Water Truck Driver (CDL)

Granite Construction; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled CDL driver to operate a water tanker truck on construction sites. This role involves essential responsibilities such as safely transporting water, performing inspections, and maintaining equipment. Join a company that prioritizes safety and offers on-the-job training to enhance your skills. You'll work in a dynamic environment, collaborating with a dedicated team while ensuring compliance with safety regulations. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and thrive in a supportive workplace, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must have a CDL with Tank Endorsement to operate a water tanker truck.
• Experience driving a water truck on construction sites preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a water tanker truck to control dust and achieve compaction.
• Perform pre- and post-inspections on the truck per DOT regulations.
• Assist crews with other tasks when not operating the water truck.

Skills

CDL with Tank Endorsement

Knowledge of DOT regulations

Ability to navigate uneven terrain

Ability to recognize hazardous conditions

Ability to work in safety-sensitive environments

Education

Class A or B CDL driver's license

Job description

Building a career at Granite may be the most valuable thing you could do...

Are you interested in the opportunity to work for an industry-leading company that will give you the experience and exposure you need to build your career and personal brand? If so, then you’ve come to the right place!

General Summary

This position is responsible for safely operating a water tanker truck to transport water for use throughout job sites, drainage, and structures to control dust by spraying water on roadways or to achieve compaction of construction materials. Requires a CDL with Tank Endorsement is a must.
This Project offers On the Job Training Program (OJT).

Essential Job Accountabilities

• Filling truck with water from approved supply sources.
• May drive truck equipped with sprinkling attachment to settle dust on roadways and streets to saturate flexible base for compaction.
• Distinguish when roads are over-watered, creating unsafe operating conditions.
• Safely operate truck in often unstable ground conditions.
• Perform pre- and post-inspections on truck, pursuant to DOT regulations, company guidelines and manufacturer’s specifications.
• Maintain the equipment according to the standards set in place by the company and manufacturer’s specifications.
• Assist crews with other tasks as required when not operating water truck.
• Perform other duties as required.

Work Experience

• Class A or B CDL driver’s license with tanker endorsement, required.
• Experience driving a water truck on roadway construction sites, preferred.
• Experience operating heavy equipment, preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of DOT regulations.
• Ability to navigate uneven and rough terrain safely.
• Ability to recognize hazardous conditions.
• Ability to work day, swing, and night shifts (occasionally extended hours).
• Ability to work in constant exposure to outside elements, in all weather conditions.
• Ability to work in safety-sensitive construction setting, including exposure to moving machinery and heavy equipment.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team in a fast-paced and complex environment.
• Ability to squat, crawl, and work in awkward positions/confined spaces.

Physical Demands

• Physical dexterity, stamina, and excellent hand-eye coordination with ability to: grasp, assemble, and lift objects, stand, sit, and walk for extended periods over uneven surfaces, squat, bend, climb ladders onto equipment or other objects, and potentially lie down.
• Lifting, pushing, pulling of heavy items weighing up to 50 lbs. or more.

Additional Requirements/Skills

• Comply, understand, and support corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment.
• Ability and willingness to abide by Granite’s Code of Conduct daily.

About Granite Construction

Granite Construction Incorporated is a member of the S&P 400 Index and is the parent company of Granite Construction Company, one of the nation’s largest heavy civil contractors and construction materials producers. Granite Construction is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities, and a Drug-Free Workplace. For additional information on applicant/employee rights, please click here.