMCSA and DOT regulations.

Safety

Maintains a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures using the appropriate tools and equipment. Follows all company policies, OSHA, and MSHA regulations for safe working procedures and environment. Wears appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for all tasks assigned. Operates truck in a safe and efficient manner, complying with all applicable policies, regulations, and traffic laws. Willingness to participate in Safety Conversations and Toolbox Talks.

Quality

Follows NYS DOT and ASTM standards for delivery. Identifies proper slump by eye and by reading slump gauge. Identifies mixtures, additives, etc. in concrete. Ensures mix is to the customer's specification. Understands mix design and job site specifications. Resets and ensures revolution counter is operating. Records job test results on return ticket. Ensures all tickets are signed by customer.

Functional Technical Skills

Fills aggregate and sand bins on the concrete plant by operating the loader. Shovels and cleans around plant. Performs a pre-trip inspection and prepares the required report. Drives truck under loading hopper to receive sand, cement, stone, additives, and water and starts mixer. Drives truck to location for unloading. Moves levers on truck to release concrete down truck chute into wheelbarrow or other conveying container or directly into area to be poured. Cleans truck after delivery to prevent concrete from hardening in mixer and on truck. Sprays surfaces of truck with protective compound to prevent adhering of concrete. Assemble and disassembles concrete chutes. Monitors vehicle's gauges and alerts appropriate parties immediately of any mechanical issues. Maintains truck fluids as part of pre-inspection.

Teamwork/Communication

Have the willingness to work in a team environment; assist co-workers and supervisors with assigned duties. Assist new hires in training in Ready Mix operations as directed by Superintendent. Communicate openly, honestly, and professionally with customers, co-workers, supervisors, and all others. Be willing to work alongside fellow employees to complete assigned tasks sometimes under adverse working conditions to meet goals set forth by management.

Education/Minimum Experience

Minimum high school diploma or GED. Valid CDL B driver's license (without restriction). Previous field experience in concrete manufacturing preferred.

Working Conditions

Variable hours and shifts. Work in varying weather conditions. Ability to lift 50+ pounds. Work as part of the crew. Ability to drive a commercial vehicle for up to 14 hours a day. Ability to climb in and out of their truck several times a day. Ability to climb a ladder.

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