Ready Mix Driver - Lake Charles, LA

Job ID: 529243

Builders Supply, A CRH company, is a leading supplier of ready mixed concrete, reinforcing steel, and building materials in Louisiana.

Our focus is to provide quality products and reliable customer service with a safety-first mindset.

We consider our employees our greatest strength and we make it our priority to invest in their development and well-being.

When you work for Builders Supply, you are helping to support and build the infrastructure of Louisiana.

Position Overview

The Ready Mix Driver position is responsible for the transportation of ready mix concrete to construction projects, company owned facilities or various customers.

This is a skilled position involving the safe and efficient operation of ready mix trucks.

Deliveries will be made in both industrial and residential areas.

Work will be performed per the supervisor's instruction, free from direct supervision except for more complicated jobs.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)


* Perform daily pre/post trip inspections with appropriate documentation in compliance with DOT guidelines.


* Load and unload equipment of materials.


* Monitor various gauges during operation of vehicle.


* Maintain daily vehicle mileage logs.


* Properly follow all company policies and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.


* Obey applicable laws and follow dispatch instructions.


* Assure product quality to the best of ability.


* Perform minor servicing and maintenance of equipment; refer major problems to the supervisor.


* Keep vehicle clean and in orderly condition.


* Regular and predictable attendance at assigned times is required.


* Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

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

Education/Experience


* Minimum of a high school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.


* Minimum of 2 years experience driving mixer truck preferred


* Must have a valid driver's license and must maintain a CDL A or CDL B license.

Work Requirements


* Must be 18 years in age or older.


* Must pass DOT physical, drug screen and criminal background check.


* Must possess valid DOT medical card.


* 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 display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors, and the general public at all times.


* Must maintain current driver's license that meets state requirements, i.e., CDL, Class A and/or B Driver with air brake endorsement, possible hazmat and tanker endorsements.


* MVR must meet company and DOT standards.


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


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