CDL Driver Ready Mix Truck

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

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus $1500

Employee Referral Bonus $1500

Job summary

Vulcan Materials Company seeks a dependable Ready Mix Driver to safely transport concrete products from batch plants to customer sites and unload per specs. You will monitor slump, inspect and maintain the mixer truck, and coordinate with dispatchers for accurate deliveries.

Responsibilities include pre/post-trip inspections, vehicle upkeep, and assisting in yard and plant tasks as needed. OT and varied weather exposure are common.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED with valid CDL tanker endorsement.
• CDL preferred, two years’ experience driving ready-mix trucks preferred.
• Strong communication and customer service skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver ready-mix concrete to customer jobsites and unload per specs.
• Maintain proper water content/slump and inspect/clean mixer truck.
• Communicate with dispatcher and plant manager to receive instructions.
• Perform pre-trip/post-trip inspections and maintain vehicle safety.
• Assist in yard maintenance and safety compliance as required.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Work ethic

Education

High School Diploma/GED

CDL with tanker endorsement

Tools

CDL

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 Employee Referral Bonus

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 $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.