Driver - Mixer Truck - Hartington, NE

Founded 150 years ago by a Civil War veteran and pioneer, Gerhold Concrete Company, Inc., A CRH Company, is a major regional supplier of concrete and building materials with 15 locations across Nebraska and Iowa, serving areas in central and northeastern Nebraska, southeastern South Dakota, and western Iowa.

Position Overview

The Ready-Mix Driver will be responsible for all duties of the position, including the transporting of freshly mixed concrete from the plant to the job site in a safe manner. This individual will be responsible for making normal operating adjustments to the equipment and material being hauled.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Comply with all Department of Transportation requirements including but not limited to licensing, vehicle inspection, and hours of service.
• Operates truck in safe and professional manner on public highways, roads, in the yard area and at various job sites to deliver materials.
• Inspects the truck as required at the start of each workday, completing the Driver Check-off Sheet which indicates that all systems are functioning properly.
• Maneuvers the truck to deliver concrete to the point of delivery. Back truck under batching plant or hopper to receive concrete.
• Climbs the ladder, approximately 10-12 feet, on the mixer truck to view the load of concrete for consistency and amount, to inspect the drum for cleanliness.
• Adjusts the trailer axle pressure depending on the weight of the load.
• Follows written and verbal instructions to include city street maps, directions and can complete necessary paperwork.
• Assembles concrete chute(s) weighing 30-50 pounds each.
• Moves hand and foot controls and understands and follows hand signals while operating the truck.
• Keep truck in clean working order, including basic maintenance. Including spraying and cleaning after loads and prevent concrete build up in mixer.
• Must meet all eligibility requirements for driving a commercial motor vehicle in interstate commerce as defined by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations and the Department of Transportation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Experience in ready mixed trucks or other related industry experience preferred.

• Must be 18 years in age or older.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
• Must possess and maintain a Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Must possess and maintain a valid Medical Card as per DOT requirements.
• Report to the plant dressed appropriately and ready to begin work at the designated start time.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Willingness to work independently within a team environment and assist the team with other duties as required.
• Regular and consistent attendance is required and must be willing to work nights, weekends and holidays when necessary.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to cope well in stressful environments and communicate professionally.

• Demonstrate a hands-on, collaborative approach; work well in a team and independently.
• Ability to read Plant site maps, city street maps and other GPS based equipment information.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and basic math skills required. Ability to read and interpret mixer truck gauges.
• Able to utilize a tablet for load status, time keeping, training and other items
• Demonstrated ability to take guidance and direction from a supervisor.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Able to communicate with others by email, telephone and in person.
• Regularly able to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
• Able to frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Able to frequently stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and talk or hear.
• Ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp or manipulate switches and controls.
• Ability to climb stairs, ladders, inclined walkways and access elevated platforms.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, typical seasonal cold and heat temperatures. The employee is exposed to vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you're up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Gerhold Concrete Company, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.