What are the responsibilities and job description for the Driver - Cement Tanker position at C.R. Jackson, Inc.?
Company Background:
C.R. Jackson, Inc., is a family-owned asphalt and highway-heavy construction company serving South Carolina for over fifty years. Our scope of work includes complex highway construction projects; private and public site development; asphalt paving from parking lots to interstates; cement stabilization of soils and reclamation of roadways; sewer and water system construction; installation of all manner of drainage systems; and hot mix asphalt sales. We have a presence in over half of South Carolina’s 46 counties, with six asphalt plants and over 200 team members. While the growth we have experienced over the years has positioned us as one of the largest asphalt producers in the state, we haven’t lost sight of the values Richard Jackson started with in 1972. C.R. Jackson, Inc. expect and reward a commitment to safety, integrity, and excellence in every facet of our business.
Job Description:
As a Cement Tanker Operator, you will play a crucial role in the efficient and safe transportation of dry bulk cement from the plant to various job sites. This position requires a valid CDL, successful completion of a DOT physical and drug screening, and a clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR). The ideal candidate will have prior highway civil construction experience, be willing to travel within the state, and demonstrate exceptional punctuality and commitment to safety.
Key Responsibilities:
- Pre/Post Trip Inspections: Conduct thorough pre and post-trip inspections of the cement tanker, ensuring that the vehicle is in optimal condition for transportation.
- Material Transport: Receive dry bulk cement from the plant and transport it to the designated job site, adhering to predetermined schedules.
- Safe Unloading: Safely unload cement material into the spreader truck at the job site, ensuring efficient and precise distribution.
- Task Frequency: Perform material unloading tasks 2-3 times a day, maintaining a high level of safety and accuracy.
- Tool Safety: Understand and adhere to basic hand tool safety protocols while performing job duties.
- Communication Skills: Possess excellent listening and communication skills to effectively coordinate with plant personnel, site supervisors, and other team members.
- Compliance: Strictly adhere to the company's safety standards and protocols, ensuring a secure working environment for yourself and others.
Qualifications:
- Valid CDL with appropriate endorsements.
- Successful completion of DOT physical and drug screening.
- Clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
- Previous experience in highway civil construction (preferred).
- Willingness to travel within the state.
- Punctual and reliable.
- Basic hand tool safety knowledge.
- Excellent communication and listening skills.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Regular physical effort, including standing and walking, is required during a regular shift.
- Able to stoop, bend, reach with hands and arms, crouch, and kneel as required for the tanker's operation and/or maintenance.
- Possess the ability to withstand long periods of sitting when driving.
- Work with hands to operate the truck controls.
- Must have the ability to carry and lift 50 pounds.
- Maintain alertness to the motion and activities of people and other equipment on the construction site.
- Will be required to walk on uneven surfaces on the job site frequently.
- Must be able to climb in and out of the equipment safely.
- Will be required to work in varying weather conditions and environments, including hot or cold temperatures and dusty, wet, noisy, etc.
- Will be required to work on job sites close to live lanes of traffic.
BENEFITS
- Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Matching 4% 401k Program
- Paid Vacations & Holidays
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Merit bonus program
C.R. Jackson, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
We offer competitive compensation, training opportunities, and a chance to be part of a dynamic team shaping the future of highway civil construction. We invite you to apply if you meet the qualifications and are committed to safety and excellence.
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