What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ready Mix Driver position at Barrett Industries?
Job Summary
The Ready Mix Driver operates a truck with auxiliary concrete mixer to deliver concrete mix to job sites while operating under FMCSA and DOT regulations.
Safety
Maintains a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures using the appropriate tools and equipment.
Follows all company policies, OSHA, and MSHA regulations for safe working procedures and environment.
Wears appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for all tasks assigned.
Operates truck in a safe and efficient manner, complying with all applicable policies, regulations, and traffic laws.
Willingness to participate in Safety Conversations and Toolbox Talks
Quality
Follows NYS DOT and ASTM standards for delivery
Identifies proper slump by eye and by reading slump gauge
Identifies mixtures, additives, etc. in concrete
Ensures mix is to the customer’s specification
Understands mix design and job site specifications
Resets and ensures revolution counter is operating
Records job test results on return ticket
Ensures all tickets are signed by customer
Functional / Technical
Fills aggregate and sand bins on the concrete plant by operating the loader
Shovels and cleans around plant
Performs a pre-trip inspection and prepares the required report
Drives truck under loading hopper to receive sand, cement, stone, additives, and water and starts mixer
Drives truck to location for unloading
Moves levers on truck to release concrete down truck chute into wheelbarrow or other conveying container or directly into area to be poured
Cleans truck after delivery to prevent concrete from hardening in mixer and on truck
Sprays surfaces of truck with protective compound to prevent adhering of concrete
Assemble and disassembles concrete chutes
Monitors vehicle’s gauges and alerts appropriate parties immediately of any mechanical issues.
Maintains truck fluids as part of pre-inspection.
Teamwork / Communication
Have the willingness to work in a team environment; assist co-workers and supervisors with assigned duties
Assist new hires in training in Ready Mix operations as directed by Superintendent
Communicate openly, honestly, and professionally with customers, co-workers, supervisors, and all others
Be willing to work with alongside fellow employees to complete assigned tasks sometimes under adverse working conditions to meet goals set forth by management
Education and Minimum Experience
Minimum high school diploma or GED
Valid CDL B driver’s license (without restriction)
Previous field experience in concrete manufacturing preferred
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
Variable hours and shifts
Work in varying weather conditions
Ability to lift 50 pounds
Work as part of the crew
Ability to drive a commercial vehicle for up to 14 hours a day
Ability to climb in and out of their truck several times a day
Ability to climb a ladder
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