Drivers are responsible for safely driving a ready mix truck in and around the city, job sites and Company property; and for the safe and efficient loading and unloading of concrete.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Safely drive truck to and from destination applying knowledge of DOT driving regulations and area roads
Check loads to ensure product is being hauled in an appropriate and safe manner to adjust to desired level
Estimate slump of concrete
Distinguish between a proper mix and one that is too rocky or too sandy
Distinguish the color difference between mixes
Verify directions with plant personnel before leaving the plant to ensure delivery to the correct customer and job site
Strive to meet customer expectations without exception and achieve highly positive customer satisfaction survey results consistent with strategic objectives
Develop extensive working relationships with customers, both external and internal, in order to maximize opportunities for CEMEX and to ensure customer needs are addressed
Keep equipment in acceptable condition of cleanliness using approved cleaning materials and supplies
Maintain personal appearance in neat and clean manner, including shirts tucked in at all times
Maintain radio contact with supervisor/dispatch to receive and transmit delivery instructions
Assist other company employees as needed
Complete pre- and post-trip inspections on truck equipment and supplies, such as tires, lights brakes, gas, oil and water
15 minute Start-Up, 25 minutes Shut-Down
May perform roadside repairs, such as installing light bulbs, spark plugs, etc.
Maintain good working knowledge of the traffic routes of the city
Must be able to take orders, instructions, and guidance from supervisors and management
Cooperate and promote a team concept between himself and all other company employees, as well as all CEMEX’s customers
Adhere to all CEMEX, D.O.T., and O.S.H.A. rules and regulations at all times
Meet or exceed company safety standards
Perform other job responsibilities as assigned
Mathematical Development:
Add and subtract two digit numbers
Perform the four basic arithmetic operations
Environmental Demands:
Continuous exposure to extreme heat, extreme cold, extreme noise, and working outdoors.
Must wear protective equipment while at the location
Values:
Ensure Safety
Focus on Customers
Pursue Excellence
Work as One CEMEX
Act with Integrity
Educational/Technical:
Must possess a valid commercial driver’s license (CDL A or B) in the State of Texas
Be at least 21 years of age
Be able to read, write, and speak English
Acceptable CSA score
Clear MVR – less than 3 moving violations in the previous 3 years
No felony convictions
High school preferred
Bilingual a plus
Physical Requirements:
Requires walking, sitting, lifting, pushing, pulling, and climbing to a significant degree
Exerting 50 – 100 pounds of force occasionally
Exerting 25 – 50 pounds of force frequently
Exerting 10 – 20 pounds of force continually
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear, in order to communicate to employees/visitors as well as function safely around heavy rolling equipment
Must be able to perform all job functions which include, but may not be limited to, pushing, turning, and/or pulling of controls
Must pass DOT physical to include back x-ray, hearing test and drug/alcohol screen