Ready Mix Driver

Knife River Corporation; Kailua (HI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A major construction materials company in Kailua, Hawaii is seeking safety minded Ready Mix Truck Drivers. This role involves delivering ready mix concrete to various locations while ensuring compliance with safety standards. Applicants must have a Valid CDL Class B, a minimum of one year driving experience, and a professional attitude. The company offers training for the right candidate. This role is critical for supporting community infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of driving experience.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs repeatedly throughout the day.
• Good reading and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Safely drive and deliver ready mix concrete to various locations.
• Complete pre and post trip equipment inspections.
• Document each delivery and required paperwork.

Skills

Professional driving

Safety compliance

Customer service

Education

Valid CDL Class B

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

At West Hawaii Concrete, we take care of our team because we know it’s our people who make us successful. As part of Knife River, we are one of the 10 largest construction materials producers/contractors in the Country, and we are a PEOPLE-first company. Our team members are the key to our success, and we are committed to giving them the tools, training, and time to do their jobs productively and safely each day. Our goal is to build strong teams that, in turn, build strong communities. We are also a publicly traded company on the NYSE with the ticker symbol KNF and part of the S&P MidCap 400 index.

We are hiring safety minded Ready Mix Truck Drivers to deliver ready mix concrete to commercial & residential projects in the local Big Island market.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Safely drive and deliver ready mix concrete to various locations as directed by dispatchers.
• Complete pre and post trip equipment inspections, properly documenting, reporting, and following up on deficiencies.
• Document each delivery, completing all required paperwork.
• Develop product knowledge and understand the importance of quality and service.
• Maintain a clean appearance thoroughly washing residual concrete material from equipment according to operational policies, procedures, and standards.
• Ensure all safety policies and procedures are followed to prevent any and all unsafe actions/conditions.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid CDL Class B with minimum 1 year driving experience.
• Current Medical Examiner's Certificate.
• Have working knowledge and experience in examining vehicle to detect malfunctions, damage, or maintenance needed.
• Knowledge of the local area and road conditions.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. several times a day.
• Display a professional, courteous, and positive attitude toward all team members and customers.
• Willingness to cross-train.
• Willingness to work an irregular schedule, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Good ready and writing skills.

Willing to train the right applicant, CDL Class B is still required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• CDL Class A.
• 3-5 years driving experience, ready mix truck preferred.
• Knowledge of concrete materials.
• Mechanical experience.

How To Apply:

West Hawaii Concrete is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal law. Subject to pre‑employment drug & alcohol testing, background check, and physical capacity evaluation. If unable to apply online, please mail completed application to:

West Hawaii Concrete
Attn: Susan Macy
P.O. Box 1390

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