Lead Ready-Mix Driver & Safety Supervisor

Gftmix; Gold Canyon (AZ); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Weekly pay

Life insurance

Dental & vision

401(k) match

Paid training

Job summary

GFT Ready Mix is seeking a Driver Supervisor at Plant 2 to lead and develop the ready-mix driving team with a strong emphasis on safety, efficiency, and customer service.

You will collaborate with Dispatch, Fleet, Safety, and Management to maintain high safety and quality standards while coordinating daily operations and staffing needs.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of ready-mix driving experience required; 10+ years preferred.
• Previous lead driver, trainer, or supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of ready-mix operations, safety practices, and truck procedures.
• Working knowledge of DOT/FMCSA requirements.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to coach drivers, address performance concerns, and manage changing priorities.
• Valid CDL and acceptable driving record if required to operate company vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Safety & Compliance: Promote safety culture and ensure policy adherence; monitor driver readiness and PPE; review inspections; coordinate with Fleet/Safety on equipment issues.
• Driver Leadership & Development: Supervise drivers; track attendance, performance, and safety; coach, train, onboard.
• Operations & Scheduling: Coordinate with Dispatch and management; assist with scheduling, staffing, and timecards.
• Equipment & Fleet Oversight: Monitor truck condition; address maintenance needs; coordinate repairs.
• Customer & Jobsite Support: Visit jobsites; evaluate access and hazards; address customer concerns; ensure courteous interactions.
• Additional Responsibilities: Support with admin tasks and other duties as needed.

Skills

Ready-mix driving

Leadership

Coaching

Communication

Problem-solving

DOT/FMCSA knowledge

CDL

Job description

Description

Location: Plant 2

Employment: Full-Time
Salary Range: $75,000–$100,000 annually

Position Summary

The Driver Supervisor is responsible for providing day-to-day leadership and oversight of ready-mix drivers at Plant 2, with a strong focus on safety, driver performance, training, equipment care, and customer service. This position works closely with Dispatch, Quality Control, Fleet, Safety, Human Resources, and management to support efficient daily operations, address driver and equipment concerns, and maintain GFT’s standards for safety, quality, productivity, and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities

Safety & Compliance

• Promote and reinforce a strong safety culture among drivers.
• Ensure drivers follow company safety policies, procedures, and expectations.
• Monitor drivers for readiness and fitness to safely perform their duties.
• Ensure required PPE is properly worn and maintained.
• Review pre-trip and post-trip inspections and follow up on identified concerns.
• Identify unsafe driving practices, jobsite hazards, and equipment concerns.
• Reinforce safe loading, washout, truck operation, and jobsite procedures.
• Coordinate with Fleet, Maintenance, and Safety regarding equipment deficiencies and out-of-service vehicles.
• Reinforce safe loading, washout, truck operation, and jobsite procedures.

Driver Leadership & Development

• Provide daily supervision, direction, and support to ready-mix drivers.
• Monitor driver attendance, performance, productivity, safety, and equipment care.
• Conduct driver coaching, training, ride-alongs, and ongoing development.
• Support onboarding and training of new drivers.
• Address performance, conduct, and disciplinary matters in accordance with company policies.
• Reinforce expectations related to safety, quality, professionalism, and customer service.

Operations & Scheduling

• Coordinate with Dispatch, Quality Control, Fleet, Safety, and management to support daily operations.
• Assist with driver scheduling, staffing, PTO requests, and timecard approvals.
• Help ensure staffing and equipment are aligned with operational needs.
• Respond to changing daily priorities and operational concerns as they arise.

Equipment & Fleet Oversight

• Monitor truck condition, cleanliness, and overall equipment care.
• Follow up on mechanical concerns and driver-reported deficiencies.
• Coordinate equipment repairs and downtime with Fleet and Maintenance.
• Address recurring equipment damage, misuse, or cleanliness concerns.

Customer & Jobsite Support

• Visit jobsites as needed to support safe and efficient deliveries.
• Evaluate jobsite access, truck flow, washout areas, and potential hazards.
• Assist with customer concerns related to drivers, deliveries, or jobsite conditions.
• Promote professional and courteous interactions with customers and onsite crews.

Additional Responsibilities

• Assist with operational, administrative, and driver-related responsibilities based on business needs.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of ready-mix driving experience required; 10+ years preferred.
• Previous lead driver, trainer, or supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of ready-mix operations, safety practices, and truck procedures.
• Working knowledge of DOT/FMCSA requirements.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to coach drivers, address performance concerns, and manage changing priorities.
• Valid CDL and acceptable driving record if required to operate company vehicles.

Why Join GFT?

GFT Ready Mix offers a competitive benefits package designed to support our employees and their families, including:

• 100% employer-paid employee medical coverage
• Weekly pay
• Employer-paid basic life insurance and short-term disability
• Voluntary dental, vision, life, and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) with company match and profit-sharing opportunities
• Paid training and opportunities for continued growth
• Benefits eligibility within 45 days

GFT Ready Mix is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.