Ready Mix Concrete Driver at Joplin Concrete Company

Joplin Concrete is hiring Ready Mix Concrete Drivers. Sign-on bonus available.  

Join our Team! We have three locations, two in Joplin and one in Neosho. Experienced preferred but will train qualified CDL drivers. Applicants must have a valid Class A CDL or a Class B CDL with air brakes. We offer a market leading starting wage with guaranteed hours and a superior benefits package. Our benefits include health, dental and vision insurance, paid vacation and holidays, 401K with company match, company paid group life insurance, voluntary life insurance available, 100% employer paid uniforms, and safety boot and safety eyeglass reimbursement programs. We have a modern fleet of mixer trucks which is updated yearly.  

See below for Ready Mix Concrete Driver job description:

 

READY MIXED CONCRETE TRUCK DRIVER

REPORTS TO: Batchman, Dispatcher, Manager, Mechanic

NOTE: Statements included in this description are intended to reflect the general duties and responsibilities of the position and are not intended to be all inclusive.

JOB SUMMARY (This is a Non-Exempt Position)

Drives ready-mix concrete truck weighing up to 80,000 pounds transporting and delivering concrete to specific job sites. Maintains contact with base. Cleans, inspects, and makes minor repairs to vehicle. Works and drives in a safe and professional manner. Interacts professionally with all they touch in fairness, dignity and respect.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to take orders, instructions, and guidance from supervisors
• Ability to read and speak English sufficiently to converse with the general public, to understand highway traffic signs and signals, to respond to official inquiries, and to make entries on reports and records (Part 391.11(b)(2)
• Possess a valid CDL Class A or B license with appropriate endorsements
• Must be able to pass federal DOT drug / alcohol screening and physical
• Maintains a satisfactory driving record in accordance with Federal and State Motor Carrier regulations and company policy.
• Adheres to safety requirements and procedures, and wearing of required safety equipment and clothing.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reports to work in a timely fashion as directed by management.
• Prepares truck for operation by inspecting general condition; checking fluid levels and tire pressure; obtaining required repairs; ensuring truck is safe to operate in accordance with DOT regulations and company policy.
• Places truck appropriately for loading of ready mixed or central mixed concrete according to prescribed procedures, including charging hopper and checking slump.
• Inspect each delivery ticket for accuracy before departing the yard.
• Delivers items by identifying destinations; establishing route; operating the truck; maintaining schedule.
• Discharges concrete which could involve placing of extension chutes on main chute, driving in and out of areas with heavy pedestrian traffic, various construction obstacles, and off-road driving conditions.
• Always have a professional attitude when delivering concrete to customers
• Wash residual concrete from truck and maintain all parts of the truck in clean, safe, and operable condition.
• Perform general labor duties as needed to meet operational needs of the company.
• Maintains safe operation at all times.
• All other duties as assigned by the manager.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (READY MIX CONCRETE TRUCK DRIVER)

• Must possess a current Medical Card as required by DOT Regulations.
• Physical demand requires HEAVY level work:
  • Exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or
  • Up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or
  • Up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects

• Frequently use fine motor skills, physical coordination, and visual acuity/depth perception for safe driving of vehicle.
• Frequent extension of arms overhead for cleaning vehicle, climbing ladder, entering/exiting vehicle, loading materials into/onto vehicle, and various job specific tasks repetitively throughout work period.
• Frequently climbing ladder/steps while performing job specific tasks, carrying equipment, and vehicle cleaning materials.
• Frequently climbing into and exiting out of vehicle cab in various types of terrain in order to maneuver vehicle, operate controls, and complete assigned tasks.
• Continuously work in various weather conditions – hot, cold, wet, dry, humid, wind, etc.
• Frequently walk/carry objects on varying terrain – paved, unpaved, dirt, rough terrain, etc.

Job Type: Full-time

Starting Wage: $20-$21/hour depending upon qualifications

Benefits:

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid vacation and holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee assistance program
• 100% Employer paid uniforms
• Safety Boot and Safety Eyeglass reimbursement programs

Experience:

• Driving: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Class A or B (with air brakes) CDL (Required)

Work Location: Multiple Locations