Job Description Volumetric Ready-Mix Truck Driver (Austin) - 220000FO **Description**

Build Your Career. Build Americas Future.

Vulcan Materials Company is the nations largest producer of construction aggregates and a major producer of aggregates-based construction materials including asphalt and ready-mixed concrete. When you join Vulcan, its more than starting an exciting career you get to make a difference for millions of people every day across the country.

When you join Vulcan, you join a dynamic culture in which career development is encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and diversity is valued. No matter the role or the location across the country, every member of the Vulcan team lives through the Vulcan Way: doing the right thing, the right way, at the right time .

What Youll Do:

Delivery of Ready Mix Concrete Products

* Prepares truck chassis, pump, and air compressor for operation by inspecting general condition; checking fluid levels and tire pressure; obtaining or scheduling required repairs; validating adherence to road-ability standards in accordance with DOT regulations and company standards. Ensures all system components, such as clamps, gaskets, reducers, hoses, and pipe operational. Ability to perform routine operator maintenance.

* Complies with all safety regulations at the plant, truck, and driving set forth by the company and regulations under 49 CFR Part 383. Required to wear all assigned PPE and uniforms, to include hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection, and ANSI 75 rated boots.

* Loads truck with necessary aggregates, sand, and cement powder according to prescribed procedures, including water and other required additives. Also paying special attention to weight distribution and limits set forth by DOT regulations.

* Safely transports pump and equipment to job site. Identifies destinations; establishing route; operating the truck; and maintaining schedule.

* Strategically positions the pump and equipment on jobsite while using problem solving skills to determine best overall pump and pump system set up for each job-site. Responsible for protecting both private and public properties from leaks, spills and any other damage resulting from concrete delivery trucks.

* Understands the principles of both volumetric truck and drum truck operation, while controlling the operation of the assigned pump truck and monitoring all concrete being discharged into pump hopper. Also able to identify questionable concrete and dis-allow its discharge into the pump hopper.

* Identifies line blockage locations and removes blockage from pump system. Also able to determine the cause of blockages and incorporate adjustments to prevent further blockages.

* Demonstrates understanding for customer needs; provides superior service for internal/external customers. Responsible to identify and resolve any customer complaints and/or forward to the appropriate department.

* Upon completion of job, responsible for safely clearing pump line and system of all residual concrete. Also responsible for safely stowing all pump-related equipment and system back onto pump, and returning it to the plant in good working condition.

* Maintains truck operating efficiency by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; scheduling repairs.

* Maintains safe operation and clean appearance by complying with organization operational policies, procedures, and standards, as well as state and local driving rules and regulations; cleans truck exterior and interior.

* Maintains delivery, truck, and driving records by obtaining receipt acknowledgments; recording tracking information; completing driver log and truck performance forms and/or acceptable electronic version.

* Expands job knowledge by participating in training opportunities.

* Desires having the opportunity to use job autonomy to maximize customer service, quality, and productivity while minimizing cost to operate truck/mixer.

* Other duties and responsibilities to include remote projects related to the nature of the job may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis, as need to support the successful business operation.

**Qualifications**

Skills You'll Need:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

* Minimum of one-year directly related experience required

* High school diploma or GED

* Valid Class A or B CDL and appropriate state driver license

* Must have good communication skills, bilingual in Spanish preferred

* Must be willing to work overtime and extended hours depending on customer and company demands

Physical Environment

* Frequent ability to lift or move up to 50 pounds throughout shift

* Frequent ability to sit, climb, reach, and bend throughout shift

* Ability to pass a DOT physical on annual basis, including a NIDA drug screen

* Ability to work in outdoor construction environments, with moderate noise levels

**Great Company Culture**. Our people share a competitive drive for excellence, in an environment of trust, teamwork, open-mindedness, and communication.

**Safe.** The industry leader in health and safety standards. We are committed to creating a safe work environment and protecting all employees and customers.

**Meaningful Work.** What sets up apart is the work we do impacts daily lives and every employee contributes. Our aggregates produced are used to build roads, schools, hospitals, airports, and housing throughout the United States.

**Health Benefits.** Medical, Dental, Vision programs, plus much more.

**Rest and Relaxation.** Paid vacation, personal floating days, and paid holidays.

**Prepare for the Future.** 401(k) with company match and contribution.

**Training and Development.** We see our development programs and helping our employees meet their goals, as a key part of our business.

Vulcan Materials Company is committed to employing a diverse workforce. You will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability. You also have the right to be free from discrimination for medical needs arising from pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.

**Primary Location**

: Texas-Austin