Haul Truck Driver

Vulcan Materials Company; San Bernardino (CA); On-site; USD 88,166,000 - 104,698,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Paid vacation

Job summary

Vulcan Materials Company in San Bernardino, CA, is seeking a haul truck driver to operate large trucks, loading and transporting gravel and other materials. The role emphasizes safety, routine inspections, and coordination with site personnel to keep operations efficient.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED, valid driver’s license, and the ability to work nights, weekends, and overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Entry to intermediate experience operating heavy off-road mobile equipment.
• Valid driver\'s license and clean driving record required.
• Ability to pass pre-employment and random drug/alcohol screenings.
• Flexible shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Commitment to safety protocols and proper equipment maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Operate large haul trucks to transport materials such as gravel or waste.
• Report unsafe conditions and perform pre-/post-shift inspections.
• Maintain equipment cleanliness and participate in basic maintenance tasks.
• Communicate with site personnel to ensure efficient transportation of materials.

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety awareness

Self-awareness

Teamwork and collaboration

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION A haul truck driver operates large trucks to transport materials such as gravel or waste in mining, construction, or other industrial settings. Responsibilities include loading and unloading materials, following safety protocols, maintaining the vehicle, and communicating with site personnel to ensure efficient transportation of materials.

Job Summary

A haul truck driver operates large trucks to transport materials such as gravel or waste in mining, construction, or other industrial settings. Responsibilities include loading and unloading materials, following safety protocols, maintaining the vehicle, and communicating with site personnel to ensure efficient transportation of materials.

Essential Functions

• Reporting unsafe mechanical conditions to the shop foreman and supervisor
• Maintaining good housekeeping practices on equipment
• Training new equipment operators
• Assisting with equipment routine preventative maintenance

Critical Competencies

• Equipment Operation- Proficiency in operating large equipment, including understanding the controls, gauges, and indicators. Ability to manipulate equipment accurately and smoothly for various tasks. Skill in handling attachments and understanding their applications. Strong sense of spatial awareness to maneuver the loader safely in tight spaces, around obstacles and in congested work areas
• 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.
• Self-Awareness- recognize their own emotions, strengths, weaknesses, and impact on others, using this understanding to improve their effectiveness.
• Teamwork and Collaboration- Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with others to achieve common goals; contributes positively to group efforts, sharing knowledge, and being open to others' ideas and feedback.
• Adaptability: Adjusts to new conditions, challenges, or changes in the work environment; demonstrate the ability to be flexible, open-minded, and resilient when facing shifting priorities, unforeseen obstacles, or evolving situations; responds positively to change, learns new skills when necessary, and maintains high performance even in unfamiliar or uncertain circumstances.

Education

• High School Diploma/GED or an equivalent combination of training and work experience.

Experience

• Entry level to intermediate experience operating heavy off road mobile equipment

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Safe and proper operation of various types of heavy machinery, including off-road trucks, loaders, dozers, graders, excavators, and cranes.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment with a high degree of competence, skill, and proficiency.
• Will perform pre- and post-shift equipment inspections, identify and report mechanical issues, maintain equipment cleanliness, train others on equipment operation, assist with preventative maintenance, and adhere to all safety regulations.
• Effective communication skills are necessary to interact with supervisors, coworkers, and other personnel.
• Ability to identify and resolve operational issues in a timely and efficient manner.
• Basic mechanical knowledge is beneficial for understanding equipment operation and performing minor maintenance tasks.

Other Requirements

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license to operate company vehicles.
• Must have a clean driving record is required due to the operation of heavy machinery and company vehicles.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment and random drug and alcohol screenings as per company policy.
• Must be able to work flexible shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as needed.
• May be required to work overtime as needed to meet operational demands.

Salary

. The salary is prescribed by the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Candidates will be placed according to union contract salary scale at $34.97 per hour.

• Full benefits package including health insurance, a pension plan, paid vacation.
• This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement.

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Vulcan Materials Company is an equal opportunity employer.