What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ready Mix Truck Driver position at Prairie Material?
Prairie Materials in Rockford, IL is looking to hire a CDL Truck Driver to deliver concrete to our customers. Are you passionate about truck driving and committed to safety? Do you want to work as a truck driver and still be able to go home every night? If so, please read on!
This truck driving position earns a competitive wage of $28.43-$38.36 per hour, depending on location/local. We provide excellent benefits, including health insurance, paid time off, employee discounts, 401(k), and a pension plan. If this sounds like the right truck driving opportunity in the construction industry for you, apply today!
ABOUT PRAIRIE MATERIALS
Prairie Materials owns and operates a network of concrete plants and aggregate facilities in Illinois, Indiana, and Michigan. From our very first yards in Bridgeview, Illinois, we've expanded steadily to become the region's foremost provider of ready-mixed, decorative, and high-performance concrete, as well as aggregate construction materials. Though the business of construction has changed dramatically, our promise to customers remains constant - Prairie delivers quality materials with exceptional service at the best possible price.
Today, Prairie employs 1,800 professionals in nearly 100 locations in the three-state area. We value our employees who help us continue to bring quality products to our customers. In addition to excellent benefits and perks, we offer a supportive work environment!
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A CDL TRUCK DRIVER
As a CDL Truck Driver, you drive a ready-mix truck to deliver concrete to the construction job sites of customers. Daily, you interact with customers on job sites during each pour. You keep great communication with the dispatcher in the case of scheduling issues such as traffic, slower than expected placement, difficult access or egress, or accidents. Committed to safety compliance, you always follow our policies and procedures. You enjoy helping our customers get their deliveries on time and ensuring they have a stress-free experience!
QUALIFICATIONS
- Class A or B CDL with an airbrake endorsement and without license restrictions
- Minimal experience driving a commercial vehicle
- Experience with a manual transmission commercial vehicle
- 3 or fewer moving violations within 2 years
- Ability to lift 50-100 lbs.
- Ability to climb ladders
A non-excepted interstate CDL classification is preferred but not required. Are you responsible and reliable? Do you have patience while driving? Are you self-disciplined? Can you work independently? If yes, you might just be perfect for this truck driving position in the construction industry!
WORK SCHEDULE
Thisposition works Monday - Friday and may work overtime and on weekends. As a CDL Truck Driver, you are available to work 6 days a week.
ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?
If you feel that you would be right for this truck driving job, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!
***Please complete an application directly on our website atwww.prairie.com– Careersà Available Jobs.
Physical Setting:
- Construction site
- Outdoor work
- In a concrete ready-mix truck
Schedule:
- Home daily
License/Certification:
- CDL A or B without restriction (Required)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $26.43 - $35.36 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Paid orientation
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Wellness program
Experience:
- manual transmission: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Air Brake Endorsement (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Rockford, IL 61109 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $26 - $35