Ready Mix Driver

Tilcon Connecticut, Inc. in; Norwich (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical and disability benefits

Retirement savings program

Health and wellness programs

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Tilcon Connecticut Inc., a CRH Company, is a leading supplier of crushed stone, asphalt and ready mix concrete in Connecticut. The Mixer Driver operates concrete mixer trucks safely and efficiently, following the supervisor’s instructions and dispatch schedules.

Daily duties include deliveries, vehicle cleanup, refueling, and keeping time and materials records. A valid state CDL is required; some overtime may be needed to meet customer schedules. Maintain safety and teamwork with Tilcon staff.

Qualifications

• Valid State Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to perform duties safely and efficiently.
• Good communication with customers and Tilcon team.
• Keep time and materials records.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate mixer equipment and report issues to management.
• Complete the required number of concrete deliveries daily as directed by Dispatch.
• Perform routine safety and maintenance tasks on the truck.
• Refuel the truck at the end of each day and park it safely.

Skills

CDL

Safety awareness

Communication

Time management

Tools

Truck tracking system

Job description

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!

Position Overview

This skilled position involves the safe and efficient operation of concrete mixer trucks. Work will be performed in accordance with the Concrete Supervisor's instruction. Delivery and shift schedules will be directed and scheduled by Dispatch personnel. Shifts will often include some overtime. The Driver is responsible for the efficient working condition and cleanliness of his/her equipment. All Tilcon Connecticut employees are expected to partner with associates and management of Tilcon Connecticut Inc. to coordinate, support, and actively promote our safety process. The Mixer Driver will comply with mandatory safety requirements and other functions of the team.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

Safely and efficient operate equipment and report any problems to your manager in a timely fashion.

Pursuant to directions from Dispatch, the Driver will make the appropriate number of ready mix concrete deliveries each day in a timely manner. Regular and reliable attendance is critical for customer delivery schedules.

For each delivery, the Driver will do the following:

• Get out of the cab and onto the platform, then use a 2" hose to fill truck's tank;
• After the truck is loaded, climb up the ladder to catwalk and rinse down truck;
• Once on the job, get out of the cab and safely climb down 3 steps to the ground;
• Pick up and attach a chute or chutes that weighs approximately 50 pounds;
• Operate the controls to deliver the concrete. This can be done from the ground using external controls or by climbing back up 3 steps and getting back into the cab of the mixer truck;
• Once the concrete is delivered, the Driver must get out of the truck, climb up the ladder to the catwalk and thoroughly rinse down hopper, fins in barrel, drop hopper, top chute, etc.;
• The Driver then climbs off of the truck and continues washing the remainder of the shuts and truck. The driver then disconnects the chutes and returns them to the rack.

At the end of each day, the Driver cleans and washes out the truck performing the same duties as noted in (f) above, along with rinsing off the remainder of the truck.

The Driver is also responsible for refueling the truck at the end of each day, parking it safely, and chocking the tire.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Thorough operational knowledge of mixer truck and related equipment to be operated.
• Valid State Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to perform all job duties in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ability to communicate in a positive manner with customers and represent Tilcon.
• Ability to communicate effectively on the radio system and use the truck tracking system correctly.
• Keep time and materials records.
• Pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check
• Pass a pre-employment "Fit for Work" physical.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is required to sit walk and stand for periods of time. The employee is required to use a computer for extended periods of time.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust to focus.

Frequently: Bend; climb; reach; fine motor; repetitive motion; right; left

Occasionally: Kneel; squat; stand; walk

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. This position requires an employee to lift.

Frequently: 0-10 lbs.; 10-25 lbs.; 25-50 lbs.

Occasionally: 50-75 lbs.; 75-100 lbs.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and heat. The employee frequently works outside and has exposure to some vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Continuous: Moving equipment; working with others

Frequently: Hot weather; cold weather; exposed to noise

Occasionally: Wet weather; exposed to high heat

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Internal applicants: Prior to applying for any internal position, it is a requirement that employees must first notify their manager.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and 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.