Dump Truck & Pup/Side Dump Driver - Aggregates Transport

NEBCO Realty Group; Beatrice (NE); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plans

PAID Holidays

Insurance Benefits

Wellness Program

PAID Time Off

On the Job Training

Job summary

Beatrice Sand & Gravel, a NEBCO Company, is seeking a Dump Truck driver to move aggregates from rock quarries and gravel pits to plant locations and customer sites. Adhere to the company safety program and policies, and maintain consistent attendance.

The role requires a Class A CDL, ability to perform pre/post-trip inspections, keep logs and fuel records, and cooperate with dispatch to meet loading and unloading needs.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid CDL Class A license and comply with DOT regulations.
• Ability to perform pre/post-trip inspections and routine maintenance.
• Eligible to work flexible hours during peak seasons and random shifts.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily pre- and post-trip safety checks on the vehicle.
• Maintain log sheets and fuel records; ensure compliance with government regulations.
• Cooperate with dispatch regarding loading times and routes.
• Load, haul, and unload aggregates while applying safe operating procedures.

Skills

DOT physical

Flexible schedule

Reading comprehension

Truck operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

6 months commercial truck driving experience

Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

Tools

CDL Class A

Job description

Company Background
Beatrice Sand & Gravel, a NEBCO Company, mines aggregates near Fairbury, Beatrice and Alexandria, Nebraska. Concrete aggregate, road surface/construction material, and landscaping rock are the main products from our locations. For more information, visit www.beatricesandandgravel.com .

NEBCO, Inc.
NEBCO’s story has been one of longevity, diversity and continued growth. NEBCO is a fourth-generation, family-owned and operated business, with more than 1,100 employees spanning 50 locations across Nebraska. Since 1908 NEBCO has grown to become one of Nebraska’s most diversified and successful privately-owned businesses. For more information about NEBCO, visit www.nebcoinc.com .

Job Summary
Drives a Dump truck and pup trailer combination or a side dump truck to transport aggregates from rock quarries and gravel pits to various plant locations, and customer jobsites. Abide by Company Safety Program and Policies, while performing duties safely. Consistent and reliable attendance required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Performs daily pre and post- trip safety check on equipment and the truck to assure a safe vehicle. Documents any maintenance that may be required per company policy. Reports equipment issues to supervisor and the shop. Be responsible for maintaining service intervals for power unit. Maintains log sheet and fuel records (and other paperwork) to maintain compliance with government regulations.

Maintains a clean driving record and operate the company vehicle in a safe and courteous manner. Follows all Company policies regarding safety—traffic laws, cell phone usage, texting, nonsmoking, etc. Reports emergency situations immediately to supervisor.

Responsible for paperwork, i.e. be sure all delivery tickets are turned in to plant personnel accurately and in a timely fashion.

Cooperates with dispatch regarding starting times, variable workload and shift ending times.

Performs minor maintenance to the assigned vehicle—tire pressure, change fluids and filters, and lubricate grease points. May be required to hock and undock the trailer from the truck occasionally.

Safely operates truck and trailer combination or side dump truck, including climbing in and out, manipulating tarp mechanism to cover and uncover box on truck and on trailer before and/or after each load, cleaning rear of truck and trailer with a brush after unloading, which may involve walking on uneven ground and negotiating plant areas and climbing over the trailer tongue. May be required to hook and unhook the trailer from the truck occasionally.

Places truck in position to load at gravel pit or rock quarry. Follows guidelines and instructions by personnel at pit or quarry. Responsible for tarping and covering boxes on truck and trailer in designated area in safe manner.

Drives truck to designated location or site for unloading, positions truck for unloading, follows direction from plant personnel. If location is a jobsite, must distinguish between safe and unsafe unloading conditions.

May occasionally perform loader operations.

Other duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED; and
• 6 months previous commercial truck driving experience; or
• an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Valid Commercial Driver’s License – Class A

Other Skills and Abilities:

• Must meet the Department of Transportation (DOT) physical requirements and carry a physical exam card, which is to be kept current according to DOT guidelines.
• Must be able to work a flexible work schedule during busy season, including late or irregular hours.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, city directories, road maps, load tickets, SDS sheets and memos.
• Ability to physically operate and maintain truck and trailer combination; including climbing in, out, and around truck.

Benefits Include

• Retirement Plans
• PAID Holidays
• Insurance Benefits
• Wellness Program - with the opportunity to earn five additional days off
• PAID Time Off
• On the Job Training

Condition of Employment:
Candidate is required to meet the above qualifications, task frequency and PPE requirements. Approval of pre-employment reference & background checks, and post offer drug/alcohol testing with back screens (if required) are required as conditions of employment. This also applies to all transfers, fit-for-duty and return to work programs.

Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact Human Resources at
Phone: Call us at 402-434-1212
Email: [e-mail]

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

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