What are the responsibilities and job description for the CEMENT TANK DRIVER position at Wells?
ABOUT THE ROLE
This role is responsible for safely operating a Ready Mix truck to support production needs while maintaining equipment in proper working condition. The position also includes routine maintenance, cleanliness standards, and assisting with additional equipment operation as needed. Success in this role requires attention to safety, mechanical awareness, and flexibility to support various plant operations.
SAFETY IS OUR HIGHEST PRIORITY. Safety is our highest priority. We believe a safe workplace is built on mutual respect, care, and accountability. Every team member is empowered and expected to follow safety practices, look out for one another, and speak up about potential risks. Together, we create an environment where everyone goes home safely each day.
WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?
At Wells, youre part of a team that takes pride in building something that lasts. Whether youre in operations, a manufacturing facility, or out in the field, your work plays a direct role in creating quality structures that support our communities. We value hard work, reliability, and teamwork because getting the job done right requires teamwork. With a strong focus on safety, collaboration, and ingenuity, we create an environment where you can build your experience, contribute to meaningful work, and make an impact.
WHAT WE OFFER
Wells provides a competitive benefits package designed to support employees health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, company-paid disability and life insurance, wellness incentives, paid holidays, PTO, flexible spending accounts, HSA options, a 401(k) with profit sharing, access to Nice Healthcare, employee assistance resources, pet insurance, and additional voluntary coverage such as critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity plans.
- Health and family care leave is available to both union and non-union employees.
- Union employee benefits are provided through separate collective bargaining agreements
WHAT YOULL DO
- Perform light maintenance and basic service work on the Ready Mix truck to ensure safe and efficient operation
- Deliver concrete to production forms accurately and in a timely manner based on workflow demands
- Maintain the cleanliness of the Ready Mix truck, including washing with approved cleaning solutions and maintaining the mixing drum
- Conduct routine inspections to ensure the truck remains in good mechanical condition
- Assist with troubleshooting minor mechanical issues and report larger concerns promptly
- Operate additional heavy equipment when not actively driving the Ready Mix truck to support plant operations
- Follow all safety protocols and operational procedures while driving and operating equipment
- Complete special projects and provide general support as assigned by supervisors
WHO WERE LOOKING FOR
The ideal candidate is a safety-focused, dependable individual who is comfortable operating both a Ready Mix truck and other heavy equipment in a production environment. They bring a strong mechanical aptitude, a willingness to learn, and the flexibility to support multiple areas of the plant as needed. This person is reliable, detail-oriented, and takes pride in maintaining equipment and contributing to overall operational efficiency.
IDEAL CANDIDATES WILL HAVE
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Valid drivers license required
- Ability to learn safe and efficient operation of a Ready Mix truck
- Basic mechanical knowledge and willingness to perform light maintenance
- Ability to operate or learn to operate additional heavy equipment
- Strong commitment to workplace safety and following procedures
- Reliable attendance and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Good communication and teamwork skills
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting up to 75 lbs occasionally and frequent bending, climbing, kneeling, twisting, squatting, crawling, and repetitive hand/arm use
- Capable of standing, walking, and moving throughout the facility for extended shifts of up to 12 hours
- Comfortable working at heights using ladders, scaffolding, swing stages, and man lifts frequently
- Ability to work safely in a production or field environment with moderate to high exposure to safety risks and hazards
- Willingness to work in varying environmental conditions, including wet, hot, humid, and cold weather, and outdoors (Depending on location)
- Ability to wear all required PPE, including but not limited to safety boots, safety glasses, hearing protection, high visibility vest, hard hat, and other PPE as required by the task, department, or work area.
This profile summarizes key duties and expectations but does not list every possible job task. Employees must follow all job-related instructions and duties assigned by supervisors.
Wells is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Wells participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 Form information to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S.