Tractor Trailer/Truck Driver

Oldcastle Inc.; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a growing heavy highway contractor in Kansas as a Truck Driver, where you’ll contribute to a team committed to safety and quality. Enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits while being part of a company that values professional growth in a close-knit environment.

Benefits

Highly competitive base pay

Comprehensive medical, dental, and disability benefits

Group retirement savings program

Health and wellness programs

Opportunities for growth and internal promotion

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license (CDL, Class B).
• Previous experience in construction is preferred.
• Ability to work in a safety-sensitive environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily pre/post trip inspections per DOT guidelines.
• Load and unload equipment or materials as necessary.
• Ensure compliance with company safety procedures at all times.

Skills

Professional attitude

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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APAC-Kansas, Inc., Shears Construction, is a multi-million dollar heavy highway contractor that was established in 1874, and has multiple asphalt plants, ready mix plants, rock quarries and sand operations in Kansas. Shears is diversified with public, private and commercial work including paving, utility, dirt-grading and concrete flat work. Our valued employees produce quality work and products in a competitive market with safety first at all times. If you are seeking a rewarding career with challenging work, a variety of responsibilities, potential for advancement and looking for benefits of a large corporation with a small company feel, come join our team.

Truck Driver: Do you want to work for a company that values your skills? Do you want to work for a company that values safety above all else? Are you looking for opportunities and benefits of a large corporation with a small company feel? Then CRH is the company for you! Apply for the truck driver position today and jumpstart your career with the CRH family.

Job Description Summary
The selected candidate will be required to work in a team environment with other co-workers and managers. The work is in a safety sensitive environment.
· Properly follow all company policies and procedures for safe working procedures and environment.
· Report any problems to your manager.
· Perform daily pre/post trip inspections with appropriate documentation in compliance with DOT guidelines and company policies.
· Obey applicable laws and follow dispatch instructions.
· Maintain daily vehicle mileage logs.
· Monitor various gauges during operation of vehicle.
· Load and unload equipment or materials. Depending on materials hauled, may require unloading of contents by hand or shovel.
· Assure product quality to the best of the driver’s ability.
· Perform minor servicing and maintenance of equipment; refer major problems to the Foreman.
· Must keep truck in a clean and orderly condition.
· Operator will be responsible for a safe work environment for themselves and co-workers.

· When working with co-workers, constant eye contact will be maintained when backing, communicating using hand signals or other movements.
· Properly follow all company policies and OSHA / MSHA regulations for safe working procedures and environment.
· Follow directions of manager as to daily tasks and expectations for each specific project or jobsite.
· Assist in training less–experienced employees on the proper operations, servicing and repair of equipment to further their abilities.
· Perform general labor duties when necessary.
· Perform other duties as assigned.

Work Requirements
The ideal candidate will:

· Pass DOT pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.

· Pass a pre-employment “Fit for Work” physical.

· Be able to provide valid documentation for the I-9 Immigration document.
· Display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors and the general public at all times.
· Be willing to travel and work away from home when required.
· Be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.
· Report to work at the designated start time.
· Be able to work overtime when required.
· Be willing to work outdoors in extreme temperatures, both hot and cold.
· Strictly adhere to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
· Have the willingness to work in a team environment and assist co–workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
· Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas as stated by OSHA and / or MSHA.
· Maintain current driver’s license that meets state requirements, i.e., CDL, Class B driver with possible hazmat and tanker endorsements.
· Have a MVR that meets company standards.
· Be at least age 18 years of age due to nature of working environment.

-The work is in a safety sensitive environment.

Education/Experience

· High School diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
· Previous related experience in construction field is preferred.

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.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

APAC-Kansas, Inc., Shears 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 characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Nearest Major Market: Emporia
Nearest Secondary Market: Wichita