CDL Driver Ready Mix Truck

Vulcan Materials Company; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Vulcan Materials Company is seeking a driver to safely and efficiently transport ready mix concrete from batch plants to customer jobsites, unload per specifications, and maintain proper slump. You will inspect and service the mixer truck, communicate with dispatch, and work to ensure on-time deliveries while prioritizing safety and customer satisfaction.

The role requires CDL with tanker endorsement, at least a high school diploma or equivalent, and the ability to read and understand English.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two (2) years experience driving ready mix concrete trucks preferred.
• Valid CDL with tanker endorsement.
• Must be able to speak, read, and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Ready Mix Concrete to customer jobsites.
• Communicate with Dispatcher/Plant Manager for instructions.
• Position truck for loading and verify delivery tickets.
• Ensure proper slump by filling water tank and adjusting as needed.
• Drive safely to destination and inspect jobsite on arrival.
• Assist in unloading, rinsing chutes, and maintaining truck cleanliness.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections; report conditions.

Skills

Communication

Team Player

Safety Awareness

Problem Solving

Work Ethic

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Provide exemplary customer service by safely and efficiently transporting ready mix concrete products from batch plants to customer jobsites and unloading per customer specifications. Maintain proper slump (water content) of ready mix concrete. Inspect, service, and clean concrete mixer truck.

Job Summary

Provide exemplary customer service by safely and efficiently transporting ready mix concrete products from batch plants to customer jobsites and unloading per customer specifications. Maintain proper slump (water content) of ready mix concrete. Inspect, service, and clean concrete mixer truck.

Essential Functions

• Delivery of Ready Mix Concrete Products

• Communicate with Dispatcher/Plant Manager to receive instructions via 2-way radio in truck and direct-line telephone in yard
• Position truck under batch plant to be loaded by Batch Plant Operator/Plant Manager
• Receive written or printed delivery ticket and follow instructions as directed
• Fill truck's water tank and verify accurate slump of load, make adjustments as necessary
• Safely drive loaded truck to destination on delivery ticket and inspect jobsite upon arrival
• Work with customers to obtain adequate vehicle access and unload material
• Rinse chutes and rear of truck to ensure absence of excess concrete

• Vehicle Maintenance

• Perform pre-trip/post-trip vehicle safety inspection; document and report vehicle condition at beginning and end of each shift
• Check all vehicle fluid levels daily and add fluids if necessary
• Clean outside of vehicle to ensure absence of concrete build-up throughout each shift
• May assist mechanics in vehicle repair and change tires as necessary

Critical Competencies

• Communication: Ability to clearly and effectively convey information, ideas, and messages to others in both written and verbal formats; can express one's thoughts clearly but also demonstrate active listening, understands the needs of the audience, and adapts the message to ensure it is understood.
• Team Player: Actively contributes to the success of a team by working collaboratively with others, sharing responsibilities, and supporting team goals. Possess the ability to effectively communicate, listen, work harmoniously with others to achieve common objectives. Willing to help others with the ability to create a cohesive and productive work environment.
• Safety Awareness- Ability to recognize, understand, and adhere to safety protocols and procedures in the workplace; proactive in identifying potential hazards, taking steps to mitigate risks, and ensuring that both personal and collective safety are maintained in all tasks and environments.
• Problem Solving- identify, analyze, and resolve work-related issues efficiently and effectively using practical knowledge, experience, and hands-on skills. This involves identifying the problem, diagnosing the cause, finding practical solutions, implementing fixes, and adapting to unexpected challenges.
• Work Ethic- Demonstrates commitment and dedication toward completing tasks with high standards of quality, responsibility, and diligence; demonstrates reliability, professionalism, and a strong sense of personal responsibility in fulfilling job duties.

Responsibilities

Education

• High School Diploma/GED or an equivalent combination of training and work experience.

Experience

• Two (2) years experience driving ready mix concrete trucks preferred
• Valid commercial driver's license (CDL) with a tanker endorsement

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Must have sufficient level of education to understand oral and written instructions of a technical nature relating to products and vehicles.
• Must have excellent driving skills and the ability to maintain satisfactory customer and public relations in performance of duties.

Other Requirements

• Complete customer changes to product while on-site, relay information to plant manager and/or dispatch as appropriate
• Maintain daily reports as required by DOT and Company regulations
• May be required to operate front end loader to feed ready mix plant and move material as needed
• Assist in maintenance and upkeep of yard, plant and office
• Comply with all Safety, Health, Environmental and other Company policies, procedures and requirements
• Must be able to stand, walk, or sit for extended periods of time; grip, climb, reach, shovel, squat, crawl, or pull, push, as well as, bend and lift up to 45 pounds.
• Will work outdoors and exposed to varying and/or extreme weather conditions (i.e., heat, wet, cold, etc)
• Employee must be able to work required overtime and flexible work schedule.
• Must be able to speak, read, and have a working knowledge of the English language

Hourly Range: the hourly range for this role is between $24.50 - $33.62. This range is not inclusive of our discretionary bonus or equity package. When determining a candidate's compensation, we consider a number of factors, including skillset, experience, job scope, and current market data.

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Vulcan Materials Company is an equal opportunity employer.