Water Truck Driver (CDL) (PHX)

Granite Construction; Tempe, Northern (AZ, KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Granite Construction is seeking a Water Truck Driver (CDL) to safely operate a water tanker on roadway and site work, helping control dust and assist with compaction. A valid Class A or B CDL with tanker endorsement and DOT knowledge are required, with preference for prior water truck experience on construction sites.

The role involves day, swing, and night shifts, exposure to outside elements, and working with a team in a fast-paced environment. Compliance with safety protocols is essential.

Qualifications

• Class A or B CDL with tanker endorsement is required.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience driving a water truck on roadway construction sites preferred.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations.
• Ability to work day, swing, and night shifts; extended hours.

Responsibilities

• Fill truck with water from approved supply sources.
• Operate water tanker to control dust and assist compaction on job sites.
• Perform pre- and post-inspections in accordance with DOT and company guidelines.
• Maintain equipment per manufacturer specifications.
• Work with crews and assist with other tasks when not driving.

Skills

DOT regulations knowledge

Education

Class A or B CDL with tanker endorsement

Job description

## Water Truck Driver (CDL) (PHX)Applylocations: Tempe, Arizona: Phoenix, Arizonatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R0000007962**Building a career at Granite may be the most valuable thing you could do...**Find your dream job today, and be part of something great. Our most powerful partnership is the one we have with our employees. Our people are our most valued asset and the foundation of Granite’s century-old success. We’re building more than infrastructure; we are building your future.**General Summary**The Water Truck Driver 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.**Essential Job Accountabilities*** Filling the 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.* Safety operate truck in often unstable ground conditions.* Perform pre- and post-inspections on truck, pursuant to DOT regulations, company guidelines and manufacture’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.**Education*** **Class A or B CDL driver’s license with tanker endorsement, required.*** High School Diploma or GED, preferred.**Work Experience*** Experience driving a water truck on roadway construction sites, preferred.* Experience operating heavy equipment, preferred.**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities*** Knowledge with 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 Incorporated**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 is a Drug-Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.