Volumetric Concrete Truck Driver/Operator

Silverback Concrete; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading concrete company is looking for a Volumetric Truck Operator to deliver, mix, and pour concrete on demand. The role involves operating specialized trucks, performing routine maintenance, and ensuring cleanliness and safety standards while on-site. Candidates should be safety-oriented, punctual, and capable of maintaining equipment. Benefits include competitive pay and opportunities for advancement.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• CDL required for driving and operating the truck.
• Experience preferred but not necessary.
• Understanding of safety protocols in construction.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain a volumetric concrete truck.
• Assist with loading sand and aggregate.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip DOT inspections.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety Awareness

Communication

Tools

Hammer

Chute scraper

Pliers

Mini shovel

Grease gun

Job description

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Vision insurance

Job Details

CDL: required

Job: Drive and operate

Pay: Base salary with a bonus per job completed

Experience: Wanted, not required

Job Summary

A Volumetric Truck Operator is responsible for operating a volumetric concrete truck used for delivering, mixing, and pouring on demand. Responsibilities include assisting with the loading of sand and aggregate via a front-end loader, filling the water tank, and/or blowing cement from an onsite silo or trailer into the cement bin. Daily cleaning and greasing of the truck are required, along with other preventative maintenance activities. The operator often acts as the company's representative on site and should maintain a courteous, professional, and safety-oriented demeanor at all times.

Responsibilities and Expectations

• Sign delivery tickets with customers, retain the white tickets, and submit them to the plant manager.
• Operate the mixer to produce concrete from sand, gravel, cement, and water. Adjust slump as approved by the geo-tech representative and customer (max 15 gallons of water).
• Assemble chutes and operate levers to release concrete per customer request.
• Clean the truck after loading and after each delivery to prevent concrete from hardening.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip DOT inspections.
• Conduct basic vehicle maintenance such as oil, fuel, or coolant checks and minor repairs as needed.
• Use Whip Around inspections to report repair issues and maintenance problems.
• Grease trucks daily.
• Monitor truck and equipment to ensure proper operation and appearance.
• Spray truck surfaces with protective compounds for cleaning and resistance to concrete adhesion.
• Operate equipment such as mixer controls, CB radios, mobile phones, and GPS to communicate with dispatch and supervisors.
• Follow all applicable state and federal regulations, including driving to weigh stations as required.
• Assist with plant operations, maintenance, and mechanical work as needed, including occasional operation of other plant equipment.
• At the end of each day, park trucks in the company lot with full tanks of fuel and DEF, and ensure they are clean. Fill out the daily fuel sheet and submit it to the plant manager or nightly drop box.

Employee Requirements

• Report on time, in full uniform, with all required PPE:
• High-visibility work shirt, vest, and/or coat
• Work pants or jeans
• Gloves (provided by the company)
• Hardhat
• Safety-toed work boots
• Safety glasses
• Hearing protection
• Masks (provided by the company)
• Conform to all Federal, State, DOT, OSHA safety requirements. Report safety concerns immediately.

Work Environment

• Walking on uneven, muddy, and slippery terrain
• Exposure to noise, diesel exhaust, dust, water mist, vapor, and concrete silicate
• Variable lighting conditions depending on natural light

Equipment and Tools

• Hammer
• Chute scraper
• Pliers
• Mini shovel
• Grease gun and grease