Tack Truck Driver w/CDL

Barriere Construction; Hammond (LA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical and disability benefits

Retirement savings program

Health and wellness programs

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Barriere Construction, a CRH Company, is seeking a CDL B truck driver in Louisiana. You will operate and maintain a tanker/spray system, perform pre/post trip inspections, and follow DOT regulations.

You will support safety-focused operations across road and construction sites, reading simple texts and performing basic math as needed. Applicants must hold Tankers, Hazmat, and Airbrakes endorsements, have a clean driving record, and at least 3 years of outdoor construction experience in varied

Qualifications

• Must have a valid CDL Class B drivers license.
• Must have Tankers, Hazmat, and Airbrakes Endorsements.
• Must have a clean driving record.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in road or construction field, outdoors in extreme weather.
• Ability to read, understand and write simple sentences, and perform simple math equations.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic skillset of Tac truck driver 1.
• Arrive at proper time and location for start of work.
• Maintain and perform daily pre and post trip inspections.
• Comply with DOT Hours of Service and logs when needed.
• Know proper loading, spraying, and unloading of liquid materials on/off truck safely and efficiently.
• Follow heating material guidelines in truck tank.
• Use hand signals during traffic control and assist equipment operators.
• Pre-check work zone and TAR review for proper markings.
• Keep truck, tank, and spray bar clean and maintained.
• Lead crew with quarterly cleaning events and safety protocol.

Skills

CDL Class B

Tankers endorsement

Hazmat endorsement

Airbrakes endorsement

Clean driving record

3+ years exp

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Barriere Construction, a CRH Company, is the Louisiana-based infrastructure contractor of choice for our Gulf South employees and customers. For 70+ years, we have continuously created value through our Culture of Care while safely and reliably delivering quality construction projects and materials under budget and on time, every time - this is our B Guarantee. Infrastructure and heavy civil construction services include asphalt and concrete paving, site preparation, structural, mechanical, and turnkey services. Materials sales are also available for all projects including your own, from residential to industrial. We are one of the largest asphalt producers in Louisiana with the largest asphalt plant in the state along with two others. Our award-winning Construction Group is constantly expanding the scope of its capabilities. It currently specializes in transportation, petrochemical, power, commercial, residential, and ports and rail projects.

Job Duties:

• Perform basic skillset of Tac truck driver 1.
• Arrive at proper time and location for start of work.
• Maintain and perform daily pre and post trip inspections
• Comply with DOT Hours of Service and logs when needed.
• Knows proper method of loading, spraying, and unloading of liquid materials on/off truck safely and efficiently.
• Knows proper guidelines on heating material in truck tank. Never turn on heat below top heating tube.
• Proper use of hand signals during traffic control, spotting for equipment operators, and dumping trucks safely and efficiently.
• Pre checks work zone and utility plan for proper One Call markings and TAR review
• Makes sure truck, tank, and spray bar is clean.
• Performs required tasks out of truck by supervisor i.e., manual work with or without hand tools, operate small tools and equipment.
• Operate and maintain a safe vehicle for he/she self, public and crews on all roads, plant, and job sites.
• Assesses daily routes and job tasks for potential safety concerns.
• Communicates with supervisor, dispatchers, crews, and public as needed.
• Inspects vehicle, tank, and spray system for any defects. Reports defects on digital DOT inspection form. Determines if vehicle is safe to drive if any defects are found.
• Perform basic vehicle maintenance. i.e., Fluids – maintain proper levels and lubrication, Change mud flaps, Electrical- change light bulbs and fuses, repair wiring, Air system- repair leaks, change lines, Tires- inflate and change, Spray System- bar, cylinders, hand hose, wand and nozzles.
• Maintains proper paperwork, fire extinguisher, DOT Safety kit and hand tools in compliance and working order.
• Maintain a clean vehicle inside and outside. Also, keep good housekeeping in parking area.
• Performs required maintenance on small ancillary equipment and helps operators with crew repairs as needed.
• Leads crew with performing quarterly cleaning events.
• Following all safety protocol

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work outdoors in extreme temperatures
• Individually lift and carry weights up to 50 lbs.
• Push and pull weights up to 70 lbs.
• Observe all safety protocol

Experience/Skills Required:

• Must have a valid CDL Class B drivers license
• Must have Tankers, Hazmat, and Airbrakes Endorsements
• Must have a clean driving record
• Must have minimum of 3 yrs. experience in the road or construction field, working outdoors in extreme weather
• Be able to read, understand and write simple sentences, and perform simple mathematical equations

Equipment Requirements:

• Three years’ experience driving/operating Class 7 vehicle (<26,0001 lbs.) and maintaining tack/service truck.

Disclaimer: This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, theduties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list a nd may be amended at any time as necessitated by business demands at the sole discretion of the Employer.

What CRH Offers You

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

Barriere Construction, a CRH Company, is an affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characterstic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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