Concrete Mixer Driver B3000

PORT CITY CONCRETE; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Port City Concrete in North Charleston, SC is hiring a Concrete Mixer Driver to safely transport ready-mix to sites across the Charleston area. This role requires a Class B CDL with 2+ years of mixer experience, a strong safety mindset, and teamwork to complete deliveries efficiently.

The position offers a $3,000 sign-on bonus, competitive pay, health insurance, and a 401(k) plan. Port City is a locally owned company with five locations, ensuring assignments align with home address and

Qualifications

• Valid CDL (Class B minimum) and 2+ years of mixer truck driving experience.
• Ability to read delivery tickets and follow instructions.
• Physically capable of demanding work in varied weather and environments.
• Strong focus on safety and teamwork.
• Punctual, dependable, and positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a concrete mixer truck to deliver ready-mix to construction sites.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections per DOT and company safety standards.
• Communicate with dispatch, batch plant staff, and job site personnel for timely deliveries.
• Maintain accurate delivery records and daily driver logs.
• Keep mixer trucks clean and perform basic maintenance as needed.

Skills

CDL driving

Safety-focused

Teamwork

Punctual

Job description

Concrete Mixer Driver with $3000 Sign-On Bonus

Are you ready to drive your career forward? Join Port City Concrete, the heartbeat of South Carolina's construction industry, as a CDL holder to operate our concrete mixer trucks. We're not just any company; we're a locally owned and thriving business committed to fostering an inspiring work environment and delivering top-notch service to our valued customers. When you join our team, you're not just an employee; you're part of the Port City family.

With five convenient locations in N. Charleston, Ladson, Summerville, Hollywood and Harleyville we ensure our drivers are assigned to a location that suits them best, whether it's based on your home address or the company's operational needs.

We're on the lookout for individuals who have the skills and passion for commercial truck driving, particularly those who are eager to take the wheel of our concrete mixer trucks. At Port City, we value your experience and dedication. If you're a concrete truck driver with one or more years of experience, we offer competitive compensation that rewards your expertise.

Job Overview:

We're looking for skilled, safety-focused Concrete Mixer Truck Drivers to join our growing team. In this role, you'll be responsible for safely transporting and delivering ready-mix concrete to job sites across the Charleston and Greater Charleston area. We're looking for individuals with a strong work ethic, a team-oriented mindset, and a commitment to getting the job done right.

Sign-On Bonus:

• $1000 after 90 days of employment
• $1000 after 6 months of employment
• $1000 after 1 year of employment

Key Responsibilities:

• Safely operate a concrete mixer truck to deliver ready-mix concrete to construction sites.
• Perform thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure compliance with DOT and company safety standards.
• Communicate effectively with dispatch, batch plant staff, and job site personnel to ensure timely and accurate deliveries.
• Commitment to professionalism and courtesy, both with customers and fellow team members
• Maintain proper handling and slump of concrete during transit and unloading.
• Keep accurate delivery records and daily driver logs.
• Willingness to keep our concrete mixer trucks in top shape, including cleaning and chipping as needed, and ensuring all fluids and tire pressure are at their prime.
• Follow all traffic laws, safety regulations, and company procedures.
• Must have at least 2 years CDL driving experience

Requirements:

• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL - Class B minimum).
• Prior experience operating either a front load or rear load mixer truck or similar heavy equipment preferred.
• Ability to read and understand delivery tickets and follow verbal instructions.
• Comfortable working in a physically demanding, fast-paced environment and various weather conditions.
• Strong focus on safety and teamwork.
• Must be punctual, dependable, and have a positive attitude.

Why Join Port City Concrete?

• Competitive pay and full benefits package, including health insurance and 401(k).
• Stable, locally owned company with a strong reputation in the Charleston market.
• Supportive team environment with room to grow.
• Management team that steps in to help, no matter the role.
• Join a team where your hard work is recognized and rewarded.

Physical Demands:

Operating a ready-mix concrete mixer truck involves moderately to heavily strenuous physical labor, frequent climbing, and repetitive lifting.

Cab Entry and Exit

• High Step Height: The cab seat is roughly 50 inches (over 4 feet) above the ground.
• Frequent climbing: Drivers climb in and out of the truck cab about 50 times per day.
• Three-point contact: Drivers must use three points of contact (two hands and a foot, or two feet and a hand) at all times while ascending or descending the steps.

Chute Handling and Rigging

• Pulling down chutes: Lowering the main delivery chute requires pulling with roughly 45 to 60 pounds of force.
• Lifting extensions: Extension chutes weigh about 50 to 60 pounds. Drivers must lift them from stowed positions, carry them across rough job sites, and mount them onto the main chute.
• Release mechanisms: Unlocking retention and locking straps takes up to 45 pounds of pressure.

Ladder and Tank Access

• Climbing the rear ladder: Drivers regularly ascend the ladder on the back of the truck to inspect the concrete mix, check the drum, or add admixtures/water.
• Carrying items up: Drivers must frequently carry tools, additives, or equipment weighing 8 to 32 pounds up the rear ladder.