Water Truck Driver

H&K Group, Inc.; Blooming Glen (PA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Water Truck Driver to join their team at a quarry. This role involves operating a water truck to transport and dump water for dust suppression while ensuring safety and efficiency in all operations. The ideal candidate will be safety-focused, detail-oriented, and a team player, contributing to the overall production goals of the quarry. With a strong emphasis on training and employee development, this position offers a supportive work environment and comprehensive benefits, making it a fantastic opportunity for those looking to grow in the heavy industry sector.

Benefits

100% Company-paid Health Benefits

401(k) Savings and Investment Plan

Tuition reimbursement programs

Additional training programs

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Clean driving record and effective communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Drive water truck for dust suppression and support quarry production.
• Perform daily truck inspections and routine maintenance.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication

Ability to fit test & utilize appropriate PPE

Ability to meet physical requirements

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Driver’s license

Job description

Overview

Blooming Glen Quarry, a division of H&K Group, Inc., is searching for a Water Truck Driver to join their team! The driver operates water truck to transport and dump water for dust suppression and aids in other responsibilities to support Quarry production. The ideal candidate is safety focused, pays attention to detail, and excels at teamwork. A CDL license is not required.

Why work for H&K Group, Inc.?

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• 100% Company-paid Health Benefits
• 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan
• Tuition reimbursement programs available to qualifying employees for approved programs
• Additional training programs including on the job, online through H&K Academy, manufacturer offered training, and more

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs all work according to MSHA and H&K Safety policies
• Performs pre and post trip of truck every day and fills out daily inspection sheets
• Drives safely and efficiently to transport material and achieve production goals
• Does regular inspection of roadways to determine dust suppression needs
• Performs routine maintenance on truck such as lubrication and cleaning
• Cleans around the plant and supports plant cleaning efforts
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required Skills, Education, and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent (such as the GED) from an accredited educational institution OR related experience and/or training
  • A combination of education and experience may be considered
• Driver’s license
• Clean Driving record
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Ability to fit test & utilize appropriate PPE as needed
• Ability to meet physical requirements (movement, lifting, as relevant to job)

Preferred Skills, Education, and Experience

• One year of experience operating heavy equipment with a strong preference for Water or Haul Truck operation
• Experience in a quarry, open pit mine, heavy civil/road construction, or other heavy industry
• CDL A or B
• MSHA and/or other applicable safety certifications and training

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to
  • Sit
  • Use hands to finger, handle, or feel
  • Reach with hands and arms
• Frequently required to talk or hear
• Occasionally required to
  • stand, walk, climb, or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
  • Lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
• Specific vision abilities include
  • Distance
  • Peripheral
  • Depth perception

Work Environment

• Regularly exposed to
  • Outside weather conditions
  • Vibration
• Frequently exposed to
  • Fumes and airborne particles
  • Moving mechanical parts
• Noise level is usually loud