Ready-Mix Truck Driver: Deliver Concrete Safely

Lyman-Richey Corporation; Blair (NE); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Medical/dental benefits

Retirement savings program

Wellness programs

Job summary

Gerhold Concrete Company, a CRH Company, is seeking a Ready-Mix Driver to transport freshly mixed concrete from the plant to job sites, ensuring safe operation and adherence to DOT regulations. The role requires climbing, inspecting drums, and performing basic truck maintenance.

The candidate should have a high school diploma or GED and prefer experience with ready-mixed trucks; a Class A or B CDL and a DOT medical card are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Experience in ready mixed trucks or other related industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Comply with all Department of Transportation requirements including licensing, vehicle inspection, and hours of service.
• Operates truck in safe and professional manner on public highways, roads, in the yard area and at various job sites to deliver materials.
• Inspects the truck as required at the start of each workday, completing the Driver Check-off Sheet which indicates that all systems are functioning properly.
• Maneuvers the truck to deliver concrete to the point of delivery. Back truck under batching plant or hopper to receive concrete.
• Climbs the ladder, approximately 10-12 feet, on the mixer truck to view the load of concrete for consistency and amount, to inspect the drum for cleanliness.
• Adjusts the trailer axle pressure depending on the weight of the load.
• Follows written and verbal instructions to include city street maps, directions and can complete necessary paperwork.
• Assembles concrete chute(s) weighing 30-50 pounds each.
• Moves hand and foot controls and understands and follows hand signals while operating the truck.
• Keep truck in clean working order, including basic maintenance. Including spraying and cleaning after loads and prevent concrete build up in mixer.
• Must meet all eligibility requirements for driving a commercial motor vehicle in interstate commerce as defined by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations and the Department of Transportation.

Skills

CDL certified

Safety awareness

Map reading

Mechanical aptitude

Team player

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Experience in ready-mixed trucks

Tools

Tablet device

GPS navigation

Job description

Gerhold Concrete Company, a CRH Company, is seeking a Ready-Mix Driver to transport freshly mixed concrete from the plant to job sites, ensuring safe operation and adherence to DOT regulations. The role requires climbing, inspecting drums, and performing basic truck maintenance.

The candidate should have a high school diploma or GED and prefer experience with ready-mixed trucks; a Class A or B CDL and a DOT medical card are required.