Location
Sioux City, IA | United States
Job description
Ready Mix Driver
Company:
Knife River - Midwest Division
Department:
Construction
Location:
Sioux City, IA
Hiring Manager:
Megan S Dejong
Closing Date:
03/31/2024
at 11:59pm CDT
Job Type:
Full-Time - Seasonal
Job Summary:
Good Pay! Good Benefits! Good People! At Knife River, we take care of our team because we know it is our people who make us successful. We are one of the 10 largest construction materials producers/contractors in the country, and we are growing! Our team is made up of hard-working people who work safely and deliver high-quality results to our customers - and we are looking for more!
Role Overview:
As a Ready Mix Driver, you will operate a ready mix truck to load, transport and unload ready mixed concrete at various locations while practicing proper traffic, site and delivery safety procedures. Will need to display a professional and courteous attitude with customers and team members and provide excellent customer service and be knowledgeable about material properties.
DUTIES AND/OR RESPONSIBILITIES
1.Perform daily truck inspections and report needed repairs or safety concerns.
2.Perform daily housekeeping in truck cab and maintenance of equipment, including fluid levels and tire pressure.
3.Drives truck safely into position to receive load and adjusts ready mix to proper slump.
4.Adjusts drum revolutions to improve concrete quality.
5.Drives truck equipped with auxiliary concrete mixer to deliver concrete mix to job sites.
6.Recognizes surroundings and practice traffic awareness to maintain a safe environment.
7.Communicates with customer to understand requirements of job and deal with safety concerns. Clear communication is a must.
8.Positions truck for unloading and attaches chutes safely.
9.Adjusts moisture to contractor's requirements.
10.Cleans truck safely after delivery to prevent concrete from hardening in mixer and on truck, using water hose and hoe. This may require to climb up ladder using 3 points of contact onto platform.
11.Complete recordkeeping tasks, including: note changes made to the product and any weather and environmental conditions on the load ticket for quality assurance; daily timekeeping and time off requests; inspection reports.
12.Ensure OSHA, DOT, EPA, DNR, MSHA, Federal, State, and Local safety and environmental regulation compliance including attending training.
13.Performs other duties as assigned.
This is a seasonal position, you can use your winters off to travel, hunt, fish or for other activities you enjoy while your benefits continue year-round.
The typical schedule is Monday - Friday, 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM. Saturday as needed.
Minimum Qualifications:
1.High school diploma or GED.
2.A CDL license with air brakes with two years truck driving experience.
3.Must maintain medical card or be able to get one and have an acceptable driving record.
4.One to three months experience and/or training related to ready mix delivery.
5.Ability to use computerized time tracking system.
How To Apply
If unable to apply online, mail completed application to:2220 Hawkeye Drive, Sioux City, IA 51105.
Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal law.
Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background check.
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