Tanker Operator - CDL Driver - Childress, TX

Smyrna Ready Mix, LLC; Childress (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

SRM Concrete (Smyrna Ready Mix) seeks a safety-focused Tanker Operator in Texas to transport cement between terminals and SRM plants. You’ll perform pre-trip inspections, secure loading, and ensure on-time deliveries while upholding safety standards.

The role emphasizes compliance with DOT regulations, professional customer interactions, and accurate paperwork. A valid CDL is required; tanker endorsement is preferred but not mandatory.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL with tanker endorsement preferred but not required.
• Current DOT Medical Card.
• Minimum 2 years’ proven experience driving Class A tanker trucks.
• Clean driving record with no serious tickets or accidents in the last 5 years.
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds and perform physical tasks.
• Excellent time management to meet delivery schedules.
• Good communication with dispatch and customers.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a Class A tanker truck transporting cement from terminals to SRM plant locations.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Maintain logs and delivery paperwork per DOT regulations.
• Communicate delivery instructions and route progress with dispatch.
• Ensure proper loading/unloading and prevent spills.
• Adhere to routes, schedules, safety procedures.
• Provide professional customer service at delivery sites.
• Report defects or accidents promptly.
• Stay current on safety regulations and SRM policies.

Skills

Class A CDL

Tanker Endorsement

DOT Regulations

Clean Driving Record

Safety/Teamwork

Job description

About the Opportunity

Are you a safety-focused, dependable professional with a Class A CDL looking for a rewarding driving career? SRM Concrete is seeking a skilled Tanker Operator to safely transport cement from supply terminals to our concrete plants—playing a vital role in keeping our operations running smoothly. If you’re committed to safety, service, and being part of a team that values your expertise, SRM wants you behind the wheel.

Your Mission & Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate a Class A tanker truck, transporting cement from terminals to various SRM Concrete plant locations.
• Conduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
• Accurately complete and maintain logbooks, delivery documentation, and other required paperwork in line with company policies and DOT regulations.
• Communicate proactively with dispatch to receive delivery instructions and provide updates on route progress.
• Ensure secure loading and unloading of cement, preventing spillage or contamination.
• Follow established routes, schedules, and safety procedures for transporting materials.
• Provide exceptional customer service at delivery sites, representing SRM Concrete with professionalism.
• Promptly report any vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or vehicle damage.
• Stay current on safety regulations, company policies, and industry best practices.

What Sets You Apart

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). Tanker Endorsement is helpful, but not required.
• Current DOT Medical Card.
• Minimum of 2 years’ proven experience driving Class A tanker trucks.
• Clean driving record with no serious tickets or accidents in the last 5 years.
• Strong knowledge of DOT regulations and safety standards for material transport.
• Physical ability to lift up to 100 pounds and perform tasks involving bending, lifting, and climbing.
• Excellent time management skills to meet delivery schedules.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills for working with plant personnel and customers.
• Willingness to undergo SRM’s pre-employment screenings.
• Positive, “go-getter” attitude and commitment to SRM’s 5 Principles of Service: Safety, Quality, Kindness, Cleanliness, and Go-Getter.

About SRM

SRM Concrete (Smyrna Ready Mix) is a family-owned, values-driven leader in the ready mix concrete industry. Founded in 1999 with a single plant in Smyrna, Tennessee, we’ve grown to over 600 locations nationwide by focusing on quality, integrity, and service. Our mission is to serve our customers, our communities, and our team members with excellence—every load, every day.

Why Join SRM Concrete?

• Consistent Local & Regional Routes & No Sunday Work:Our Tanker Drivers have the option to work local or regional routes, with the benefit of being home regularly. We are closed every Sunday.
• Growth & Advancement:Be part of a rapidly expanding company with real opportunities to grow your career.
• Competitive Compensation:Hourly pay with overtime after 8 hours, plus eligibility for bonuses and annual raises. Our driven sales team ensures steady, consistent work.
• Exceptional Benefits:Low-cost medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, and life insurance; paid holidays; PTO/vacation; 401k with $100 weekly match; family days; and more!
• Team Culture:At SRM Concrete, we value hard work, respect, and teamwork. We support each other, recognize a job well done, and believe in doing what’s right—on the job and in the community. You’ll find a straightforward, dependable environment where every team member matters.