Heavy Highway Distributor Driver- HK Idaho Falls, ID

Job ID: 527743

HK Contractors, a CRH company, is a member of the CRH West Division; Our purpose, commitment to the future, and formula for growth is to champion the safety, empowerment, and development of our employees.

We strive to be the preferred source of quality sand, rock, landscape products, ready-mixed concrete, asphalt, paving and construction services.

We succeed as a team by embracing integrity, mutual respect, innovation, service, sustainability, and financial strength.

Position Overview

This is a highly skilled position involving control and operation of the Asphalt Distributor/Tack Truck must have a current CDL with Tanker endorsement.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)


* Prior experience operating an Asphalt Distributor Truck preferred


* Set spray bar on manual, automatic, or semi-automatic distributors for applying liquid asphalt.


* May oil, grease, service and make normal operating adjustments to equipment.


* Possess a solid understanding of all aspects of the paving industry including preparatory work, grades, drainage, paving patterns, aggregate size, job specifications, oil consistencies, compaction and other details related to asphalt paving.


* The operator is responsible for the efficient working condition of the equipment and is expected to perform minor servicing and maintenance or refer major problems to the supervisor


* May perform other related duties such as shovel work, setting string line, adding or removing screed extensions.


* Must have the following Commercial Drivers' License and necessary endorsements in accordance with 49 CFR 383.91: heavy straight vehicle (Group B).

Air brake skills test required for all vehicles that have air brakes.


* Employee must meet the Driver Qualification Standards and have HAZMAT endorsement.


* Must pass DOT physical/drug screen


* The job duties described herein are not exhaustive and may be supplemented

Qualifications

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

Education/Experience


* High School diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.


* 1-2 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.


* Class A Commercial Drivers license(CDL) with Tanker endorsement.


* Medical Card per DOT standard.

Work Requirements


* Must be 18 years in age or older.


* Must pass pre-employment physical, drug screen and criminal background check.


* Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.


* Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required.


* Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required.


* Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.


* Individuals are required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designat...