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Oldcastle SW Group, Inc.

Truck Driver CDL- Gypsum, CO

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What they do

A Tractor-Trailer Truck Driver drives large commercial vehicles such as tractor-trailers, semi-trucks, or big rigs. Responsibilities typically include transporting cargo across long distances, sometimes over the course of multiple days. They may work for trucking companies, freight carriers, logistics, or shipping companies.

$39,805 / year median in Colorado

-7% projected decline

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Job Description

Job ID:
524174 United Companies, is a CRH Company. Our purpose, commitment to the future, and formula for growth is to champion the safety, empowerment, and development of our employees. We strive to be The Preferred Source of quality sand, rock, landscape products, ready-mixed concrete, asphalt, paving and construction services. We succeed as a team by embracing integrity, mutual respect, innovation, service, sustainability, and financial strength. Position Overview Drives truck equipped with auxiliary concrete mixer to deliver concrete mix to job sites.
Wage Range:
$30 - $35 per hour, based on experience Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)
  • Comply with all Department of Transportation requirements including but not limited to licensing, vehicle inspection, and hours of service.
  • Inspects the truck as required at the start of each workday, completing the Driver Check-off Sheet which indicates that all systems are functioning properly.
  • Drives truck to location for unloading in a safe manner
  • Backs truck under batching or loading hopper to receive concrete.
  • Climbs the ladder, approximately 10-12 feet, on the mixer truck to view the load of concrete for consistency and amount, to inspect the drum for cleanliness.
  • Adjusts the trailer axle pressure depending on the weight of the load.
  • Follows written and verbal instructions to include city street maps and can complete necessary paperwork.
  • Maneuvers the truck up to deliver concrete to the point of delivery.
  • Assembles concrete chute(s) weighing 35-50 pounds each.
  • Moves hand and foot controls and understands and follows hand signals while operating the truck.
  • Cleans truck after loading and after delivery to prevent concrete from hardening in mixer and on truck.
  • Sprays surfaces of truck with acid compound to clean truck and drum in accordance with company standards.
  • Reads, understands and complies with the Safety Manual and Employee Manual.
  • Understands that attendance and punctuality are required each day of work. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Education/Experience
  • High School diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
  • Must have a Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL). The employee must meet all eligibility requirements for driving a commercial motor vehicle in interstate commerce as defined by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations Work Requirements
  • Must be 18 years in age or older.
  • Must pass pre-employment physical, drug screen and criminal background check.
  • Report to the plant dressed appropriately and ready to begin work at the designated start time.
  • Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
  • Willingness to work independently within in a team environment and ass.
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