CDL Driver Ready Mix Truck

Vulcan Materials Company; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Referral Bonus

Job summary

Vulcan Materials Company in Norfolk, VA is seeking a professional driver to safely transport ready mix concrete from batch plants to jobsites, unload per customer specifications, and maintain proper slump. You will inspect, service, and clean the concrete mixer truck and communicate with dispatch during every shift.

The role requires a CDL with tanker endorsement, a high school diploma or GED, and a commitment to safety.

Qualifications

• CDL with tanker endorsement required or easily obtainable.
• Ability to read delivery tickets and instructions.
• Excellent driving and customer relation skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Ready Mix Concrete Products to jobsites.
• Communicate with Dispatcher/Plant Manager via radio/phone.
• Position truck for loading and receive tickets with instructions.
• Fill water tank, verify slump, adjust as needed.
• Drive to destination, unload per ticket, inspect jobsite.
• Rinse chutes and truck exterior; maintain cleanliness.
• Perform pre/post-trip inspections and document conditions.
• Maintain vehicle fluids and assist with minor repairs.

Skills

CDL

Tank Endorsement

Customer Service

Safety Awareness

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

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.

Job Description

$1500.00 Sign-On Bonus

$1500.00 Referral Bonus

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.

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 $22.79 - $29.12. 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.