Haul Truck Driver

CRH; New Britain (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical & dental benefits

Retirement savings program

Wellness programs

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Tilcon Connecticut, a CRH company, is seeking an experienced Haul Truck Driver for our New Britain Quarry. This role operates haul trucks and supports quarry operations in a safe, efficient manner.

You will work outdoors, adhere to MSHA/OSHA safety policies, and coordinate with forepersons to meet daily production goals in varying weather conditions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 2 years of construction experience.
• Experience operating dump trucks, haul trucks, and quarry equipment.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operate haul trucks.
• Report equipment issues to management in a timely manner.
• Perform minor servicing and maintenance on quarry/plant equipment.
• Maintain communication with coworkers using signals.
• Complete daily pre- and post-operation inspections and documentation.
• Follow foreperson/supervisor daily assignments and goals.
• Work overtime and flexible hours as required by business needs.
• Work outdoors in varying and extreme weather conditions.
• Wear required PPE and comply with safety regulations.

Skills

Dump trucks

Haul trucks

Aggregate hauling equipment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job ID: 527186

Tilcon Connecticut Inc., a CRH company, has played a vital role in building infrastructure around our state, serving the market from 23 locations throughout Connecticut. As a leading supplier of quality crushed stone, hot mix asphalt, and ready mix concrete, Tilcon Connecticut has supported the construction of superior roads, buildings and bridges. The most respected name in the construction industry, from the quarry to the road, Tilcon Connecticut does it all!

We work in a team environment alongside coworkers and supervisors. At Tilcon Connecticut, our core values are safety, quality, and integrity, and all employees are expected to actively support and promote our safety culture.

This position reports directly to the Quarry Superintendent and requires compliance with all safety policies, including MSHA regulations, and active participation in quarry operations.

Position Overview

Tilcon Connecticut has an opening for an experienced Haul Truck Driver at our New Britain Quarry. This position is responsible for operating haul trucks and supporting quarry operations in a safe and efficient manner.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties And Functions)

• Safely and efficiently operate haul trucks
• Report equipment issues to management in a timely manner.
• Perform minor servicing and maintenance on quarry and plant equipment.
• Use ladders, platforms, and elevated work areas as needed.
• Maintain constant communication with coworkers when working in close proximity, including:
  • Eye contact when backing
  • Use of hand signals and other communication methods
• Perform daily pre- and post-operation inspections and complete required documentation.
• Follow direction of foreperson/supervisor regarding daily assignments and production goals.
• Maintain a professional and courteous attitude with coworkers, supervisors, and the public.
• Work overtime and flexible hours as required by business needs.
• Work outdoors in varying and extreme weather conditions.
• Strictly follow all company policies and OSHA/MSHA safety regulations.
• Wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times.
• Assist team members and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform all essential duties satisfactorily.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 2 years of construction experience required.
• Experience operating:
  • Dump trucks
  • Haul trucks
  • Aggregate hauling equipment (quarry environment preferred)

Work Requirements

• Valid CDL Class A driver’s license required.
• Must pass:
  • Pre-employment drug screening
  • Criminal background check
  • "Fit for Work" physical
• Strong commitment to safety and adherence to company policies.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to work varying schedules based on operational needs.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described are representative of those required to successfully perform essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made.

General Requirements

• Regularly required to talk and hear.
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to operate equipment for extended durations.

Mobility & Activity

• Continuous: Sitting, driving
• Frequent: Reaching, fine motor skills, repetitive motion
• Occasional: Bending, kneeling, squatting, climbing, standing, walking

Lifting Requirements

• Frequently: 0-50 lbs
• Occasionally: 50-100 lbs

Vision Requirements

• Close, distance, peripheral, and depth perception
• Ability to adjust focus

Work Environment

• Work is performed primarily in a quarry environment.
• Frequent exposure to:
  • Moving mechanical equipment
  • Noise and vibration
  • Outdoor conditions (heat and cold)
• Occasional exposure to:
  • Wet or humid conditions
  • High heat

Environmental Conditions

• Continuous: Exposure to noise, moving equipment
• Frequent: Hot weather, cold weather, working with others
• Occasional: Wet weather, high heat

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

Tilcon Connecticut Inc., a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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