Class B Local Dump Truck Driver

Job Overview

The Driver is responsible for operating trucks to transport aggregates, sand, and other materials and/or equipment to various job site locations. This is a skilled position involving the safe and efficient operation of equipment/trucks.

Responsibilities

• Operates truck in safe and professional manner on public highways, roads, in the yard area and at various job sites to deliver materials. Trucks driven include but are not limited to: semi-tractor truck with attached trailers and triaxle dump trucks.
• Performs daily pre/post trip inspections with appropriate documentation in compliance with DOT guidelines.
• Checks fluid levels, tires, lights, and other controls for safe operation.
• Grease trucks and trailers as needed during pre/post trip inspections
• Keeps accurate log of deliveries.
• Maintain daily vehicle mileage logs.
• Unrolls truck tarp to cover loads when required.
• Assure product quality to the best of the Driver’s ability.
• Perform minor servicing and maintenance of equipment; refer major problems to the supervisor.
• Properly follow all company policies and procedures for safe working procedures and environment. Report any problems to direct supervisor or Human Resource personnel.
• Weigh in and out of at scales for load ticketing and legal weight compliance
• Obey applicable laws and follow dispatch instructions.
• Must keep vehicle in a clean and orderly condition.
• Regular and predictable attendance at assigned times is required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Education/Experience

• Three years of related driving experience required
• Must maintain a CDL A or CDL B license.

Work Requirements

• Must pass DOT physical, drug screen and criminal background check
• MVR must meet company, insurance, and DOT standards.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors, and the public at all times.
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
• Must maintain current driver’s license that meets state requirements, i.e., CDL, Class A and/or B Driver with appropriate endorsements.
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.
• Individuals are required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas as stated by OSHA and/or MSHA.
• Comply with all OSHA and/or MSHA regulations.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Thorough operational knowledge and skills of trucks and related equipment to be operated.
• Ability to operate equipment safely and efficiently under a variety of working conditions.
• Ability to read, write and do basic mathematical calculations in order to keep time and material records
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as being able to work independently with attention to detail.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to operate heavy and complex equipment requiring skill and the exercise of independent judgment.
• Must be familiar with securing heavy equipment and other over dimensional loads.
• Ability to professionally interact with customers and assist with issues that may arise. 
• Ability to operate communication devices to include but not limited to: CB radios, 2-way radio, cell phone, ELD with tablet display

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 stand, walk, use hands and fingers to manipulate objects or controls, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk and hear.
• May require sitting for extended periods of time.
• Vision abilities (with correction) include close, distance, peripheral, depth, and the ability to focus.
• Must be able to lift hood of truck unassisted; up to 50 lbs. daily during pre/post trip inspections
• Able to climb in and out of truck multiple times per day.

Benefits

• Health 
• Dental 
• Vision 
• PTO 
• Home Every Night