Concrete Block Truck Driver

Company Overview
Watkins, a NEBCO Company, provides high-quality concrete and masonry building materials to residential and commercial markets across Nebraska and the surrounding region. With decades of experience serving the construction industry, Watkins is fundamental to building Nebraska, with operations in Omaha, Lincoln, Grand Island, and Kearney.

Watkins manufactures and distributes standard and architectural concrete block, segmental retaining wall systems, concrete pavers, and a wide range of related building materials, including brick, stone, exterior finishes, fabricated rebar, sealers, tools, and other construction essentials. Through automated manufacturing facilities, multiple distribution locations, and indoor and outdoor showrooms, Watkins supports contractors, commercial builders, and do-it-yourself customers alike.

Built on a foundation of quality products and dependable service, Watkins is committed to meeting the needs of today’s builders and the future of construction.

NEBCO, Inc.
NEBCO’s story has been one of longevity, diversity and continued growth. NEBCO is a fourth-generation, family-owned and operated business, with more than 1,100 employees spanning 50 locations across Nebraska.  Since 1908 NEBCO has grown to become one of Nebraska’s most diversified and successful privately-owned businesses.    For more information about NEBCO, Inc., visit www.nebcoinc.com.

Watkins - Omaha is looking for a CDL driver to join our team. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, hard worker, and reliable. Watkins has endless opportunities for advancement and growth. 

Job Summary
Drive and operate boom trucks, flatbed trucks, dump trucks, and truck mounted forklifts to transport concrete block, brick, bagged concrete products and other various construction related warehouse products. Abide by Company Safety Program and Policies, while performing duties safely. Consistent and reliable attendance is required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include, but is not limited to, the following:

Performs daily pre and post-trip safety check on equipment and the truck to assure a safe and operational vehicle.  Document any maintenance that may be required.  Determine the most effective route to and from the delivery site.  Maintain mileage reports and accurate logbooks to meet DOT criteria. 

Transports and maintains condition of any of the concrete block, brick, or warehouse products as part of the company inventory that can be safely hauled on assigned vehicle.  May transport product to an affiliated company &/or pick up product from an affiliated company.

Assists in loading and cubing of product (may be done by lift truck or by hand) &/or make corrections and adjustments as needed. 

Completes pick-ups of pallets and products which may be done by hand or truck.  Pick-ups may require hand work to assure orderly pick-up.

Verifies load matches the load ticket upon delivery of product.

Secures and straps load to comply with state, federal and local laws and company safety policy.

Unloads product using the boom or truck mounted forklift in the area requested by the customer.  May unload by hand if necessary, according to company safety policies and procedures.

Follow guidelines and instructions by dispatch personnel.

When the workload is light, assist other areas--repair/maintenance in the plant area, yard clean-up, snow removal, pallet repair, help in block plant or drive other equipment for affiliated companies.

Other duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience:    

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and
• 1 year tractor trailer or related driving experience; or
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Valid Commercial Driver’s License; Class B minimum, Class A preferred.
• Class A is required to drive a PUP truck.

Skills and Abilities:    

• Must be 21 years old.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, city directories, road maps, load tickets, SDS sheets and memos.
• Must be able to work a flexible work schedule during busy season, including late or irregular hours.
• Must be able to push/pull 60 lbs.
• Must have agility to climb up and down, maintain balance on a ladder, catwalk or access the bed of a truck.

Benefits Include

• Retirement Plans
• PAID Holidays
• Insurance Benefits
• Wellness Program - with the opportunity to earn five additional days off
• PAID Time Off
• On the Job Training

Condition of Employment:
Candidate is required to meet the above qualifications, task frequency and PPE requirements.  Approval of pre-employment reference & background checks, and post offer drug/alcohol testing with back screens (if required) are required as conditions of employment.