Pump Operator

Cemstone; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 51,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Plans

Paid Time Off

Wellness Program

Education Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Cemstone is seeking a Pump Operator to perform essential pre-trip inspections and operate concrete pumps at project sites. You will ensure safety, deliver on customer specifications, and maintain clear communication with dispatch and customers.

Responsibilities include transporting to sites, setting up pumps in safe positions, and handling on-site paperwork and payments when required. Join Cemstone for a stable, family-owned work environment and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Education or equivalent experience for pump operations.
• Safety-first mindset and adherence to regulations.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Basic arithmetic for payments and measurements.
• Ability to handle cash and make change.
• Diplomatic communication with customers and coworkers in stressful situations.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-trip inspection of concrete pumps per DOT regulations.
• Drive to project site and set up pump safely at the location.
• Pump concrete per customer requirements while maintaining safety.
• Complete on-site paperwork and collect payments when applicable.
• Communicate project status via radio or cell phone and call out start times daily.
• Coordinate with maintenance and dispatch as needed.

Skills

Safety awareness

English literacy

Cash handling

Math skills

Customer interaction

Education

Education or equivalent experience

Job description

Job Summary:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Pre-trip inspection of concrete pumps pursuant to DOT regulations. Pre-trip inspection includes checking fluid levels of engine oil, antifreeze, tire pressure, brakes and other driver operated controls such as hydraulic systems, line systems, and hydraulics. Fills water tank before each project by placing rubber hose into water tank and filling after checking that all valves are shut. Safely drives to project site that is assigned. Uses map book and experience and takes most direct route to job site to ensure on time service. Safely drives concrete pump into site and works with contractor or homeowner to set up pump in a safe position. Pump concrete pursuant to customer desire with respect to yards per hour in the safest manner. Upon completion, operator will clean out pump systems in the project where desired by contractor or homeowner, in an environmentally responsible manner. Keep pump dispatch informed as to the status of projects via two-way radio, digital pagers, and cellular phones, if available. Prior to leaving of site, driver is responsible for completing all paperwork and collection of monies if necessary. Each operator is responsible to call callout each day for start time. Each operator is expected to perform a post trip inspection of the concrete pump pursuant to DOT standards and the communications with maintenance is imperative. If not billed out on a pump and called to work, operator may be asked to work or clean on pump, drive ready mix truck, assist mechanics in the shop, assist at a batch or other related duties. Maintain effective working relationships with company employees, suppliers, and customers. Promote and maintain the professional image and reputation of the company and ensure timely problem resolution and customer satisfaction. Other duties as assigned by the VP/GM & Pump Dispatch.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Must have education or the equivalent experience, certificates, licenses, and registrations for pump operations.
• Safety: A Pump Operator’s first responsibility is safety above all!
• Language Skills: Must be able to read, write and speak English.
• Mathematical Skills: Must be able to perform simple math such as addition and subtraction.
• Must be able to handle cash and make change.
• Reasoning Ability: Must be able to deal with customers and other employees in a diplomatic manner in a variety of stressful situations.
• Must safely operate pump truck and perform tasks that are congruent with company policy, and within state and federal laws.

Pay:

$36.75 to $46.15 per hour

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Paid Time Off
• Wellness Program
• Education Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recognize that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourage qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply. Join us in building a diverse and talented workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

BUILD YOUR FUTURE AT CEMSTONE

Our employees are our greatest strength. At Cemstone, we build more than the infrastructure and the places where you experience life — we also build careers. When you work at Cemstone, you experience more than just a job. You earn a rewarding career that provides you the opportunity to build a better future for yourself and fulfills your desire for challenge and growth. It’s our goal to provide stable and progressive employment for our employees. As a family-owned business, we understand and recognize the importance of family and promote the idea of a balanced work and personal life. From our very beginning, it has been the Cemstone employees that have formed the foundation on which we have built this company.